Head, Collection and Recovery
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to lead our Collection and Recovery team. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of optimizing collection processes and improving recovery rates. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of risk management, compliance requirements, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement comprehensive collection and recovery strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Continuously assess and refine approaches to optimize recovery rates and reduce delinquency.
Team Leadership:
- Lead, motivate, and mentor a high-performing collection and recovery team.
- Provide guidance on effective negotiation techniques, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
Performance Metrics:
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of collection efforts.
- Regularly analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Process Optimization:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline collection processes, leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance efficiency.
- Implement innovative solutions to address emerging challenges and improve overall recovery performance.
Compliance Management:
- Ensure the collection and recovery processes comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Stay abreast of changes in legislation and proactively implement adjustments to maintain compliance.
Relationship Management:
- Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with external partners, including debt collection agencies, legal firms, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as risk management and finance to assess credit risk and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in banking and finance or a relevant field.
- Master’s degree or additional certifications in credit and collection management is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in collection and recovery management
- A proven track record of success in improving recovery rates and reducing delinquency.
- Deep understanding of collection and recovery best practices, compliance requirements, and industry trends.
- Proficient in data analysis and able to use metrics to drive decision-making.
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Ability to effectively communicate strategies, goals, and results to both internal teams and external partners.
- Experience in handling fraud related cases which entails investigating and liaising with relevant law enforcement agencies
- Certified Credit and Collection Professional (CCCP) or similar certifications are preferred.
Benefits
- A competitive salary with a performance-based bonus structure.
- A leadership role within a dynamic and innovative team.
- Opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly expanding company.
- Access to industry-leading tools and technologies for sales and CRM.
- A collaborative culture that values creativity and initiative.
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