Collections Specialist

Trueml
Everett, WA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with customer service experience who thrive in a structured, in-person office environment and value empathy-driven problem-solving.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with customer service experience and a commitment to empathetic communication
    — “You have strong verbal and written communication skills and know how to de-escalate tough situations with empathy and active listening”
  • Individuals who are adaptable and comfortable with evolving systems and policies
    — “comfortably navigate new account management systems, evolving policies, and client expectations”
  • People who prioritize process improvement and detail-oriented documentation
    — “Document all communications and account activities across multiple digital channels”

Things to consider

  • This role requires regular in-person attendance and office-based collaboration
    — “regular, in-person attendance is an essential function of the role”
  • Candidates may need to work outside standard business hours occasionally
    — “occasional flexibility outside of standard business hours to support business needs”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with multi-system navigation and customer-centric problem-solving
    — “Toggle between various software platforms and screens to provide real-time updates and efficient service”
  • Emphasize past success in guiding clients toward financial solutions
    — “guiding customers toward realistic financial solutions”
  • Showcase a track record of maintaining accurate records and meeting KPIs
    — “Maintain Accurate Records: Document all communications and account activities across multiple digital channels”
  • Demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to grow within a Fintech environment
    — “Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth within the collections and Fintech industry”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • high customer satisfaction scores
  • successful account resolution
Typical background
collectionscustomer service

Skills & requirements

Required

CollectionsNegotiationCustomer EngagementAccount Management

Preferred

Collections SystemsEmpathetic Communication

Stack & domain

CollectionsAccount ResolutionMulti-system NavigationRecord KeepingCommunicationNegotiationProblem SolvingEmpathyDebt ResolutionCustomer Service

About the role

Original posting from Trueml via Lever

Why Sentry Credit?

After 30 years in the debt resolutions space, Sentry Credit began our most exciting chapter yet by joining the TrueML family in 2025. Now, our story continues as we expand our team beyond Everett, WA and into Lenexa, KS; where we can partner more closely with TrueAccord as we revolutionize the debt resolution industry.

What You'll Do::

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Drive Consumer Engagement: Manage a consistent flow of calls, guiding conversations to help individuals resolve outstanding account balances

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Negotiate & Problem-Solve: Partner with consumers to understand their financial circumstances, uncover their needs, and negotiate viable repayment plans.

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Master Multi-System Navigation: Toggle between various software platforms and screens to provide real-time updates and efficient service

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Maintain Accurate Records: Document all communications and account activities across multiple digital channels

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Champion Our Mission: Uphold high standards of quality and compliance, embodying our empathetic approach to debt recovery.

Who You Are::

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A Communicator & Negotiator: You have strong verbal and written communication skills and know how to de-escalate tough situations with empathy and active listening

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Adaptable Learner: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and comfortably navigate new account management systems, evolving policies, and client expectations.

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Solution-Oriented: You look past the surface of a "no" to find a "how."

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Resilient & Composed: You remain calm under pressure, handle rejection with grace, and maintain a professional demeanor in challenging situations

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Meticulously Organized: You have an eye for detail and the ability to manage your time and tasks efficiently

Why You'll Stay::

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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends required

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Recognition & Rewards: Participate in fun monthly contests, performance-based incentives, and team-building events

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Comprehensive Benefits: Access a full package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with a 401(k) plan

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Generous Time Off: Recharge with paid vacation and personal time off (PTO)

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Career Pathing: Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth within the collections and Fintech industry

Qualifications::

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High school diploma or GED required

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1 year of experience in customer service, contact centers, collections, or a related client-facing role 

Compensation:

In addition to monthly contests & various incentives (individual and/or team) those on our 3rd Party Collector Team also earn COMMISSION (UNCAPPED) in addition to their hourly pay! While commissions are not guaranteed, our top earners have historically made $2,000 to 3,000 (or more) per month!

Perks & Benefits

Flexible vacation

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Traditional/Roth retirement savings options

Company-paid disability and life insurance

Flexible Spending Account & Limited FSA

Family-friendly parental leave, volunteer and voting time off

On-demand wellness platform access for you and 5 friends and family

PerkSpot discount program for 900+ merchants nationwide

Onsite Work & Physical Requirements

This is an onsite position based in our local office and regular,  in-person attendance is an essential function of the role. The position requires collaboration, participation in in-person meetings, access to office resources, and partnership with cross-functional teams.

This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment and involves computer-based work, including extended periods working at a computer, using standard office technology, and communicating through verbal, written, and digital channels. The role may require moving throughout the office and occasionally lifting or moving office materials up to <10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Such roles may require occasional flexibility outside of standard business hours to support business needs, cross-time-zone collaboration, or key meetings. Occasional local and/or international travel may also be required.

Personally Identifying Information 

We collect personal information for employment purposes. We do not sell personal information. Most of the information we have is provided to us by you and/or collected as part of the employment process. For more details on how we use, share, and delete personal information see our Privacy Policy.

Dedication to Diversity & Inclusion 

We are  an equal opportunity employer. We promote, value, and thrive with a diverse and inclusive team. Different perspectives contribute to better solutions and this makes us stronger every day. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected characteristics.

Source: Trueml careers (Lever)

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