Remote Third Party Debt Collector

Helvey & Associatesover 1 year ago
United States
Remote
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
$14-$18 Hourly

Job Description

Position Overview

Join our team as a Call Center Agent working remotely with a flexible schedule of up to 40 hours weekly (Mon-Sat) and enjoy consistent weekly shifts. You’ll receive a competitive starting wage combined with generous commission opportunities – Compensation: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour. This full-time role offers potential career advancement along with the convenience of working from home provided you have a private workspace and reliable high-speed internet.

Key Responsibilities

  • Make outbound calls to request payments, assess each person’s financial situation, and establish mutually acceptable payment solutions.
  • Take ownership of accounts by listening to consumers and collaborating with them to create a clear financial recovery roadmap.
  • Accurately update and document all necessary account information in a fast-paced environment.
  • Embrace growth opportunities while delivering excellent service and achieving performance incentives.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (college courses in accounting or finance add credibility).
  • Minimum 1 year experience each in call center operations, remote work, and debt collection.
  • Excellent listening, negotiation, speaking, and persistence skills with the ability to resolve practical issues.
  • Fluent English proficiency is required.
  • Ability to pass a background check with no felonies in the past 5 years, a clean credit history (no bankruptcies in the past 2 years), and paid collection accounts.
  • Must have a private workspace with a door and reliable high-speed internet.

Preferred Qualifications

  • College coursework in accounting, finance, or related fields.
  • Spanish language proficiency.
  • Prior experience in remote work environments and call centers handling debt collection.

Benefits & Perks

  • 401(k) and 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule with consistent weekly shifts
  • On-the-job training and paid time off
  • Work from home opportunity and referral program

Required Skills

Active Listening
Negotiation
Debt Collection
Call Center Experience
Persistence
Remote Work
Time Management
Communication