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Manager : Collections Strategy

Manager : Collections Strategy

Network RecruitmentJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
9 days ago
Job description

Ready to redefine how collections strategy drives business success?

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that uses data, analytics, and innovation to unlock performance. If you’re passionate about building strategies that maximize profitability, optimize operational efficiency, and elevate customer outcomes — this role is made for you.

Our client is a market-leading financial services provider committed to transformation through data-driven decision-making. They are looking for a Manager : Collections Strategy to lead the design, implementation, and continuous optimization of collection strategies. You’ll work with advanced analytics, collaborate with multiple business units, and play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's collections performance and growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute forward-thinking collection strategies across the credit lifecycle.
  • Design and implement data-driven models to enhance recovery, limit management, and profitability.
  • Analyze portfolio-level trends to identify risks, uncover insights, and propose solutions.
  • Build and manage collection scorecards, performance dashboards, and target forecasts.
  • Collaborate with BI and operational teams to ensure data accuracy, efficiency, and impact.
  • Develop and test strategic campaigns to improve collections efficiency and yield.
  • Integrate predictive models and analytics into day-to-day operational processes.
  • Champion process improvements and optimization initiatives across teams.
  • Communicate complex data and model outcomes to stakeholders in a clear, actionable way.

Job Experience and Skills Required

  • Honors degree or equivalent in Commerce, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Econometrics, Actuarial Science, or Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a collections strategy or data analytics role.
  • Strong technical skills in SQL, Python, R, AWS, and Advanced Excel.
  • Experience in the banking or financial services industry highly advantageous.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a strategic mindset.
  • Why Apply?

    This is a unique opportunity to use data and strategy to make real business impact — improving collections performance, reducing risk, and driving growth.

    Apply now!

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    If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.

    For more information, contact : Kholo Mongalo

    Recruitment Researcher in Actuarial & Analytics

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