Bilingual Pre-Delinquency Call Center Specialist (inbound / outbound calls)

This is for a night shift 1pm to 9pmWe are seeking high-performing level 5 employees to join our expanding Pre-Delinquency call center team (inbound / outbound calls). This is a cross-Canada remote role.Agents will lead complex conversations with customers to understand their complete financial situation and deploy tailored debt repayment offers. This includes educating customers who may not fully understand their financial situation. Agents will be expected to make sound credit decisions for BMO and select the appropriate treatment plan to improve customer financial health (e.g., balance pay-down, FICO score increases).Employees must have a solid understanding of credit products (e.g., credit cards, PLOC, PLP), and the ability to interpret customer data (e.g., credit bureau reports, FICO stores) and leverage it to guide decision making. Strong interpersonal and discovery skills (i.e., getting customers comfortable to share personal information) are critical. Agents must be able to handle objections and adapt beyond call scripts when needed. Attention to detail is important for tasks like reading regulatory scripts and ensuring proper documentation. ALD certification is a plus, although agents will receive training if needed to become certified.Delivers exceptional customer service that builds trust through expertise, responsive service and support.Develops rapport and instils confidence with clients in order to develop credibility and earn their trust as relationship manager.Develops and maintains long-term, profitable relationships and expands share of wallet.Addresses the more complex escalated customer requests and transactions.Contacts the customer to obtain the necessary information to manage their application (as required) ensuring the customer is aware at all times of the status/result of the present and future payments.Executes established loss mitigation processes/procedures for the resolution of non-performing and high risk accounts.Handles incoming calls in an informed, professional, and efficient manner.Probes to understand customer needs and provides advice related to payments and overall collections strategies in the best interests of the customer.Sends out client communications, processes transactions and interacts with internal stakeholders to ensure customer needs are met.Integrates marketing promotions and programs into customer conversations as appropriate.Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.Develops action plans and solutions to maximize recovery and safeguard the Bank’s interests.Establishes expertise with Consumer Collections personnel as a key support contact/resource/coach with proficiency and tools to assist departments in achieving goals.Utilizes strong negotiation skills and interpersonal skills, while adhering to all applicable guidelines, requirements and regulations.Reviews accounts and analyzes data and information to determine the probability of collection; provide insights and recommendations.Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.Develops and executes short term tactics/plans to drive specific behaviours, activities, and results.Manages all transactions related to customer calls or refers to appropriate internal business groups.Escalates complex or unresolved customer situations to managers as required.Completes required documentation to ensure customer’s requests are accurately processed.Integrates information from multiple sources to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis and/or streamlined reporting.Leads/participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes.Supports the development and promotion of a business/group program.Identifies business needs, designs/develops tools and training programs; may include delivery of training to audiences.Collaborates in efficient functioning of collections life cycle. Includes participating in the execution of established loss mitigation solutions for the successful resolution of non-performing and high risk accounts. Solutions range from various loan modification options to liquidation for borrowers with delinquent and high risk loans in order to offer default / foreclosure alternatives and minimize losses.Delivers exceptional customer service that builds trust through expertise, responsive service and support.Follows documented policies and procedures to execute transactions, activities and processes.Keeps abreast of needs of the Collections departments. Identifies and makes referrals to other business groups as needed.Maintains current knowledge of collections strategies, practices, and trends and integrates into customer conversations in a professional manner.Maintains the confidentiality of customer and Bank information.Supports continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing changes to make processes more effective and efficient.Develops and maintains awareness of industry trends and best practices and the regulatory environment as it relates to collections products and services.Focus may be on a business/group.Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.Works mostly independently.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Qualifications:Typically between 3 - 5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge of Credit Qualifications and associated credit knowledge and skills according to the established qualification standards.Knowledge of federal, state/provincial and local laws pertaining to Consumer Collections and functional area - Good.Knowledge of BMO products and services - Good.Knowledge of competitive marketplace and trends in product offerings.Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.Influence skills - In-depth.Delivers exceptional service to BMO customers and prospects. Identifies customer needs and provides advice and guidance regarding financial solutions that are in the best interests of customers. Works collaboratively within the branch and through various channels with BMO partners to deliver the desired customer experience and achieve overall business objectives.Takes a lead in proactively engaging with existing customers and prospects by providing needs-based assessments to grow loyalty and identify immediate / future opportunities.Engages customers to complete needs assessments that identify financial solutions and preferred banking channels while recommending tailored solutions addressing both sales and service needs (e.g. everyday banking, retail investments, lending solutions, home financing (including business-for-self applications)), and small business solutions).Offers clients advice and guidance on available digital and self-serve options with the goal of making banking easy, simple, and fast.Supports customer transactions needs based on customer traffic.Engages customers to grow BMO’s business by reaching out, generating appointments, and building new relationships within the community.Addresses questions and resolves issues raised through consumer credit audits and quality checks to ensure accurate data entry and lending application recommendations in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and lending policies and processes.Applies the risk management framework to the portfolio to protect the Bank's assets and maintain the quality of the lending portfolio in compliance with requirements for the lending process and established yield, quality, diversification, and risk guidelines.Makes credit recommendations for personal lending transactions, including home financing, in accordance with sound credit granting principles and with the Bank’s policies and procedures.Acts as a key member of a collaborative and versatile branch and market team.Probes to understand customer personal banking and credit card needs and integrates marketing promotions and programs into customer conversations to provide strategic advice.Organizes work information to ensure accuracy and completeness.Takes the initiative to find creative approaches that make each customer’s experience feel personal.Looks for ways to contribute to the ongoing improvement of the overall customer experience.Contributes to business results and the overall experience delivered.May work at multiple branches or through various channels based on market needs; work schedule may differ from week to week in terms of days worked, hours, and shifts.Follows through on risk and compliance processes and policies to ensure we safeguard our customers’ assets, maintain their privacy, and act in their best interest.Keeps current with the wider financial services marketplace, the legal and regulatory environment, and our commitment to uphold the highest ethical requirements of our industry.Maintains current knowledge of personal banking products, practices, and trends and integrates into customer conversations.Identifies and reports suspicious patterns of activity that are suspected to be related to money laundering.Complies with legal and regulatory requirements for the jurisdiction.Protects the Bank's assets in compliance with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees.Analyzes issues and determines next steps.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.Qualifications:Typically between 2 - 3 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Canada only: Registration to sell investment products completed - as appropriate for the jurisdiction.Appropriate lending qualifications and designations.Working knowledge of personal and small business customer needs and solutions.Working knowledge of retail investments and lending products.Experience in financial services is an asset.Confident and experienced in the use of social media, tablets, Smart phones, online tools, and applications.Experience in a consultative customer service or sales role, with a drive to deliver a personal customer experience.Passionate commitment to helping our customers.Drive to deliver a personal customer experience.A focus on results and the ability to thrive in a consultative sales and team-based environment.Resourceful self-starter with courage and confidence to approach customers.Readiness to collaborate and work in different capacities as part of a team.Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and connections with customers.An aptitude for listening, solving problems, and responding flexibly and creatively to new challenges.Specialized knowledge.Verbal & written communication skills - Good.Organization skills - Good.Collaboration & team skills - Good.Analytical and problem solving skills - Good.U.S. Only: This position will act as an originator of consumer loans as defined by Regulation Z, Regulation G, and the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act (the S.A.F.E. Act). This position will require a Federal registration with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. The Bank will instruct you on the registration requirements needed to comply with this requirement. A criminal background review and credit history evaluation will be required for this position as well as restrictions on performing in a real estate agent capacity.Salary:$41,714.00 - $65,000.00Pay Type:SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-RewardsAbout UsAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/enBMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.