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Emir Salim Bin Sujak

Emir Salim Bin Sujak

Head Of Collections & Recovery
No !6, Jalan PP 14/4, Taman Putra Perdana , 47130 Puchong, Selangor

Summary

Motivated individual with a strong background in customer service, sales and debt collection. Experienced Recovery Manager with a proven track record of over ten years, leading collections teams to achieve higher revenues and overall success. Performance-driven team player excelling in generating innovative ideas and effectively implementing strategies for long-term organizational success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Head of Collections & Recovery

Koperasi Gemilang Malaysia Berhad
08.2021 - Current
  • Oversee the entire collections and recovery process for delinquent accounts, ensuring timely actions to minimize non-performing loans (NPL).
  • Develop and implement effective collection strategies and policies in alignment with the cooperative's goals and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor the performance of the collections team, providing guidance and training to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Engage with members and borrowers to negotiate settlements and payment plans.
  • Analyze delinquent accounts to identify trends, forecast risks, and suggest improvements to management.
  • Coordinate with external collection agencies or legal counsel as necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with cooperative lending standards and all applicable regulatory frameworks.
  • Set departmental goals, KPIs, and monitor staff performance, providing continuous training and coaching.
  • Collaborate with other departments to enhance the cooperative’s overall financial performance and risk management.
  • Prepare monthly reports detailing recovery progress and make strategic recommendations for improvements.
  • Attend to SKM Tribunal/Courts for legal action proceeding on borrower/member.

Assistant Sales Manager

GAG Auto Sdn Bhd
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • Lead and directed sales team on sales directions, operations and procedures
  • Prepared for and executed new strategy implementations
  • Organized and executed events and marketing programs in promoting sales for Proton cars
  • Market, sales & build customer retention by providing friendly after sales service
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised sales staff
  • Planned sales promotion to achieve monthly sales target
  • Working closely with financial institution in acquiring loans & financial assistance to customers
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to achieve sales target
  • Interacted positively with customers on complaints & after sales service while promoting client brands.

Manager

Midas Surplus Management Sdn Bhd
8 2017 - 8 2018
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff
  • Lead and direct team members on effective methods, operations and procedures
  • Prepared for and executed new strategy implementations
  • Developed, put into practice, and managed business plans to achieve clients' given collection targets.
  • Interacted positively with customers for collections & recovery process while promoting client brands.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Managing 4 banking portfolios, which is:


Hong Leong Bank Berhad (HLBB)

  • Hong Leong Bank Credit Card (NPL & W/Off)
  • Write Off EON Bank Credit Card


United Overseas Bank Berhad (UOB)

  • Credit Card Write Off
  • Easy Cash Write Off
  • Easy Cash NPL


Ambank Berhad

  • Ambank Credit Card (Amcard)
  • Ambank Consumer Loan (Am Consumer)


RCE Marketing Sdn Bhd (Subsidiary of RCE Capital Bhd)

  • Yayasan Ihsan Rakyat (Government Servant Loan)
  • Yayasan Perlis (Government Servant Loan)


Collections & Recovery Team Leader

Express Solutions Sdn. Bhd
3 2007 - 2 2017
  • Implemented collections & recoveries strategies on day to day basis, including setting up collections team target
  • Prepared detailed reports on collections and recoveries activities for client evaluations
  • Assist staff in negotiating & closing settlement payment from customers including providing advice on rescheduling NPL accounts
  • Worked closely with client, attend to their inquiry, reports and meetings.
  • Interviewed, select, trained, mentored, motivate and monitor staff to ensure KPI & target are met according to clients requirement
  • Managing 3 banking portfolios which is:


Ambank Berhad

  • Hire Purchase (AmHP)
  • Credit Card (Amcard)
  • Line of Credit (LOC)
  • Mikro Credit (Am Mikro)
  • Term Loan
  • Housing Loan (Disposed, Loss After Sales)
  • Overdraft (Am OD)


Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad

  • Mortgage Financing (Normal & Shortfall account, Written Off accounts)
  • Hire Purchase Financing ( Written Off and Disposed Accounts)
  • Islamic Credit Cards (Delinquent Accounts & 60 Days Accounts)


Bank Simpanan Nasional

  • BSN Mikro
  • BSN Cards ( NPL, Charge Off & 60 Days)
  • BSN Housing Loan (Shortfall Accounts)

Sales Advisor

Zoomteknik Automobile Sdn. Bhd.
06.2003 - 12.2006
  • Organized and executed events and marketing programs in promoting sales for Proton cars
  • Market, sales & build customer retention by providing value added after sales service
  • Planned sales promotion to achieve monthly sales target
  • Working closely with financial institution in acquiring loans & financial assistance to customers.

Freelance Insurance Agent

Timur Mutiara Agency
08.2002 - 02.2007
  • Market & promote life and general insurance products for MAA Assurance Bhd & Multi-Purpose Insurance Bhd.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development activities, staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes affecting insurance products and services.
  • Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
  • Expanded client base by actively prospecting for new business opportunities and generating referrals.

Credit Control Assistant

Arab Malaysian Finance Berhad
06.1998 - 07.2002
  • Attached with Hire Purchase Hub Northern Region (Penang, Kedah & Perlis area)
  • Monitoring hire purchase loan on arrears accounts for collections (early collections)
  • Issuance of repossession orders, restructuring of Written Off & NPL accounts
  • Conducting field visit to hirers residence/office for collections & recovery process for uncontactable & avoiding cases
  • Attend to hirer's voluntary surrender of vehicles
  • Vehicle inspection upon repossession, 5th schedule issuance, statement of claim, LOD issuance, vehicle tender and lost after sales recovery.
  • Preparing report for management review.

Education

Bachelor In Business Administration (Hons) - Business Administration

Malaysia University of Science And Technology
Damansara, Selangor
03.2025

SPM - Electric & Electronic Engineering

Sekolah Menengah Teknik Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra
Georgetown, Penang
04.2001 -

Skills

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Certification

Life Insurance Certificate (MII)

Personal Information

  • Age: 45
  • Date of Birth: 28/03/1979
  • Driving License: B2 & D
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Health: Excellence
  • Own Transport: Car & Motorcycle
  • Willing to Travel: Yes


Communication: 

  • Spoken: English and Bahasa Malaysia - Excellence
  • Written: English and Bahasa Malaysia - Excellence

Experience

More than 15 years experienced in financial industry

Strength & Expertise

Familiar and understand 

  • FSA 2013
  • IFSA 2013
  • Contract Act 1950
  • Debtors Act 1957
  • Limitation Act 1953
  • Insolvency Act 1967
  • Hire Purchase Act 1967
  • Fair Debt Collection Practice
  • Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA)
  • Financial Services Regulatory Frameworks
  • Financial Consumer Protection Frameworks
  • Co-operative Act 1993 (Amended 2007) (ACT 502)
  • Financial Services Regulatory Frameworks
  • Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFUA)
  • Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage large-scale collections and recovery teams, aligning strategies with company goals to improve performance and maximize recoveries.
  • Debt Recovery Optimization: Expertise in designing and implementing efficient debt recovery processes, including restructuring policies, to minimize delinquency and maximize collections.
  • Regulatory Compliance: In-depth understanding of relevant laws and regulations, ensuring all collections and recovery activities adhere to legal and ethical standards.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in using data analytics to drive performance insights, assess risk profiles, and develop targeted recovery strategies for enhanced results.
  • Stakeholder Management: Excellent ability to liaise with senior management, clients, and external partners to align recovery efforts with broader organizational objectives.
  • Team Development & Training: Strong focus on building high-performing teams through training, mentorship, and leadership development to continuously improve efficiency and results in collections.
  • Attending Trials: Represented company in tribunal and court proceedings for trials.
Emir Salim Bin SujakHead Of Collections & Recovery