Bankruptcy Specialist I (On-Site)
Who We Are
At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.
Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.
Primary Function
The Bankruptcy Case Manager I must be organized and detail-oriented to handle bankruptcy accounts. Through analysis, review, and referral, accounts will be statused and monitored to ensure maximum recovery within the parameters of the bankruptcy case.
Principal Duties
- Receive, update and review bankruptcy information daily.
- Research accounts using PACER (bankruptcy database), AIS, trustee sites and other outside systems as well as internal systems.
- Prepare and file Proofs of Claim and Transfers of Claim with the bankruptcy courts by scheduled deadline.
- Ensure that pre-and post-petition payment tracking is set up correctly in the ILS system.
- Receive and document all systems as to any bankruptcy correspondence received pertaining to the collateral.
- Monitor accounts for payments in accordance with the bankruptcy plan to include trustee and post-petition payments.
- Contact trustee, debtor’s attorney, or debtor (when appropriate) to facilitate timely pre- and post-petition payments.
- Identify any issues that qualify for any legal action to include plan objections, claim objections, motions for relief and adversaries.
- Work closely with the Bankruptcy Litigation and Foreclosure and Loss Mitigation teams to ensure proper treatment of our account in the bankruptcy case.
- Perform discharge reviews to determine any lien release requirements, accounting adjustments, and/or collection restrictions that are appropriate post-bankruptcy.
- Assist on any special projects assigned by management.
- Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Associates Degree Preferred
- 0-2 years of related experience.
- Background in bankruptcy preferred but not required.
- Any legal background would be beneficial.
Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task in an environment of frequently changing priorities by maintaining a daily work list in addition to special projects.
- Excellent work ethic and exceptional attention to detail.
- Good computer and internet skills
Additional Information:
While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.
All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.
Why Newrez
We’re a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.
Company Benefits:
We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave
Adoption Assistance
Tuition & Certification reimbursement
Employee Mortgage Loan Program
The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships
Newrez NOW:
Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you’ll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.
1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)
Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000
Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities
More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020
1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.