Vacancies at Mogo Finance

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Field Collections & Asset Recovery Manager to lead our last-mile asset recovery operations. This critical role involves managing a team focused on the field collection and recovery of assets, primarily vehicles and motorbikes (boda-bodas), for our offline units. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in investigative functions, particularly within the insurance, auctioneering, or similar challenging recovery environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of field collection and asset recovery specialists, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to company policies and legal guidelines.
• Last-Mile Asset Recovery: Oversee and strategically direct the recovery of vehicles and motorbikes, including complex or problematic cases, ensuring successful retrieval of assets.

Investigative Functions:

• Conduct thorough interviews with potential witnesses and subjects of investigations to gather crucial information.
• Liaise with various governmental and non-governmental agencies to obtain necessary records and documentation during investigations.
• Perform in-depth background research on individuals and companies relevant to ongoing investigations.
• Identify, research, and acquire relevant local and international databases to enhance investigative capabilities.
• Conduct proactive, topic-based research pertinent to the general context of investigations.
• Information & Evidence Security: Ensure the secure management and storage of all information, documents, and evidence related to investigations.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare concise, timely, and accurate reports on all investigative and recovery activities as required.
• Operational Excellence: Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in field collections and asset recovery.

What you will need:

• University degree in Criminology, Investigations, Security management, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Formal training and/or certification in various law enforcement methodologies/fraud examination or investigation.
• Proven experience (minimum 5-7 years) in a similar role within an insurance company, auctioneering firm, or an investigative function specifically dealing with challenging asset recovery or debt collection.
• A background of strong fraud and investigation focus is an added advantage.
• High level of integrity.
• Demonstrated expertise in theories, concepts and approaches relevant to investigations and practical use of investigation techniques.
• Flexibility to work several weeks in the field and to travel to different regions.
• Previous working experience in a financial institution/ Knowledge of banking ]
• Strong coordination, planning and leadership skills including ability to influence Senior Managers by consistent and clear communication.

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Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Leaders, Data Analytics, Accounting, and Financial Control teams to design and lead business controls that ensure optimal operational and cost management practices.
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and projection processes while ensuring alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) for all departments.
• Initiate and manage cross-functional projects to integrate cost control planning into decision-making and address identified risks and operational improvements, including inventory management, contract management, procurement, vendor management, and accounts payable processes.
• Identify and assess operational risks, providing actionable recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Support business teams with data analyses to pinpoint areas for improvement, efficiency enhancements, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Aspirations and ambitions to grow into country’s COO and CFO role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in consulting, audit or similar field.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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What are we looking for?

• We are on the hunt for an Elite Field Collections & Asset Recovery Manager to spearhead our crucial last-mile (offline assets ) field collection operations.
• You will lead and develop a sharp team in the field, specializing in the recovery of vehicles and motorbikes that are in payment arrears for long periods.
• This role is for a true investigative professional with a proven track record in complex recovery scenarios within insurance, auctioneering, or similar sectors.
• If you are an investigative force ready to reclaim assets and expose fraudulent claims, we encourage you to apply

Requirements for the role:

• An investigative ace with 5-7+ years in high-stakes asset recovery or fraud investigation.
• Experienced in tackling challenging cases of missing vehicles and motorbikes.
• A natural leader with outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
• Committed to the highest standards of integrity and discretion.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a valid driver's license, ready for extensive field work.