Call Center Collections Agent

Valor Intelligent Processing; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,939; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Incentives & Rewards

Health Benefits

Retirement Savings

Paid Training

Job summary

Valor Intelligent Processing is hiring a Collections Agent in Tampa, Florida. The role requires persuasive communication skills to help customers resolve outstanding debts.

As a Collections Agent, you will make outbound calls, use negotiation strategies, and ensure compliance with debt collection laws. Ideal candidates have experience in customer service and show capacity for empathy and conflict resolution skills.

Compensation ranges from $14.00 to $15.20 per hour, with comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in collections, customer service, or call center environments preferred.
• Understanding of debt collection laws and regulatory requirements is highly desirable.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound calls to customers with overdue accounts to discuss balances.
• Use proven scripts and negotiation strategies to secure payment commitments.
• Record all customer interactions and payment arrangements in our CRM system.

Skills

Empathy

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Strong verbal communication

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework

Tools

CRM systems

Collection software

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding, industry-leading organization.

Are you a persuasive communicator with a talent for turning tough conversations into positive outcomes? We’re looking for a Collections Agent who can combine empathy, professionalism, and negotiation skills to help customers resolve outstanding debts while supporting our company’s financial goals.

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre‑employment test.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Make outbound calls to customers with overdue accounts to discuss balances and offer tailored repayment solutions.
• Use proven scripts and negotiation strategies to secure payment commitments and resolve delinquencies.
• Communicate with empathy and professionalism, actively listening to concerns and addressing objections.
• Accurately process payments via phone (credit cards, EFTs, and payment plans) in compliance with company protocols.
• Record all customer interactions, payment arrangements, and account updates in our CRM system.
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), ensuring ethical and legal collection practices.
• Track and report on collection performance, call outcomes, and recovery rates.
• Resolve inquiries and elevate complex issues to supervisors when needed, always aiming for a positive customer experience.
• Foster trust and cooperation with customers to encourage timely payments and long‑term resolution.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

All positive, and driven applicants are encouraged to apply. The Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated, dedicated and should possess the below qualities:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework a plus.
• Prior experience in collections, customer service, or call center environments preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to explain financial matters clearly and confidently.
• Empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution skills.
• Familiarity with collection software, CRM systems, and call center tools is a plus.
• Understanding of debt collection laws and regulatory requirements is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure and thrive in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION DETAILS

What You Can Expect from MCI:

• Paid Time Off: Earn PTO and paid holidays to take the time you need.
• Incentives & Rewards: Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly contests that include cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations and sometimes even cars!
• Health Benefits: Full‑time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment, and all employees have access to MEC medical plans after just 30 days. Benefit options vary by location.
• Retirement Savings: Secure your future with retirement savings programs, where available.
• Disability Insurance: Short‑term disability coverage is available to help protect you during unexpected challenges.
• Life Insurance: Access life insurance options to safeguard your loved ones.
• Supplemental Insurance: Accident and critical illness insurance.
• Career Growth: With a focus on internal promotions, employees enjoy significant advancement opportunities.
• Paid Training: Learn new skills while earning a paycheck.
• Fun, Engaging Work Environment: Enjoy a team‑oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement.
• Casual Dress Code: Be comfortable while you work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All MCI Locations

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening. Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees are responsible for fulfilling MCI's commitment to a diverse and equal‑opportunity work environment.

MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. MCI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

MCI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, MCI's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where an employee works.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

ABOUT VALORVIP

$14.00 - $15.20 / hour