Debt Collector (Legal Book)

How2Apply Talent Network
Brackenfell, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 4 days ago
Contract Customer Service & Call Centre
R8 750 – R11 500/month
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Job Description

Collections at a vehicle finance collections floor in Brackenfell is about firm, fair conversations and steady numbers. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

The site is in Brackenfell; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What you'll actually do

  • Report daily on rands collected, contacts made and arrangements set.
  • Update debtor contact details from tracing searches.
  • Answer disputes about balances, interest and fees with a printed statement.
  • Keep calls within the National Credit Act and the Debt Collectors Act rules.
  • Hand accounts over for legal action once internal steps are exhausted.
  • Dial through your arrears book on the auto-dialler and confirm the debtor's identity.
  • Record reasons for non-payment so the credit team can adjust policy.

Must-haves

  • You keep your tone respectful even when the debtor is not
  • Matric
  • Target-driven and comfortable with commission
  • Registered, or willing to register, with the Council for Debt Collectors
  • Good with numbers, dates and payment calculations

Nice if you have

  • Legal collections or attorney-firm background
  • A second South African language

What you get

  • Uncapped monthly commission on collected rands
  • Monthly incentives for the top three collectors
  • Structured weekday hours with only occasional Saturdays

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Brackenfell really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: your matric results, certified plus certified copy of your SA ID or work permit.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Brackenfell; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • Interviewers often role-play a difficult debtor; stay polite, get a date and an amount, and close the call.
  • Show your collection results as numbers (for example "collected R420 000 a month against a R350 000 target").

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Job details
SalaryR8 750 – R11 500/month
Job TypeContract
LocationBrackenfell, Western Cape
CategoryCustomer Service & Call Centre
Experience2+ years
Posted24 September 2026
Closing Date26 October 2026
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