Collections Negotiator

Debt Collection Negotiator

Location:Thorpe Park, Leeds, Hybridworking.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-18:30 and occasional Saturdays 09:00-13:00

Start date: We have start dates from November and will be running an Assessment Centre on Tuesday 27th and Thursday 29th of October-we look forward to meeting you!

Join us asa Debt Collection Negotiator.
You'll be part of a supportive, target-driven team where you'll work towards clear goals while delivering great service to our clients. Day to day, you'll be speaking with customers over the phone-both inbound and outbound-gathering the right information to help create realistic and fair repayment plans. You'll also be negotiating settlements, identifying when someone might be in a vulnerable situation, and making sure they get the right support. Between calls, you'll be reviewing and updating account records, reaching out to businesses to find the right contacts, and verifying company details online. You'll also handle messages and correspondence via email, SMS, and post, including cases involving Debt Management Companies. It's a varied role where attention to detail and following processes really matter-but you'll never be on your own.

What we are looking for:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong listening and empathy.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities, able to prioritise effectively.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate and contribute in a supportive environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive, capable of working independently without supervision.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, maintaining consistently high work standards.
• Previous experience in debt recovery is preferred but not essential.

Ifyou'reexcited about this role butdon'tmeet every requirement -don'tworry, still apply. Your unique perspective could be just whatwe'relooking for.

Whatyou'llget:

• A discretionary annual bonusto reward your impact
• 3% flexiblebenefitsthat you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover.
• Hybrid workingfor the best of both worlds-collaboration and focus.
• Free onsite parking, saving you time and money.
• Recharge and refreshopportunitieswith 28 days of holiday plus public holidays, and theoptionto buy up to five more-giving you more time for what matters most.
• Peace of mindwith life assurance that supports your loved ones, no matter what.
• A culture that celebrates you and supports your wellbeing-with recognition awards, access to on-site gym facilities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives offered throughout the year to help you stay balanced,resilientand feeling your best.
• Encouragement to be your authentic self at workby joining one of our vibrant employee networks-like Rise (Gender), Proud (LGBTQIA ), Culture, or Spark (Neurodiversity & Disability) - and connect with a community that celebrates and supports you.

So, who are we?
We're Overdales Legal. Regulated by the SRA, we're one of the largest providers of specialist debt Litigation services in the UK. We're a proud member of Lowell Group.

We'reon a mission to make credit work better for all.

We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity, helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways.

According to The Sunday Times,we'reone of the best places to work in the UK, (we'reproud to be on their 'Best Places to Work' list for thethird yearrunning). Why? Because of the people who work here. Warm, welcoming, and super-talented.It'sour people that make us great.

We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge.

Join us and from day oneyou'llhave a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell,you'llbe making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times.

Ready to join us?

At Lowell,we'recommitted to helping you grow-both personally and professionally. We provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to shape your career and thrive.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whatever your identity - culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability - ifyou'repassionate about making credit work better for everyone,we'dlove to hear from you. Our strength lies in our people, andwe'reproud to build inclusive teams supported by benefits that help everyone succeed.

Apply todayandstep into a role where every conversation makes a difference.

If you need help with your application or have any questions about the adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Lowell Talent Team,who'llbe more than happy to support you.

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