Employer: The Curve Group
Salary:
Date Added: 28/03/2024
Established in 1996 to provide flexible and accessible finance to SMEs across the country our client has since grown to become one of the UK’s largest finance houses. From this continued success we are now looking to recruit a Collections and Recoveries Executive to allow them to continue their exciting growth plans.
Putting customers at the heart of everything they do, we are on the lookout for people with a passion for people: An open ear, a kind word, and empathy, as it’s the way they do business with their customers that differentiates them.
As a Collection and Recoveries Executive, you will play a crucial role in supporting the business meeting it’s targets by identifying bad debt and risk and working closely with customers to minimise this. You’ll work with customers to negotiate options which are viable for the business, whilst still providing an exceptional level of service.
Role Responsibilities;
- Maintain and administer a portfolio of arrears cases (early, mid and late arrears) with the aim of collecting arrears payments placing accounts back into formula
- Negotiate with customers and equipment suppliers in respect of arrears/ equipment issues, in a polite, respectful manner, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Use tact and discretion when negotiating with the customer/ supplier to maintain relationships and promote a positive image
- Determine can’t pay from won’t pay cases and act accordingly
- Implement working knowledge of legal options should the customer not pay, and the agreement is terminated
- Adhere to applicable law and internal processes at all times
- Differentiate between regulated and unregulated customers and act according to law and the contracts signed
- Remain vigilant to potential fraudulent customer activity
- Recommend legal action on appropriate accounts with supporting evidence gathered showing a clear route to a successful financial recovery
- Work to agreed targets and deadlines
- Assist management with reporting and case summaries
Key skills required;
- Excellent telephone manner with the ability to actively listen
- Customer Service Experience ideally within the finance industry
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Able to work in a high volume, pressured environment
- Demonstrate empathy & understanding
- Manage difficult conversations
- Flexible and ability to prioritise
- Solution mindset
So, why would you want to work here?
They have a great working environment – it’s an ambitious business, but they achieve so much because of their people. Everyone in the business, no matter their team or role has the opportunity to shape the outcome, share ideas, make suggestions, and have their voice heard. It’s a truly collaborative place to work.
Benefits you can expect:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Half a days seasonal shopping holiday
- The day off for your birthday
- 2 additional days holiday after 5 years service
- Hybrid working options
- Private Medical Insurance
- Subsidised gym membership
- Pension scheme
- Lots of company events and rewards
We are proud to be a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme and are committed to improving workplace inclusion.
Application Deadline: 25/04/2024
Contract Type: Permanent
Submitted Applications: 0