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Example collection agent requirements on a job description

Collection agent requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in collection agent job postings.
Sample collection agent requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience as a collection agent or similar role
  • Knowledge of relevant legal requirements and debt collection practices
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet targets
Sample required collection agent soft skills
  • Empathy and patience when dealing with clients in difficult situations
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle rejection
  • Strong problem-solving skills to find solutions to debt collection challenges
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and documentation
  • Collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a team environment

Collection agent job description example 1

PosiGen collection agent job description

  • Commission Incentive Potential
  • Typical OTE ranges from $45k-$50k for your first year! High performance earnings can exceed $60k a year!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match up to 6%, PTO, Life Insurance, HSA, FSA, Stock Options, Paid Maternity and Leave, Financial Wellness, and More!
  • $500 Employee Referral Program
  • Paid time off, 8 Paid Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays
  • Stock options awarded annually

What will you do?

  • Ensure an excellent customer service experience for PosiGen customers to resolve their past due accounts.
  • Receive incoming and make outbound calls to customers in arrears to discuss payment options
  • Advise and influence customers on the payment options for debt recovery
  • Manage customers who are resistant to agent contact by remaining polite, tactful, honest and firm
  • Handle escalated customer calls and address any collection issues expediently to ensure customer satisfaction

We want to hear from you if:

  • Have the ability to relate to people from a variety of different backgrounds
  • Are persuasive, persistent, and self-motivated
  • Have de-escalation, advanced customer service, and analytical skills
  • Have knowledge of billing, collections, and customer service procedures
  • 1 -2 years of experience in a call center or collection agency preferred

We believe in our team members success and empower them to learn, grow, and thrive in their careers. You can expect to receive comprehensive training that can take you from any level of experience to the success you choose. Path to managerial opportunities also available from within. Are you ready to be a part of an organization that invests in you? Apply today and join the solar revolution to provide solar for all!

PosiGen is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.

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Collection agent job description example 2

Foursight Capital collection agent job description

Looking to further your skills? We are a GROWING COMPANY and have won awards for Top Places to Work and been listed in Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies for SEVEN YEARS in a row! Don't just take our word for it, c heck out our employee reviews on Google, Indeed and Glass Door!

Job description

Foursight Capital is currently seeking a talented individual to fill the position of Account Manager/Collections Agent .

As an Account Manager/Collections Agent, you will perform recovery efforts to minimize losses on accounts identified as being delinquent. You'll have a portfolio of accounts that you will locate and negotiate with customers to find an affordable repayment solution, enabling customers to free themselves of a headache and you to achieve your monthly goals. Having a consistent portfolio of accounts allows you to build and develop relationships with your customers and uniquely identify ways to help bring their delinquent accounts into a current status over time.

Pay: $18.00/hr

Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-5:00PM

Job Duties:

  • Reviews and monitors delinquent accounts daily and maintains losses at or below established guidelines for assigned job duties.
  • Properly and accurately documents all account activities.
  • Initiates contact with customers in an effort to satisfy any deficient balances.
  • Makes recommendations to management of accounts needing additional attention.
  • Maintaining a positive and mutually beneficial cohesion within your team.
  • May assist other related departments as required by business needs.
  • Ensures compliance with Foursight's policies & procedures as well as state and federal regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required experience/education :

  • Customer Service: 1 year
  • High school or equivalent
  • Interpersonal skills promoting a team environment.
  • Six (6) months office experience or equivalent education and training.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Outstanding phone and negotiation skills.

Preferred experience/education :

  • One year of collections or sales experience

Get in on all the awesome at Foursight!

We believe that when and where an employer can help alleviate the stressors both within and outside of work, our culture thrives! Because of this philosophy, we offer standard benefits like life insurance, medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans.

Additionally, we offer a ridiculous amount of perks and benefits:

Foursight Capital Perks and Benefits

Keeping You Healthy

Health Insurance

MotivHealth Rx Discounts

HealthiestYou Free Telehealth ( with medical plan enrollment)

Dental/Vision Insurance

Lasik Discount

Nationwide Pet Insurance

BluNovus Mental Health/ Substance Abuse Wellness Program

In-office Massages

Onsite Gym

Onsite Meditation Room

Planning for your Future

401k with Match up to 4% with immediate access to financial advisors

Life and Disability Insurance

Financial Wellness Program

HSA Company Contribution up to $3k

Work/Life Balance

Minimum of 19 days PTO

6 Paid Holidays

Paid Community Service with partnerships for food and blood drives

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

We're Foodies

Unlimited Coffee and Soda

End of Month Pizza

Monday Breakfast

Monthly Catered Lunch

Onsite Vending Market

Lots of treats for holidays

Our Specialties

Casual Dress

Side-by-Side Training

Paid Company Swag

Attainable Bonus/Commission Structure

Work with the best people!

Summer Family & Winter Party

Spirit Week

AwardCo Employee Recognition Program

Self-Care September

The Environment

Electric Car Chargers

Arcade Machine

Panoramic Views

Mother's Room

Gender Neutral Bathrooms

Freedom to decorate office/cubicle

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Collection agent job description example 3

Southwest Credit Systems collection agent job description

The Collections Agent - Remote - Work From Home will pursue past-due accounts according to the Company's Standard Operating Procedures and governmental regulations in order to achieve delinquency objectives without sacrificing customer service standards. Other duties may be assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Persuades delinquent customers to establish repayment terms using computer system and various collection software while using professionalism, tact and adhering to all applicable collection laws.
* Achieves production goals and standards for servicing delinquent accounts without sacrificing quality of service.
* Follows Client Operating Standards, State and Federal Legal Requirements and Regulation in regard to Collections.
* Accurately and thoroughly notates each account with efforts performed and results attained.
* Handles PCI Data confidentially and securely.

Collector Agent pay rate is $13.00 - $14.00 based on experience

Spanish Bilingual Collector Agent pay rate is $15.00 - $16.00 based on experience. (Spanish test is required)

Remote WFH Collector Training Classes Starting in February 2022

Required Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

* 2+ years' experience in Debt Collections
* Effective communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to multi-task in a production driven environment
* Must be comfortable navigating between multiple computer screens and systems
* High School Diploma/GED required
* Must be 18 years of age or older

This Position is a Remote - Work From Home Position

You Must Meet the Following Equipment Requirements to be Considered for the Position

Equipment Requirements:

Wired High-Speed Internet Connection

* 10 Mbps download speed and at least 4 Mbps upload speed.
* You can test your Internet speed by visiting speedtest.net
* Internet router- No WIFI

Personal Desktop or Laptop Computer

* PC or Laptop running Window 10 or newer (Chromebooks and Macs are not acceptable.)
* Computer needs to be 2019 or newer to have acceptable processing speeds
* 8 Gb Memory
* 1 USB Type A 2.0 (Standard headset USB)
* Network Latency Max 250 MS latency max

Headset & WebCam

* Noise cancelling headset with USB Connection to computer
* Internal or External Web Camera

Work Area

* Must have a home office set up and ethernet cord you can connect to your computer.
* Quiet workspace free of background noise and distractions
* Private area acceptable for webcam use

SWC Group offers:

* Holiday and Vacation Plan
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
* HSA (Pre-tax) Savings Account
* 401(k) Plan with matching contribution
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Paid Training Program

Client requirements for this campaign require a clean background check and a negative drug test result

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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