Collector
About The Position
The Syracuse Team at Harris Beach Murtha is in search of a Collector to collect money judgements through the utilization of judgement enforcement mechanisms available to judgement creditors. You will thrive in this role if you have: 2+ years of office experience; collections background in legal environment preferred Associates degree or equivalent work experience preferred Extreme attention to detail and accuracy Sound judgment and a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively Strong verbal and written communication, client service, and listening skills The Collector will be responsible for communicating with debtors, clients, sheriffs and courts regarding recovery.
Requirements
- 2+ years of office experience
- Collections background in legal environment preferred
- Associates degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- Extreme attention to detail and accuracy
- Sound judgment and a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively
- Strong verbal and written communication, client service, and listening skills
- Maintain high standards of performance and have a professional, cooperative, positive, and flexible attitude
- Demonstrate good organizational skills for prioritizing workload in a fast-paced environment
- Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
- Demonstrate the ability to acquire understanding quickly and absorb new information rapidly
- Exhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
- Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment
- Are comfortable working fully onsite
Nice To Haves
- collections background in legal environment
- Associates degree or equivalent work experience
Responsibilities
- Conduct searches for debtors and their assets
- Determine when files are not collectable or require further action from attorney
- Maintain accurate file records and consistently performs file review process
- Order various reports relative to collections proceedings
- Skiptrace to obtain addresses on new files as needed
- Prepare settlement documents and/or repayment plans
- Prepare various enforcement documents for recovery
- Prepare payoffs for debtors and third parties
- Prepare status reports for clients
- Assist with other duties as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
