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Loan Recovery Officer

Honolulu, HI ยท On-site

$56K - $72K/yr

Strong reporting and data analysis skills, including the ability to prepare portfolio, recovery, vendor performance, and productivity reports * Ability to analyze account-level financial information ...

Account Manager

Medford, MA ยท On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

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  • Retirement

Using internal access to extensive knowledge of the class action portfolio recovery space, provide guidance to clients on upcoming participation opportunities, key industry topics, and best practices ...

Account Manager

Medford, MA ยท Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

Using internal access to extensive knowledge of the class action portfolio recovery space, provide guidance to clients on upcoming participation opportunities, key industry topics, and best practices ...

Portfolio Analyst

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The Portfolio Analyst supports the Asset Recovery, Collections, and Charge-Off departments at Connexus Credit Union. This role is responsible for aggregating and analyzing portfolio performance data ...

Portfolio Analyst

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The Portfolio Analyst supports the Asset Recovery, Collections, and Charge-Off departments at Connexus Credit Union. This role is responsible for aggregating and analyzing portfolio performance data ...

Account Manager

Medford, MA ยท On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Using internal access to extensive knowledge of the class action portfolio recovery space, provide guidance to clients on upcoming participation opportunities, key industry topics, and best practices ...

Monitor project health across multiple programs and implement portfolio recovery strategies where necessary. * Lead executive project reviews. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout ...

Recovery Specialist

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

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Regularly handles a partial skip claim portfolio while handling all salvage files * Responsible for the initial review of recovery related Legal issues by facilitating the Allied Legal Referral form ...

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Recovery Specialist

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

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  • Retirement

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Regularly handles a partial skip claim portfolio while handling all salvage files * Responsible for the initial review of recovery related Legal issues by facilitating the Allied Legal Referral form ...

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Post-Recovery Specialist

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

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The Post Recovery Specialist is responsible for handling all aspects of daily post recovery related ... Portfolio Management Maintain and manage a partial skip claim portfolio, while also overseeing all ...

Post-Recovery Specialist

Carmel, IN

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

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The Post Recovery Specialist is responsible for handling all aspects of daily post recovery related ... Portfolio Management Maintain and manage a partial skip claim portfolio, while also overseeing all ...

Portfolio Manager

Fresno, CA ยท On-site

$74K - $104K/yr

The Portfolio Manager manages borrower relationships, conducts financial analysis, completes the ... Coordinate and manage loan recovery efforts, including proper reporting of loan write-offs ...

The Portfolio Manager manages borrower relationships, conducts financial analysis, completes the ... Coordinate and manage loan recovery efforts, including proper reporting of loan write-offs ...

Senior Portfolio Manager

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

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Negotiate with tenants, borrowers and guarantors to arrive at best possible resolutions and recovery. * Prepare and present monthly performance of the assigned portfolio to Executive Leadership Team ...

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How much do portfolio recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for portfolio recovery in the United States is $26.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is portfolio recovery?

Portfolio recovery refers to the process of purchasing and collecting on delinquent or charged-off debt portfolios, usually by specialized companies. These firms buy large groups of defaulted accounts from original creditors at a discount and then attempt to recover as much of the unpaid debt as possible from consumers. The goal is to maximize recovery while staying within legal and ethical guidelines. Portfolio recovery specialists may contact debtors directly, negotiate settlements, or use legal means to collect outstanding balances.

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

To thrive in Portfolio Recovery, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in finance, business, or collections-related fields. Familiarity with collections software, CRM systems, and relevant compliance certifications is often required. Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively engage with clients and resolve outstanding debts. These skills are crucial for maximizing recovery rates while maintaining compliance and positive client relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in portfolio recovery, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in Portfolio Recovery often encounter challenges such as negotiating with reluctant debtors, managing high call volumes, and adhering to strict compliance regulations. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, resilience, and a thorough understanding of legal guidelines governing debt collection. Many teams provide regular training and support to help staff handle difficult conversations and maintain compliance, while technology tools can streamline workflow and reduce stress. Building rapport with customers and staying organized are key to overcoming these challenges and succeeding in Portfolio Recovery.

What is the difference between Portfolio Recovery vs Debt Collector?

AspectPortfolio RecoveryDebt Collector
CredentialsTypically no specific certifications required, but knowledge of collections laws helpsOften no formal certifications, but familiarity with debt collection practices is common
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, handling portfolios of defaulted debts for third-party agenciesField or office-based, contacting debtors to recover overdue payments
Employer & IndustryThird-party debt recovery agencies, financial institutionsDebt collection agencies, financial services companies

Portfolio Recovery specialists focus on managing and recovering debts through structured portfolios, often working with legal and financial tools. Debt collectors typically engage directly with debtors to negotiate payments. While both roles involve debt recovery, Portfolio Recovery emphasizes portfolio management and legal processes, whereas debt collectors focus on direct contact and negotiation.

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What states have the most Portfolio Recovery jobs?

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Infographic showing various Portfolio Recovery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,815 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Financial Services Attorney (Loan Workouts, Restructuring & Recovery)

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

New Orleans, LA โ€ข On-site

$180 - $320/hr

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Financial Services Attorney (Loan Workouts, Restructuring & Recovery)

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP seeks a Service Partner or Junior Partner looking to grow their own business to join its practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with significant experience representing banks, financial institutions, investors, loan servicers, special servicers, and other lenders in distressed credit, loan workout, restructuring, recovery, and enforcement matters.

Portable business is not required. The position offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated institutional clients and support complex lender-focused matters involving distressed loans, troubled borrowers, and recovery strategies.

Practice Description

Hinshawrepresents banks, financial institutions, investors, loan servicers, special servicers, and other creditors in navigating complex distressed credit and recovery matters. Attorneys work closely with clients to evaluate risk, preserve collateral value, maximize recovery opportunities, and develop practical solutions for troubled loans and distressed assets.

The practice advises lenders and servicers throughout the workout and recovery process, including pre-negotiation agreements, forbearance agreements, loan modifications, restructurings, payment plans, collateral negotiations, and other workout strategies. Matters frequently involve distressed loan portfolios, troubled borrowers, default servicing, loss mitigation efforts, and creditor recovery initiatives across a variety of industries and asset classes.

Attorneys regularly counsel clients regarding enforcement remedies, including receiverships, foreclosure actions, UCC Article 9 remedies, collateral disposition strategies, and related litigation. Work often involves collaboration with attorneys across the firm's Litigation, Bankruptcy, Real Estate, and Financial Services practices to address insolvency, distressed asset, and creditor rights matters.

Responsibilities
  • Advise banks, financial institutions, lenders, investors, loan servicers, and special servicers regarding distressed loans and troubled borrower situations.
  • Negotiate and document loan workout agreements, restructurings, forbearance agreements, loan modifications, and payment plans.
  • Analyze, protect, and enhance lender collateral positions.
  • Advise clients regarding loss mitigation strategies, portfolio recovery efforts, and distressed credit management.
  • Counsel lenders and servicers regarding creditor rights, default remedies, and enforcement options.
  • Develop and implement recovery strategies for distressed assets and non-performing loans.
  • Handle matters involving receiverships, foreclosures, and UCC Article 9 remedies.
  • Draft and negotiate complex workout, restructuring, servicing, and enforcement documentation.
  • Partner with servicing, asset management, special assets, and recovery teams to develop practical business-oriented solutions.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to sophisticated institutional lender clients.
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission.
  • Ten or more years of relevant experience.
  • Significant experience representing banks, financial institutions, lenders, investors, loan servicers, special servicers, or other creditors.
  • Demonstrated experience advising lenders and loan servicers regarding distressed loans, troubled borrowers, default servicing matters, loss mitigation strategies, and recovery initiatives.
  • Experience negotiating, documenting, and understanding:
    • Loan workouts
    • Loan restructurings
    • Forbearance agreements
    • Loan modifications
    • Payment plans
    • Collateral negotiations and enhancements
    • Pooling and Servicing Agreements
  • Experience managing distressed loan portfolios and counseling clients regarding recovery strategies, creditor rights, and enforcement options.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Complex Chapter 11 Cases
    • Sub-Chapter V Bankruptcy Cases
    • Receiverships
    • Foreclosures
    • UCC Article 9 remedies
    • Collateral disposition strategies
    • Asset recovery and enforcement proceedings
  • Experience collaborating with loan servicing, asset management, special assets, workout, and recovery teams.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
  • Ability to manage matters independently while serving as a trusted advisor to sophisticated financial institution clients.
Preferred Experience
  • Representation of major financial institutions, national lenders, loan servicers, or servicing platforms.
  • Experience supporting special assets groups and recovery teams.
  • Experience with commercial real estate loans, portfolio loans, distressed assets, and non-performing loans.
  • Familiarity with loan servicing operations, borrower negotiations, and portfolio recovery strategies.
Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a lender-focused practice and understands the business, operational, and risk management objectives of sophisticated financial institutions. Experience representing major banks, financial institutions, investors, loan servicers, special servicers, or other creditors is strongly preferred.

This opportunity is intended for attorneys whose experience has been concentrated on representing lenders and creditors. Candidates whose practices are primarily focused on representing debtors, borrowers, bankruptcy estates, trustees, or other parties adverse to financial institutions, particularly those seeking to transition substantial borrower-side client relationships, are unlikely to be a strong fit for this role.

Relevant Experience Areas
  • Bankruptcy
  • Loan Workouts
  • Distressed Credit
  • Troubled Borrowers
  • Creditor Rights
  • Financial Institutions
  • Loan Servicing
  • Special Servicing
  • Commercial Lending
  • Loan Restructuring
  • Forbearance Agreements
  • Collateral Negotiation
  • Payment Plans
  • Receiverships
  • Foreclosures
  • UCC Article 9 Remedies
  • Asset Recovery
  • Default Servicing
  • Special Assets
  • Enforcement Actions
  • Banking & Financial Services

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced litigator seeking greater responsibility, expanded client exposure, and a long-term career path with a growing national practice.

As an EOE/AA employer, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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