Bilingual Account Specialist, LVAR

Your tasks

• Review and evaluate delinquent, high-risk, and written-off accounts to identify appropriate collections and loss mitigation opportunities.
• Handle incoming customer calls professionally and efficiently, building rapport, establishing trust, and understanding each customer's financial circumstances.
• Advise customers on repayment strategies, payment arrangements, loan modification options, and other appropriate solutions based on their needs and account status.
• Apply established collections procedures to resolve non-performing and high-risk accounts, helping minimize losses while exploring alternatives to default or foreclosure where applicable.
• Process customer transactions, respond to service requests, issue communications, and complete required documentation accurately and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Analyze account information and customer data to assess situations, provide recommendations, and determine appropriate next steps.
• Coordinate with internal business groups and stakeholders to address customer needs, refer cases to specialized teams, and escalate complex or unresolved situations when necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of collections practices, products, services, industry trends, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, contribute to quality and service initiatives, and support the efficient management of the collections lifecycle.
• Protect confidential customer and organizational information while following applicable laws, internal policies, risk management frameworks, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Typically 1–2 years of relevant professional experience, with a post-secondary degree in a related field preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong bilingual communication skills in English and French to support customer interactions effectively in a bilingual environment.
• Working knowledge of consumer collections principles and applicable federal, provincial, and local regulations.
• Familiarity with financial products and services, collections strategies, payment arrangements, and risk mitigation practices is an asset.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial options clearly, professionally, and empathetically.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills, including the ability to handle sensitive financial conversations and maintain customer confidence.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to evaluate account information, identify suitable solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage customer records, transactions, documentation, and follow-up activities accurately.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and internal stakeholders while managing responsibilities independently within established guidelines.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and a commitment to protecting confidential information and adhering to risk management policies.

What we offer

• Annual salary range: CAD $35,500–$65,000, depending on experience, education, qualifications, skills, and location.
• Comprehensive compensation: Potential eligibility for performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and additional rewards, depending on the compensation structure.
• Health coverage: Access to health insurance benefits.
• Insurance protection: Accident and life insurance options.
• Retirement planning: Access to retirement savings plans.
• Education support: Tuition reimbursement opportunities, subject to applicable program terms.
• Remote work: Opportunity to work remotely from Quebec, Canada.
• Learning and development: Access to training, coaching, and manager support to strengthen professional skills and expand career opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace: A commitment to accessibility, equity, and inclusion, with accommodations available during the recruitment process when needed.

How to apply

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