Lauren Morris
Collections Agent
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About
Results-driven and customer-focused Collections Agent with experience managing overdue accounts, negotiating payment arrangements, and maintaining positive customer relationships. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving, with the ability to meet collection targets while adhering to company policies and regulatory requirements. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in maintaining accurate records and handling sensitive customer information with professionalism and confidentiality.
Experience
Collections Agent - RCS
(2015-02 - 2018-02)
- Managed collections for retail credit accounts including Game, Makro, Dion Wired, and Sunglass Hut.
- Contacted customers regarding overdue accounts and negotiated payment arrangements.
- Collected outstanding debt while maintaining professional customer service.
- Updated customer account records and payment information accurately.
- Worked towards monthly collections and recovery targets.
- Handled customer queries and resolved account-related issues in line with company policies.
Customer Service Agent - Teleperformance
(2018-03 - 2018-10)
Pre-Legal Agent/Collections Agent - HomeChoice SA
(2018-11 - 2023-10)
- Managed pre-legal collections on overdue HomeChoice and FinChoice customer accounts.
- Contacted customers regarding outstanding balances and negotiated suitable payment arrangements.
- Assisted customers with account settlements and payment solutions to reduce arrears.
- Followed pre-legal collection processes while maintaining compliance with company policies.
- Reviewed account histories, updated customer information, and recorded collection activities accurately.
- Handled customer queries and provided professional support while working towards recovery targets.
- Worked towards monthly collection targets and reduced outstanding debt.
Collections Agent - Virgin Active South Africa
(2023-10 - 2026-04)
A hardworking and enthusiastic individual seeking an opportunity to apply my skills, develop my experience, and contribute to a successful team. I am a quick learner with strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
- Managed member account collections and followed up on outstanding payments.
- Contacted clients regarding overdue balances while maintaining professional customer service.
- Updated account records and assisted with payment arrangements and queries.
- Worked with internal teams to resolve billing issues and improve account recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of customer interactions and payment statuses.
Education
Grade 12 (Matric) - Malibu Secondary School (2013)
Marketing Management Diploma - Marketing Management - College SA (2015)