Debt Collection

Stellar Recruitment ·www.stellarrecruitment.com

Location NZ - Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
Work type Hybrid
Salary NZD 28 - 32 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Benefits
  • Permanent part-time role, 20 hours per week, near the city
  • Up to $32.00 per hour, Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day onsite (flexible start time)
  • Work-life balance, no weekends or late nights
  • Professional development available
  • Positive, vibrant, team culture that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration
  • Stability - 25 years and still growing strong!
Our client:
They are proud to partner with businesses to manage overdue accounts, providing professional strategies to recover outstanding debt and improve cash flow. Their goal is to remove the stress of chasing late payments, allowing clients to concentrate on growing their business.
  
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Managing Directors, you will be responsible for contacting customers with outstanding debts, negotiating payment plans, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This role requires excellent communication skills, persistence, and a customer-focused approach to debt recovery.

Key Responsibilities:  
  • Contact customers via phone calls to manage debt collection
  • Negotiate payment plans and settlements 
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all collection activities and customer interactions
  • Research and locate customers using tracing techniques when necessary
  • Prepare and send demand letters and formal notices 
  • Team focused, proactive nature
Skills and Experience:
  • Experienced in debt collection, credit control or accounts receiveable
  • Familiar with NZ debt collection laws and regulations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency with computer systems and collection software
  • Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally and empathetically
How to apply:
If you thrive in a dynamic setting, enjoy seeing the results of your work come to life, and can keep things light even when the pressure’s on, we’d love to hear from you.
  
Apply online or for a confidential discussion, contact Fiona Sanderson 032222304. Applications will be acknowledged within five working days.
  
Please note, only NZ Residents or Citizens will be considered for this permanent position. 
  
About Stellar Recruitment:
Since 2006, the Stellar Recruitment team has been dedicated to transforming the recruitment landscape. With years of experience and a focus on “Inspiring Growth. Changing Lives”, we partner with employers to fuel their growth while opening doors to life-changing opportunities for job seekers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Debt Collection role?
Stellar Recruitment is hiring for the Debt Collection position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Debt Collection job located?
The Debt Collection role with Stellar Recruitment is based in NZ - Canterbury, NZ. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Debt Collection role remote?
Yes — the Debt Collection position at Stellar Recruitment is hybrid. Candidates based in NZ are preferred.
What does the Debt Collection role pay?
Stellar Recruitment lists the Debt Collection role at NZD 28–32 per hour.
Is the Debt Collection role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Stellar Recruitment.
What experience level is the Debt Collection role?
The Debt Collection position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Debt Collection role at Stellar Recruitment?
Apply directly on Stellar Recruitment's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
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