Debt Recovery Handler

Barbon Group Ltd.; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

PIB Group is seeking a proactive Recovery Paralegal to join its Legal team in Lincoln. You will input, assess and manage a portfolio of debt recovery cases, communicating with tenants, guarantors and debtors to pursue repayments while tracking documents and deadlines.

You will support the full litigation life cycle, assist with pre-legal activity and work with external providers to maximise recovery and minimise costs, upholding compliance and delivering clear, professional service to clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in a collections or recovery environment.
• Proven experience in a debt recovery, collections, or a similar role.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Input, assess & manage a portfolio of debt recovery cases, storing the relevant documents & evidence on the corresponding systems
• Manage all customer enquiries across varied mediums, including but not restricted to email, telephone & post
• Organise, prioritise, and handle own workload in line with standard operating procedures to ensure that critical dates are met and KPI’s and SLA’s are achieved
• Contact Tenants and Guarantors in line with agreed contact strategies and risk profiling whilst seeking repayment of debts
• Contribute as part of a team by working collaboratively to ensure that our client’s objectives are met
• Accurately manage & calculate financial payment requisitions as part of the recoveries process and ensure that payments are made to the Landlord efficiently with relevant tracking & recording in place
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with internal and regulatory standards
• Work closely with outsourced providers to maximise the success of recovery through strategy planning and efficient query handling, accurately manage and calculate settlement figures for all debtors, supporting all areas of the group with their debt recovery needs
• Assist in the conduct of litigating money claims, along with enforcement applications where appropriate
• Provide tailored support to vulnerable customers, understanding their unique circumstances and offering appropriate solutions
• Ensuring all interactions are handled with sensitivity, always maintaining the dignity and respect of customers

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Debt recovery experience

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Recovery Paralegal to join our Legal team. This role involves providing the recovery of debts owed to our client’s from breaches of tenancies, such as legal costs and rent arrears. You will be undertaking activities in the pursuit of recovery from Tenants and Guarantors, which span the full litigation life cycle. You will be responsible for maximising recovery and minimising legal costs for your clients, with robust pre-legal activity and assiting in the conduct of litigation through to trial. You will speak with clients and debtors daily over the telephone and be a confident communicator across all mediums.

Key Responsibilities

• Input, assess & manage a portfolio of debt recovery cases, storing the relevant documents & evidence on the corresponding systems
• Manage all customer enquiries across varied mediums, including but not restricted to email, telephone & post
• Organise, prioritise, and handle own workload in line with standard operating procedures to ensure that critical dates are met and KPI’s and SLA’s are achieved
• Contact Tenants and Guarantors in line with agreed contact strategies and risk profiling whilst seeking repayment of debts
• Contribute as part of a team by working collaboratively to ensure that our client’s objectives are met
• Accurately manage & calculate financial payment requisitions as part of the recoveries process and ensure that payments are made to the Landlord efficiently with relevant tracking & recording in place
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with internal and regulatory standards
• Work closely with outsourced providers to maximise the success of recovery through strategy planning and efficient query handling, accurately manage and calculate settlement figures for all debtors, supporting all areas of the group with their debt recovery needs
• Assist in the conduct of litigating money claims, along with enforcement applications where appropriate
• Provide tailored support to vulnerable customers, understanding their unique circumstances and offering appropriate solutions
• Ensuring all interactions are handled with sensitivity, always maintaining the dignity and respect of customers

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in a collections or recovery environment
• Proven experience in a debt recovery, collections, or a similar role
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving abilities
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Why PIB Group?

PIB Group is one of the UK’s fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters. We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be. We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don’t have to tick every box to apply, if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow, we’d love to hear from you!

Inclusion & Accessibility

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