What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Collector position at Markoff Law LLC?
Bilingual Legal Collections Representative
Location: Chicago Loop – On-site – In office (not remote)
Our established creditors’ rights law firm, located in the heart of the Chicago Loop, is seeking a Bilingual Legal Collections Representative (Spanish/English) to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Make outbound calls and receive inbound calls from consumers regarding delinquent
- accounts.
- Negotiate and establish payment arrangements in compliance with client and regulatory guidelines.
- Conduct skip tracing to locate consumers, employment information, assets, and ability to pay.
- Ensure compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and client specific requirements.
- Manage files throughout the legal process—from Summons and Complaint through Judgment and Post-Judgment enforcement.
- Prepare files for legal escalation when necessary.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Minimum 2 years of customer service or collections experience (legal collections preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; strong computer and phone skills.
- In-depth understanding of the FDCPA and related regulatory compliance.
- Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and active listening skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines.
Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
If you're looking to grow your career in a fast-paced legal environment and make a direct impact on case outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
Monday - Friday
8:30am- 5:00pm
Hourly: $20-$23
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401K - Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Salary : $20 - $23