Manager Equipment Finance Recovery

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• 28718
• 10201 Centurion Parkway North
• Jacksonville, Florida
• EF RECOVERY
• Monday - Friday
• 05/15/2025

Overview The Litigation Manager of Equipment Finance Recovery is responsible for the strategy, management and reporting of all post charge off activities related to in-house recovery collections and litigation. This position sets and reviews criteria for which accounts are worked through by the in-house litigation recovery team and litigation attorneys. Reports to the Vice President of Equipment Finance Recovery. Responsibilities General Functions - Manage in-house collection activities, to include determining which accounts are best handled by the in-house team, creating criteria for those accounts to be worked with determination when other collection activities are needed for litigation. Managerial Functions - Assesses daily work for accuracy, process improvements, and efficiencies. Maintains detailed documentation on associate performance and supervisory actions. Manages the performance of assigned staff, including coaching, mentorship, training, and staff evaluations. Maximizes department achievements by providing professional development. Litigation management - Set guidelines for when outside attorneys are utilized. Determine most cost-effective means of placement (hourly, contingent, fee per usage, etc.). Regional vs National approach. Conduct regular meetings with litigation attorneys to review performance, strategies, and continuance of relationships. Including travel for litigation and mediation cases. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Litigation, Bankruptcy and/or Recovery - OR - High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Litigation, Bankruptcy and/or Recovery Required Qualifications

• Prior leadership/management experience
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and understand legal documents
• Experience coordinating with outside counsel, vendors, or third-party partners
• Experience in legal support or litigation-related role (e.g., paralegal, legal assistant, recovery specialist)
• Reporting and/or reporting analysis experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Legal Studies, Business, or related field
• Prior experience working in debt recovery, collections litigation, or financial services
• Paralegal certification or coursework in legal terminology or litigation procedures

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates.

First Citizens Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military membership, application, or obligation, or any other legally protected status. Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act prohibits First Citizens Bank from employing individuals convicted of certain criminal offenses. Offers of employment will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check. The Bank is committed to maintaining a safe workplace free from the influence of prohibited drugs and the misuse of alcohol and will not tolerate any prohibited drug use or alcohol misuse that jeopardizes the safety of associates, customers or others at the workplace, or threatens the Bank's operations or competitiveness.

If you have a disability and need special assistance or accommodation to apply for employment at First Citizens Bank, please contact our Human Resources department at 888.716.7199 or email us at [email protected].