At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.
We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
We are looking for Historic Debt Resolution Specialist who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”.
Purpose of this role
The Historic Debt Resolution Specialist is responsible for recovering long‑outstanding, disputed, or complex debt within BUUK’s construction function. This role will work behind the scenes of the credit control department to recover aged debt, working with internal stakeholders to understand and resolve debt disputes.
Your key responsibilities are
Investigate, prioritise, and recover aged or disputed debts.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal project managers, sales managers, designers, and credit controllers to understand and resolve issues behind non-payment.
Contribute to the strengthening of credit control and debt governance across the organisation.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on recovery progress, risks, and opportunities.
Experience/Knowledge
Sound working knowledge of MS products.
Construction or Utilities sector experience.
Abilities/Skills
Persistent, organised, and able to manage a large portfolio of work.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Able to challenge constructively while preserving relationships.
Comfortable working independently and owning recovery outcomes.
Desirable
Understanding of construction-based contracts.
What can you expect from us
Cost of living annual pay review.
Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax).
Hybrid working for eligible roles.
Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.
BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.
Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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