Bilingual Collections Agent
- Barrie, ON, Canada
Base Salary starting at $40,000 annually · Full-time
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- Base Salary starting at $40,000 annually
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- Full-time
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- Positions available
- 1
- Posting language
- English
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About Northlake Financial
Northlake Financial team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
Why Work for us?
Northlake understands the needs of its employees. Northlake Financial is revolutionizing the Canadian automotive finance industry with a full spectrum of dynamic rates and services for dealers. We specialize in the acquisition and servicing of prime and subprime automotive financing contracts. Our employees flourish in an exciting and engaging environment.
Number of Positions Available: 1
Office Location: Barrie, ON (This role does not provide remote or hybrid work).
Purpose Of a Collections Agent
The Collections Agent is responsible for engaging with customers over the phone to support and guide them through the repayment process. This role requires a strong customer service mindset, creative problem-solving, and the ability to work within policy while applying sound judgment. A successful agent will be results-driven, integrity-focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, target-oriented environment.
Job Responsibilities Of a Collections Agent
Northlake Financial is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify the hiring manager.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment: Northlake Financial may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications. These tools are used to assist, and not replace, human decision-making.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.
Collections, Auto Finance, Consumer Lending, Delinquency Management, Payment Negotiation, Skip Tracing, Recovery, Subprime Lending, Customer Service, KPI-Driven Environment, Commission Opportunity, Account Resolution, Automotive Finance Industry
Northlake Financial team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
Why Work for us?
Northlake understands the needs of its employees. Northlake Financial is revolutionizing the Canadian automotive finance industry with a full spectrum of dynamic rates and services for dealers. We specialize in the acquisition and servicing of prime and subprime automotive financing contracts. Our employees flourish in an exciting and engaging environment.
Number of Positions Available: 1
Office Location: Barrie, ON (This role does not provide remote or hybrid work).
Purpose Of a Collections Agent
The Collections Agent is responsible for engaging with customers over the phone to support and guide them through the repayment process. This role requires a strong customer service mindset, creative problem-solving, and the ability to work within policy while applying sound judgment. A successful agent will be results-driven, integrity-focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, target-oriented environment.
Job Responsibilities Of a Collections Agent
- Work with both French & English-speaking customers to prevent delinquency and develop customized repayment solutions
- Manage late-stage delinquent accounts by assessing customer situations and negotiating payment arrangements
- Initiate contact with past-due customers through approved communication channels
- Educate customers by answering questions clearly, professionally, and accurately
- Deliver outstanding customer service while meeting or exceeding collection targets and performance metrics
- Apply internal policies and procedures to ensure fair and consistent payment recovery practices
- Evaluate account risk and escalate accounts for further action when appropriate
- Accurately document customer interactions, payment commitments, and account updates within the collections system
- Ensure all collection activities remain compliant with regulatory standards and industry best practices
- Consistently achieve individual and team collection goals
- Support additional collection-related duties as assigned
- Bilingual in French and English, both written and verbal
- Ability to work flexible hours between 7am and 9pm Monday-Saturday
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to manage sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy
- Must be able to work independently as well as be an effective team member
- Comfortable working in a performance-driven environment
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- High school diploma or equivalent education required
- Previous collections, customer service, or financial services experience preferred
- Proficiency with computer systems and account management software including
- Base Salary starting at $40,000 annually
- Competitive Commission Structure with performance-based earning potential
- Your Birthday off, paid
- Paid wellness days
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including health and dental coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness support
- Employee recognition and rewards platform
Northlake Financial is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify the hiring manager.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment: Northlake Financial may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications. These tools are used to assist, and not replace, human decision-making.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.
Collections, Auto Finance, Consumer Lending, Delinquency Management, Payment Negotiation, Skip Tracing, Recovery, Subprime Lending, Customer Service, KPI-Driven Environment, Commission Opportunity, Account Resolution, Automotive Finance Industry
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Responsibilities
Contact French- and English-speaking customers to prevent or resolve delinquency, assess account situations, and negotiate suitable payment arrangements. Document account activity, meet collection targets, follow policies and regulatory requirements, and escalate accounts when appropriate.
Requirements
Fluency in written and spoken French and English is required, along with strong negotiation and communication skills, professionalism, empathy, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; collections, customer service, or financial services experience is preferred, as is proficiency with computer systems and account management software.
Skills
- French-English Bilingual Communication
- Collections
- Payment Negotiation
- Customer Service
- Delinquency Management
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Assessment
- Account Resolution
- Regulatory Compliance
- Communication
- Empathy
- Organization
- Time Management
- Account Documentation
- Independent Work
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Performance-Based Commission
- Paid Birthday Off
- Paid Wellness Days
- Health and Dental Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition and Rewards
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Collections
- Automotive Finance
- Consumer Lending
- Delinquency Management
- Payment Negotiation
- Skip Tracing
- Recovery
- Subprime Lending
- Customer Service
- Account Resolution
- Collection Targets
- Performance Metrics
- Risk Assessment
- Regulatory Compliance
- Account Management Software
- French
- English
- Payment Arrangements
- Financial Services