Collections Specialist, based Leeds (West Yorkshire)

Avnet; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology distributor is hiring a Collections Specialist in Leeds. This hybrid role focuses on managing delinquent debt across EMEA, requiring problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ideal candidates will have an understanding of insolvency processes. Key benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working options, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free onsite parking and gym access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding of insolvency stages and proof of debt practices.
• Ability to manage time and work independently.
• Recognizes the need for alternative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Review delinquent debt across EMEA.
• Manage pre-legal communications with external collections.
• Prepare legal paperwork for insolvency practitioners.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Data manipulation in Excel

Education

ACICM or CICM (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Farnell

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Collections Specialist to join our team in Leeds 12 (West Yorkshire). This flexible, hybrid-working role which offers a great balance between working from home and the office!

This is a key role within our collections team, focusing on the legal and collections part of managing delinquent debt across EMEA. Given the nature of the role, we are looking for those who excel at problem-solving and love a challenge, whilst maintaining customer focus and building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders. This is a role with lots of data, therefore our new team member needs attention to detail, and a high confidence in using Excel and manipulating data.

What we are looking for

• An understanding of the stages of insolvency and proof of debt, practices and procedures
• Ability to establish priorities and manage time to complete work independently
• Performs semi-routine functions and recognises the need for occasional alternative solutions
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with various stakeholders at different levels of the organisation, both internally and externally
• ACICM or CICM (is preferred but not essential), full training will be given to meet the technical requirements of the role

What’s in It for You?

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits:

• A welcoming, collaborative team environment
• Open and approachable management culture
• Tools and opportunities to support career development
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase additional leave)
• Free onsite parking and gym access
• Flexible remote working
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Recognition and reward schemes

What will you be doing?

• Reviewing delinquent debt across EMEA.
• Managing pre-legal communication and transfers from Farnell to external collections outsourcing.
• Preparation and submission of legal paperwork to the insolvency practitioner.
• Preparing recommended write-offs monthly.
• Liaising with customers, Farnell and the collections agency to achieve the best outcome.
• Supporting the EMEA finance team with reporting on fraud.
• Supporting and managing key audit activities.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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