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Debt Settlement Agent Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Operations Associate, Private Debt

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$72K - $130K/yr

Lead daily trade activity by contributing to the settlement of Primary and Secondary trades with ... Coordinate with agent banks on a regular basis - resolution of trade discrepancies, timing of trade ...

(Senior) Operations Associate

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

This position supports the end-to-end processing of private debt and loan transactions while ... Partner with agent banks, trustees, custodians, and internal teams to investigate and resolve ...

Right of Way Agent

Dayton, OH ยท On-site

$27 - $36.50/hr

Responsible for claim settlement where client's activities incur damage to property * Prepares ... Student Debt Retirement Match * Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the ...

Loan Closing Operations Analyst

Tempe, AZ ยท Hybrid

$69K - $87K/yr

... and servicing teams, agent banks, investors, issuing banks, syndications teams, and other ... settlement platforms such as OVS, ACBS, Loan IQ, ClearPar, SyndTrak, Intralinks, or Debt Domain ...

Loan Closing Operations Analyst

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$69K - $87K/yr

... and servicing teams, agent banks, investors, issuing banks, syndications teams, and other ... settlement platforms such as OVS, ACBS, Loan IQ, ClearPar, SyndTrak, Intralinks, or Debt Domain ...

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How much do debt settlement agent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for debt settlement agent in the United States is $66,913.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a debt settlement agent?

Debt Settlement Agents are professionals who negotiate with creditors on behalf of individuals or businesses to reduce the total amount of outstanding unsecured debt. They work with clients who are struggling to pay off debts such as credit card balances, medical bills, or personal loans. The agent seeks to reach an agreement where the creditor accepts a lump-sum payment that is less than the full amount owed, helping clients avoid bankruptcy and get out of debt more quickly. Debt Settlement Agents usually charge fees for their services, which are often based on the amount of debt settled or the savings achieved. It's important to research and choose a reputable agency, as not all creditors are willing to negotiate and there may be risks involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a debt settlement agent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Debt Settlement Agent, you need a solid understanding of financial products, debt management strategies, and relevant regulations, often supported by experience in finance or collections. Familiarity with CRM software, negotiation tools, and telecommunication systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help build trust and effectively negotiate with creditors and clients. These abilities are crucial for achieving successful settlements, maintaining compliance, and delivering positive outcomes for clients facing financial hardship.

What are some of the main challenges debt settlement agents face when negotiating with creditors, and how can they overcome them?

Debt Settlement Agents often encounter challenges such as uncooperative creditors, strict settlement guidelines, and clients' financial limitations. Successfully navigating these obstacles requires strong negotiation skills, persistence, and a deep understanding of both creditor policies and client situations. Agents can overcome these challenges by building rapport with creditors, staying informed about industry trends, and maintaining clear, honest communication with clients to set realistic expectations throughout the settlement process.

What is the difference between Debt Settlement Agent vs Debt Collector?

AspectDebt Settlement AgentDebt Collector
CredentialsMay require licensing or certification depending on stateTypically no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentWorks with clients to negotiate debt reductionsContacts debtors to recover owed funds
Industry UsageUsed in debt relief and settlement servicesUsed in debt recovery and collections
Primary FocusNegotiating debt reductions for clientsRecovering owed money on behalf of creditors

While both roles involve dealing with debts, a Debt Settlement Agent focuses on negotiating reductions for clients, whereas a Debt Collector aims to recover owed funds for creditors. Their work environments, credentials, and industry usage differ, making each role distinct in the debt management industry.

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Infographic showing various Debt Settlement Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,913 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

Head of Treasury Debt Financing

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

New York, NY โ€ข On-site

$375K - $440K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

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Job description

CompanyFederal Reserve Bank of New YorkWhen you work at the New York Fed, you have the opportunity to make an impact in our communities and across the nation. Our mission-driven, curious, and dedicated colleagues apply their diverse perspectives and unique talents to support the strength of the U.S. economy and stability of the global financial system. At the Bank, we work full-time onsite with our teams. We believe being physically together allows us to draw on our collective strengths, while recognizing that the ability to work flexibly from time to time remains important to achieving our mission.

Our Unique Work:

The Markets Group of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (FRBNY) implements monetary policy, collects market intelligence, and analyzes financial market developments on behalf of the Federal Reserve System, executes lender of last resort operations for depository institutions in the Second District, provides banking and custody services to foreign central banks, and acts as fiscal agent for the U.S. Treasury.

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York seeks an enterprise leader to serve as the Head of Treasury Debt Financing (TDF) -a critical function that executes Treasury auctions and settlement activities as fiscal agent to the U.S. Treasury Department. Reporting directly to the Head of the Markets Group, you will lead a team stewarding one of the most vital operational relationships in the U.S. financial system by leading the execution of Treasury auctions and all auction settlement activities, including delivering analytical support, as fiscal agent to the U.S. Treasury Department.

HowYou'llMake an Impact as the Head of Treasury Debt Financing (TDF):

You will provide oversight and leadership of the Treasury auction business, including strategically implementing policy as directed by the U.S. Department of Treasury, provide strategic guidance on operations and risk management, and be a key partner with the Markets Group Head on strengthening stakeholder engagement across the Bank, System, U.S. Department of Treasury and Bureau of Fiscal Service. TDF maintains operating locations in New York City and Chicago, Illinois.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the Treasury auction services provided to the U.S. Treasury as fiscal agent, while serving as primary contact for all requests and issues.

  • Coach and mentor current and emerging leaders while establishing clear accountability and empowering decision-making at all levels.

  • Oversee the development of analysis, providing strategic guidance derived from internal and external stakeholder engagement as needed.

  • Provide thought leadership regarding business-relevant policy themes and identify strategic issues for analytical and policy focus.

  • Provide direction and understand the impact of technological innovation to the Treasury debt financing platform to promote improvements in the execution and resiliency of operations and analysis.

  • Effectively manage relationships with senior stakeholders at Treasury and across the Federal Reserve System, including the Treasury Relations Support Office, Federal Reserve Financial Services, and System Committees to drive business outcomes and formulate an enterprise approach for fiscal agent engagement and execution.

  • Collaborate closely with the Treasury and Bureau of the Fiscal Service leadership to influence strategic decision-making for the business line that considers market developments, evolving financing needs, customers, and overall business risk profile.

  • Serve as the primary strategic liaison between the Federal Reserve System Treasury Support (TRSO), the Board, and cross-functional business lines across Markets and the FRBNY, driving proactive collaboration to assess, forecast, and communicate the fiscal impact and overall scope of emerging Treasury initiatives that shape organizational priorities.

The Unique Skill SetsWe'reLooking For:

  • Extensive experience leading high-performing, diverse teams of subject matter experts and people leaders.

  • Experience successful managing complex projects or change initiatives with proven ability to deliver on time and on budget.

  • Demonstrated leadership in portfolio management, policy implementation, operational execution and risk management, as well as relationship management.

  • High aptitude and foresight to anticipate complex and sensitive business issues and effectively partner with senior leaders across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement proactive strategies and solutions.

  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and influence skills with the ability to garner support for new business initiatives and strategies.

  • Experience in directing the alignment of resources in support of the long-term strategic plan for the business and the Group.

Other Things to Know:

Salary Range:

NY Salary Range: $375000 - $440000 / year

Chicago Salary Range: $330000 - $387000 / year

We believe in transparency at the New York Fed. This salary range reflects a variety of skills and experiences candidates may bring to the job. We pay individuals along this range based on their unique backgrounds. Whether you're stretching into the job or are a more seasoned candidate, we aim to pay competitively for your contributions.

How We'll Support You:

Our programs and benefits are designed to support you through all your life stages:

  • Learning & Growing: Educational assistance, career development tools, and stretch opportunities

  • Supporting Your Family: Parental leave, adoption assistance, back-up dependent and elder care, college planning resources, and more

  • Managing Your Health: Comprehensive insurance plans, leave policies, onsite Health & Wellness Center, and onsite Fitness Center

  • Optimizing Your Finances: Pension plan, 401(k) with generous match, financial planning resources, and subsidized public transportation program

Our Culture is deeply grounded in our Touchstone Behaviors- By working with us, you'll have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate your ability to Communicate Authentically, Collaborate Inclusively, Drive Progress, Develop Others, and Take Ownership. These competencies shape our culture here at the Bank. They also provide a shared language for how we work together and achieve success and set clear expectations for leading with impact at every stage of your career. Learn more.

Apply now if you're ready to join us in strengthening the U.S. economy together. Want to consider our other opportunities? Click here to see all our open roles.

The New York Fed expects its employees to perform their duties with honesty, integrity, and impartiality, and without improper preferential treatment of any person. Learn more about our code of conduct and conflicts of interest rules.

We value accessibility for all candidates and are happy to provide an accommodation or assistance. Please email us at ny.leaves@ny.frb.org and we'll be glad to help. Please note, this is a dedicated e-mail box designed exclusively to assist applications with accommodation requests in relation to our recruiting process. All other inquiries, including the status of applications, will not receive a response from this e-mail box.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, performance standards or requirements, efforts, skills or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.

This position requires access to Treasury sensitive information and is therefore limited to individuals who are U.S. Citizens and who must undergo an enhanced background screening.

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