Equidebt was founded in 1992 to deliver a debt recovery service to the consumer Financial Services sector based upon a highly ethical approach. At the time, there was a gap in the market for such a service and, today, it still provides the company with a major differentiator. Since then it has established itself as a leading debt collection services provider, offering services including contingency based collections, debt purchase and trace.
The business focus is on collecting consumer financial debt either as a purchaser of debt or with the company’s client being the original creditor. As a result of this sector focus, Equidebt, with over £1bn of finance sector debt under management or ownership, stands out in terms of sector specific processes and knowledge.
In 2005, the company received further investment from RJD Partners. Mid way through 2006, Equidebt acquired specialist tracing firm ECI, enabling us to provide our clients with fast, cost effective investigation solutions. In December 2007 further private equity investment came from Patron Capital.
Equidebt continues to lead the market in taking an ethical approach to debt collection and has a strong relationship with all the relevant consumer and regulatory bodies. The approach employed by Equidebt is highly valued by its clients as it delivers brand integrity protection and this is underpinned by Equidebt being subject to regular and rigorous audits by our clients. The successful candidate will have some experience of audit work from the planning stages onwards, preferably with consumer finance background and will perform the following key tasks:
- Develop schedule of audit reviews.
- Prepare and agree terms of reference.
- Complete fieldwork.
- Identify risks and introduce appropriate and effective control management.
- Conduct debrief meetings.
- Draft assignment reports and recommendations.
- Monitor and report on implementation of agreed action and process improvement plans.
- Maintain The Group Risk register.
- Ad hoc risk and fraud assessments.
Specific Skills Required
- Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of risk based audit techniques, corporate governance and internal control systems.
- Microsoft Office generally; particular emphasis on Excel.
Personal Requirements
- Assessed on the basis of positive attitude, ability to execute the role and a track record of successfully using initiative to improve businesses.
- Ambitious person able to participate in the development of the Company.
- Ability to work well under pressure and to exacting deadlines.
Management Capabilities
- A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships.
- A proactive, commercially sensitive approach to problem solving and delivering solutions.
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients at all levels to effect and influence appropriate change.
The company is based in modern, purpose-built offices in Wellesbourne, Near Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire.