We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bankruptcy Coordinator to manage the end-to-end legal and administrative processes related to customer bankruptcy filings. In this full-time remote role, you will serve as the primary point of contact between the company, legal counsel, and bankruptcy courts to ensure our interests are protected and all regulatory requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities:
Case Management: Monitor and track bankruptcy notifications (Chapter 7, 11, and 13) from initial filing through discharge or dismissal.
Documentation: Prepare and file Proof of Claims (POC), Reaffirmation Agreements, and Motions for Relief in a timely and accurate manner.
Account Maintenance: Update internal systems to restrict collections activity, adjust interest rates, and flag accounts in compliance with the automatic stay.
Communication: Coordinate with outside counsel, bankruptcy trustees, and debtors' attorneys to negotiate payment plans and resolve outstanding issues.
Financial Oversight: Monitor Chapter 13 trustee payments and ensure funds are applied correctly to customer accounts.
Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state bankruptcy laws to ensure all actions remain in full legal compliance.
- Operational Support: Perform other administrative duties as assigned, including supporting post-charge-off recovery functions and general portfolio maintenance.
Key Requirements:
Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in bankruptcy processing, legal clerking, or debt recovery.
Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of U.S. Bankruptcy Code (specifically Chapters 7 and 13).
Technical Skills: Proficiency with bankruptcy software (e.g., PACER, NDC) and standard office suites (Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace).
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for professional correspondence with legal entities.
Remote Setup: Ability to work independently in a remote environment with a high degree of self-motivation and a secure home office setup.
We’ve been made aware of individuals falsely claiming to represent Lendbuzz using lookalike email addresses (eg @lendbuzzcareers.com). Please note that all legitimate emails from our team come from @lendbuzz.com. We will never ask for sensitive information or conduct interviews via messaging apps.
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