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Holt Group

Legal Collections Supervisor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Additionally, the Legal Collections Supervisor creates and maintains monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports related to the outside collections, risk and bad debt. The incumbent in this position is ...

RSi

Legal Collections Clerk

$15 - $17/hr

Remote Legal Collections Clerk Pay Range: $15-$17 per hour+ Potential Bonus | Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 hours per day | Location: Remote Work Where Excellence is Recognized At RSi, we've proudly ...

Penske

Credit & Collections Legal Analyst

Reading, PA · On-site

The Collections Recovery Analyst is responsible for managing and supporting the legal collections process by acting as a central liaison among the law firm, Penske's collection and field teams. This ...

Aldridge Pite Haan

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Collections Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Aldridge Pite Haan is a multi-state law firm handling legal collections. We are currently hiring for our call center. Daily responsibilities include: * Making/receiving 125 calls daily * negotiating ...

Radius Global Solutions LLC

Collections Agent

Ramsey, NJ · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Review accounts to be recommended for Legal referral. * Participate in regular meetings and ... Previous collections, customer service, sales, or telemarketing experience required. * Regular ...

Buckles & Buckles

Collections Specialist

Troy, MI · On-site

$18/hr

Debt Collector - Legal Collections Department Full-Time | Onsite | Performance-Based Role Compensation: $18.00 per hour + uncapped commission potential About the Role As a Debt Collector , you will ...

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How much do legal collections jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal collections in the United States is $20.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are legal collections?

Legal collections refer to the process of recovering unpaid debts through legal means, often involving court actions or legal proceedings. Professionals in legal collections work to collect overdue payments by adhering to the law, which may include filing lawsuits, obtaining judgments, and enforcing those judgments through methods like wage garnishment or property liens. Their role is to ensure that creditors are paid while complying with regulations such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Legal collections specialists often collaborate with attorneys and utilize legal documentation to support their claims. This field requires knowledge of debt collection laws and strong negotiation skills.

What are some common challenges faced in a Legal Collections role, and how can they be addressed?

Legal Collections professionals often encounter challenges such as handling difficult debtor conversations, navigating complex regulatory requirements, and managing large caseloads efficiently. Addressing these challenges involves developing strong negotiation and communication skills, staying up-to-date with relevant laws and compliance standards, and leveraging case management software to stay organized. Working closely with legal teams and maintaining a professional, empathetic approach can also help resolve disputes and achieve positive outcomes.

What is the difference between Legal Collections vs Debt Collector?

AspectLegal CollectionsDebt Collector
Required CredentialsKnowledge of legal processes, sometimes legal or collections certificationsBasic understanding of debt collection laws, often no formal certification
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, or specialized collections agenciesDebt collection agencies, call centers, or financial institutions
Employer & Industry UsageLegal and financial sectors, often involving legal actionFinancial services, credit companies, and third-party collections
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding legal procedures in debt recoveryGeneral debt collection practices and roles

Legal Collections professionals focus on recovering debts through legal channels, often involving legal knowledge and procedures. Debt Collectors handle the initial stages of debt recovery, primarily through communication and negotiation. While both roles aim to recover owed money, Legal Collections typically require legal understanding and work within legal frameworks, whereas Debt Collectors focus on direct contact and negotiation with debtors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Legal Collections, and why are they important?

To thrive in Legal Collections, you need a solid understanding of debt collection laws, negotiation techniques, and often a background in finance or legal studies. Familiarity with collection management software, legal databases, and compliance reporting systems is typically required. Strong communication, persistence, and attention to detail are critical soft skills for effective client interactions and case management. These abilities ensure legal compliance, maximize recovery rates, and maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
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Infographic showing various Legal Collections job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 35% Full Time, 56% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,811 per year, or $20.6 per hour.
Legal Collections Specialist

Legal Collections Specialist

Zurich Insurance Group

Schaumburg, IL • On-site

$18.25 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Zurich is currently looking for a Legal Collections Specialist to work out of our North American headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.
The Legal Collections Specialist performs complex finance operations tasks and monitor the day-to-day relationships between the Organization and suppliers to ensure financial goals are being met and third-party vendors operate in compliance with required policies and procedures. May perform collections and receivables management duties for the more complex accounts referred to special collections, including bankruptcies on accounts designated as legal collections.
Additional responsibilities will include:
  • Perform as an initial point of escalation for Finance Operations Associate providing technical guidance and work direction
  • Respond to internal and external client's inquiries by providing technical advice in a professional, timely and accurate manner in complex situations
  • Proactively analyze performance of key performance indicators and communicate status and issues to management
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the customer's needs, reviews process and procedures; recommend and implement continuous improvement
  • Lead and collaborate on moderately complex ad hoc projects

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area
    OR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area
    OR
  • Certified Zurich Insurance Apprentice, including Associates Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area
    AND
  • Knowledge of financial (debt ?) collections practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of accounting standards and practice

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong verbal and written and communication skills
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills
  • Insurance industry experience

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The proposed Salary range for this position is $71,100.00 - $116,500.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]
Why Zurich?
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.
Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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