Collections Representative Jobs

Collections Representative jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail, at every level from entry-level to senior and team lead, with specializations in medical billing, consumer debt, and commercial accounts. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles92
Top stateWisconsin
Top employerMarine Credit Union
Top cityKenosha, WI
Work type49% On-site
Top industryFood

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National Bank of Commerce
Collections Representative
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Collections Representative
National Bank of Commerce
Superior, Wisconsin
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$20 - $30/hr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Progressive Leasing
Remote Collections Representative (AZ, 9/7 Start Date)
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Remote Collections Representative (AZ, 9/7 Start Date)
Progressive Leasing
Glendale, Arizona
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Snap-on
Collections Representative
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Collections Representative
Snap-on
Kenosha, Wisconsin
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Associate's degree in accounting
10,000+

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Cognizant
Patient Customer Service Representative - Collections
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Cognizant
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Patient Customer Service Representative - Collections
Cognizant
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$16 - $19/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Comcast
Representative 1, Credit & Collections
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Comcast
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Representative 1, Credit & Collections
Comcast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Customer Service & Support
$15.00/hr
Remote (US)
High School
10,000+

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Collections Representative Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Marine Credit Union
    Marine Credit Union18
  • Westlake Financial
    Westlake Financial4
  • Stellantis
    Stellantis3
  • Covenant Health
    Covenant Health3
  • Service Corporation International
    Service Corporation International3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Law & Legal Services
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in collections representative jobs.

  • 1-2 years of experience in collections, accounts receivable, or a related customer-facing role
  • Working knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and relevant state regulations
  • Proficiency with collections software platforms and customer relationship management tools
  • Strong verbal communication skills with experience handling difficult or high-volume phone interactions
  • High school diploma or GED required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred by many employers
  • Ability to meet monthly recovery quotas and performance metrics consistently

Tips for Your Collections Representative Job Search

Tailor your resume to collection metrics

Collections employers want to see concrete performance data, so call out your recovery rates, average call volume, and portfolio size in your work history. Vague phrases like 'handled collections calls' get skipped. Numbers get interviews.

Target openings by debt type

Medical, consumer, and commercial collections each have different regulatory environments and skill expectations. Filter your search by industry so you're applying to roles that match what you've actually worked, rather than retraining on the employer's time.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists collections representative openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight FDCPA knowledge on applications

Many applicants skip compliance fluency on their resume because it feels obvious in the field. Listing your working knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act signals to hiring managers that you won't create legal exposure from day one.

Prepare role-specific examples for behavioral questions

Interviewers will ask how you handle a debtor who disputes a balance or becomes hostile. Rehearse two or three real situations with a clear outcome before your interview. Generic answers about 'staying calm' won't separate you from other candidates.

Negotiate using collections-specific benchmarks

When discussing compensation, anchor to the commission structure and bonus thresholds, not just base pay. Ask how performance is measured and what percentage of the team hit their target last quarter, so you understand the realistic earning picture before accepting.

Collections Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most collections representatives?

The companies hiring the most collections representatives right now include Marine Credit Union, Westlake Financial, and Stellantis, with the largest share of openings in Wisconsin, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and third-party collections agencies account for the majority of posted roles.

How many collections representative jobs are remote?

About 51% of collections representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the role's shift toward call-center-style work that travels well to home offices. Consumer debt and medical billing collections tend to have the highest share of remote positions, while commercial and legal collections roles are more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become a collections representative?

Most employers require a high school diploma and strong phone communication skills as a starting point. From there, you build familiarity with collections regulations, particularly the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, through on-the-job training or self-study. Entry-level roles in customer service or accounts receivable give you the call-handling and documentation experience that collections managers look for when hiring.

Can you get a collections representative job with little or no experience?

Yes, many collections employers hire candidates with no direct collections background if you can demonstrate strong communication skills and comfort with high-volume phone work. Customer service, retail, or call center experience transfers well. Employers typically provide paid training on their collections software and compliance requirements, so they're often hiring for temperament and reliability as much as technical knowledge.

What does the collections representative interview process look like?

Most collections interviews start with a phone screen focused on your availability, communication style, and basic familiarity with debt recovery concepts. An in-person or video interview follows, where you'll answer behavioral questions about handling disputes and working under performance targets. Some employers include a brief role-play scenario to see how you handle a resistant debtor before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to collections representative jobs?

You can find and apply to collections representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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