Claims and Credit Collection Associate at SeedStars Academy

About the Job

• As a (Senior) Claims Manager (m/f), you are responsible for a portfolio of Nigerian SME customers who are delaying payments with positive economic continuation forecasts. In detail, you lead sophisticated negotiations in the restructuring process on your own.

Key Responsibilities

• Periodically assessing the economic continuation guidance for existing loans of late-payment companies
• Decide regularly which loans may be terminated and supervise the termination process
• Look after insolvent borrowers in the context of e.g. administration, liquidation, debt management plan as well as bankruptcy
• Manage relationships with insolvency administrators and our legal advisors
• Work closely with our Legal Department and Risk Management
• Improve our internal and external processes

Your Profile

• At least 3 years of professional experience in banking / finance / receivables management
• Very good knowledge of Nigerian debt collection processes and applicable insolvency law
• Experience in the management of bankruptcies
• Experience in restructuring and risk management
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Assertiveness and bargaining power, strong communication skills
• Teamwork as well as the ability and willingness to find your way around in a dynamic environment
• Excellent time management
• Very good Excel skills.

Benefits and Perks

• A steep learning curve in an innovative industry; including plenty of responsibility and conceptual freedom
• Extensive learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Fast track leadership opportunities in line with performance
• An international team of experts who inspire and support you
• Regular get-togethers, team building events, barbecues, and parties
• Typical Start-up perks: flexible working hours, company healthcare plan, pension scheme, etc.