Collections Team Lead

Collections Team Lead

Leeds Full-Time No home office possible
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Job Description

Collections Team Manager

Location: Leeds (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £47,000

Elevation Recruitment Group are working on behalf of a client to recruit a Collections Team Manager. This role will be responsible for leading a team of collections agents, ensuring the timely collection of outstanding balances from SME clients, and driving continuous improvements across processes, customer experience, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and motivate the collections team to meet performance targets and service levels.
  • Monitor and report on debt position, collections performance, and key KPIs.
  • Identify and address process gaps, implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce overdue debt.
  • Support team development through training, coaching and cross-skilling initiatives.
  • Handle escalated queries and ensure prompt resolution within SLA.
  • Maintain compliance with all relevant policies, procedures and regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance customer journey and operational performance.
  • Oversee planning, productivity and day-to-day performance management.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a similar collections or credit management leadership role.
  • Strong people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with data and reporting tools.
  • A customer-focused and results-driven approach.
  • GCSE Maths & English (Grade C or above) essential; a degree or equivalent qualification is desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced collections leader to join a progressive business in a pivotal role.

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Contact Detail:

Elevation Recruitment Group Recruiting Team

Collections Team Lead
Elevation Recruitment Group
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