Proficient Debt Recovery Lawyer

2 days ago

unknown Lagos Nigeria Lextorah LDS Full time ₦1,200,000 - ₦2,400,000 per year
Company Description

Our client , is a Legal consultancy firm with growing operations. Over the past two years they have undergone change and with a talented management team in place are implementing strategic plans for the future. Due to an increased focus on debt recovery they are seeking a highly experienced debt recovery professional for a new role as the Debt Recovery Specialist.

Job Description

Reporting to Senior Management you will be responsible for:

  • Reviewing the debt status of specific customer accounts and recommending action
  • Recovery of outstanding debt through debt recovery and legal action including accounts in administration and liquidation
  • Monitoring and auditing the performance and operation of external providers
  • Ensuring customers comply with payment arrangements
  • Restructuring customers debt portfolio with appropriate authorities/organizations
  • Providing regular reports to management
  • Continuous process improvement
Qualifications
  • The candidate must have 5-7 years experiece in debt recovery, debt restructuring and commercial litigation
  • The  successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in senior debt recovery positions.
  • The candidate must also have a thorough understanding of debt recovery processes.  
  • To be successful the candidate will be highly organised, motivated, passionate, 'firm but fair', have strong communication skills and work well in a team.
  • The candidate will be able to demonstrate leadership skills and a willingness to expose him/herself to all aspects of the business.
Additional Information
  • The candidate will be responsible for a high volume of debt recovery matters and will therefore possess extensive experience in debt recovery matters and strong advocacy skills. 
  • Due to the nature of the workload, you will have an approach that is efficient and outcomes focussed.
  • Can start ASAP
  • Enjoy the challenge of working through a list of companies that owe monies.
  • Can strike the important balance of building the relationship with the client but also be assertive enough to collect monies owed efficiently.

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