Debt Collection Officer Vacancies in Nairobi

Debt Collection Officer Vacancies in Nairobi

Job Summary:

We are looking for a reliable Debt collector to contact debtors and claim outstanding debts towards their creditors.

You will be responsible for recovering the money owed in as little time as possible.

Job Description:

A debt collector will have to be polite and sensitive towards people while also remaining committed to their purpose and persistent.

Excellent communication skills and a sense of urgency are extremely useful to succeed in this task.

Duties / Responsibilities

  • Keep track of assigned accounts to identify outstanding debts
  • Plan course of action to recover outstanding payments
  • Locate and contact debtors to inquire of their payment status
  • Negotiate payoff deadlines or payment plans
  • Handle questions or complaints
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies
  • Create trust relationships with debtors when possible to avoid future issues
  • Update account status and database regularly
  • Alert superiors of debtors unwilling or unable to pay when necessary
  • Comply with requirements when legal action is unavoidable

    Requirements
  • Proven experience as debt collector
  • Experience in working with targets and tight deadlines
  • Knowledge of relevant legal requirements
  • Working knowledge of MS Office and databases
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Apt in negotiating and persuading
  • Ability to be polite and compassionate without lacking confidence

    Education
  • Degree or equivalent from any related field (Business/Commerce)
  • At least 2 years collections experience

    How to Apply
  • If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Debt Collection Officer) to recruiterkenya@gmail.com before 4th September 2019.
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