Bankruptcy Associate II

This is a hybrid position requiring time both in the office and working remotely.

Intermediate knowledge of the Bankruptcy laws, FDCPA and CFPB guidelines. Hands on preparation, quality control/validation, and/or filing in any 1-2 of the following key bankruptcy areas:
Proof of Claims, Motions for Relief, Payment Change Notice, Post Petition Fee Notice, Cram down Rebooking, and/or Case Closing in a high volume, fast paced setting.

Solid knowledge of required job skills, company policies and procedures. Proven ability to apply knowledge to a variety of work assignments ranging in difficulty. Knowledge of mortgage industry practices, procedures and processes. Possesses ability to work with department deadlines. Establishes effective professional rapport with both internal & external customers. Effectively manages time, priorities and resources to achieve goals.

• Determine the validity of new BK filings
• Review loan payment histories, escrow and suspense accounts to prepare POC/MFR referral to attorney
• QC/Validate POC/MFR referrals prepared by vendor before sending to counsel
• Monitor bar dates and response deadlines to insure timely filings with the court
• Closely monitor vendor production and quality of work providing multiple daily directives to insure compliance with all investor requirements and court deadlines
• Review cramdown terms for rebooking/objection
• Review PCN/PPFN filings for approval
• Determine correct BK payment application
• Resolve objections, work with attorneys to structure Agreed Order terms
• Set up payment plans on Agreed Orders, monitor for compliance and refer out for NODs, guide vendor with same
• Approve or deny attorney fee request
• Complete docket event review, pencil ledger for payment validation and accuracy of loan history in BK Closing process
• Guide vendor in reviewing, and responding to, attorney inquiries; handle escalated matters personally for immediate resolution
• Utilize Pacer, Aacer, NDC and Ch. 13 Trustee websites in analyzing cases
• Complete docket event review, pencil ledger for payment validation and accuracy of loan history
• Responsible for validating and physically signing legal documents, including declarations, affidavits, and other related documentation.

Education & Professional

Experience:

Typically requires a minimum of 1 year of related work experience. High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Some college and/or mortgage experience a plus. One year customer service experience required.

Leadership/Hierarchy:
Operates effectively under general supervision on routine assignments; receives instructions on new assignments.

Level of Decision Making:
Semi-routine work assignments that sometimes vary outside of established routine. Takes ownership of problems and determines a solution.

Individual/Customer Impact:
Decisions and actions have impact on success of team or department. Scope of work occasionally impacts assigned business area and/or its processes; ability to demonstrate positive impact on customer experience.

Communication:
Proficient in verbal and written form as appropriate for varying audiences; ability to prepare clear written correspondence.

Technical Proficiency:
Demonstrate intermediate computer and software skills necessary for job function. Exposure to mortgage-specific software. Familiarity with Microsoft Office.

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