Outreach Specialist IV

M&T Bank; Getzville (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Getzville, NY is seeking a role focused on delinquent loan accounts and loss mitigation. You will contact borrowers, assess repayment options, arrange plans, and document all activity with accuracy to minimize losses.

The position emphasizes collaboration with internal teams, adherence to regulatory requirements, and ongoing training for staff. It offers on-site work and aligns with industry pay scales for the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum combined 4 years of higher education and/or work experience with at least 2 years in relevant roles.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented and motivated to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with delinquent consumer, mortgage, and/or commercial loan accounts, including past due and high-risk relationships.
• Initiate inbound and outbound calls to borrowers, assess repayment options, and arrange repayment plans or loss mitigation solutions.
• Perform skip tracing, analyze financial information, review collateral value, and mitigate loss situations.
• Collaborate with internal partners, vendors, and management to determine appropriate strategies and meet service levels.
• Document all account activity and recommendations thoroughly and accurately.
• Provide on-the-job training for new employees and guide coworkers on complex issues.
• Handle all products serviced after cross-training and stay informed on market trends to mitigate risk.
• Adhere to compliance/operational risk controls and support M&T Bank's brand and internal controls.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Overview:

This position is responsible for managing delinquent loan accounts and may include acting as the contact throughout the loss mitigation assistance and collection process. Duties involve contacting borrowers in delinquency, assessing repayment options, arranging repayment solutions, and maintaining call reports. The role also includes evaluating loan status, initiating collateral assessments, . Responsibilities may extend to specialized areas.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for communicating with delinquent consumer, mortgage, and/or commercial loan accounts, including past due and high-risk relationships.

Initiate inbound and outbound calls to borrowers, assess repayment options, and arrange repayment plans or loss mitigation solutions while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

Perform skip tracing, collect and analyze financial information, review collateral value, mitigate loss situations, and elevate to next steps based on risk triggers

Collaborate with internal partners, vendors, and management to determine appropriate strategies and ensure service level agreements are met.

Document all account activity and recommendations thoroughly and accurately.

Provide on the job training for new employees as needed. Guide co-workers on more complex research issues.

Responsible for the handling of all products serviced as a result of cross-training.

Stay informed on business and market trends to mitigate risk and reduce potential losses.

• Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

A combined 4 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience.

Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Detail oriented.

Motivated, team player.

Strong analytical ability and problem solving skills.

Strong work ethic and ability to work independently motivated, team player.

Strong analytical ability and problem solving skills.

Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree.

3 years’ banking experience.

Knowledge of M&T systems.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $22.61 - $37.67 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Getzville, New York, United States of America

M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.