People

  • John Wauchope
    Chairman - F.A.I.M, F.A.I.C.D

    Chairman of Recoveries Corporation Group Limited since 2007, John has extensive experience in the insurance/finance sector. He holds board positions with private and not for profit companies involved in legal services, risk management, partnership marketing and community health.

    His public sector experience includes local and state government, with a number of board appointments to statutory bodies including the Country Fire Authority and Western Water Corporation (Deputy Chairman).

    John is a Fellow of both the Australian Institute of Management and of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

  • David Mond
    Managing Director - B.Ec., FCPA (Tax) F.T.I.A

    A founder of Recoveries Corporation and its former Chairman, David was appointed Managing Director of Recoveries Corporation Group Limited in 2007. A member of the company’s Audit and Risk committee and Chairman of the Remuneration committee, David is passionate about driving the growth of Group businesses and continually enhancing client services and the use of technology.

    He holds a Bachelor of Economics degree, is a Fellow Certified Practising Accountant (FCPA), specialising in Taxation, a Fellow of the Tax Institute of Australia, a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has served on CPA Australia committees.

  • Leon Sholl
    Solicitor Director - LLB

    A founder of Mason Black Lawyers and Recoveries Corp, Leon is Solicitor Director of Mason Black Lawyers in Sydney and Melbourne, and is responsible for the company’s business development. He has practised as a litigation lawyer for 37 years in all jurisdictions, predominantly in insurance and commercial law.

    His strong legal skills are particularly valued in the compliance area.

  • Nicholas Harrak
    Head of Government and Commercial - LBLS

    Nick holds a Bachelor of Legal Studies and a post-graduate Advanced Diploma in Business/Legal Practice. He joined Recoveries Corp in January 2000 and is an excellent example of our policy of promoting from within. Possessing a results-oriented philosophy and a hunger for innovation, Nick has encouraged a continuous improvement within our operations and client relationship teams.

    Nick’s operations background teamed with his client relationship skills makes him well rounded across all facets of the business. Nick is an innovator and motivator to staff and clients alike.

    Nick's role is to lead the end to end Government and Commercial Business Unit with a focus on the continued improvement of service delivery, growth, profitability and people development.

  • Jonathan Agnew
    Head of Insurance - Executive Certificate of Business Management

    Jonathan is the most recent addition to the Recoveries Corp Executive Team. With more than 16 years experience in the Insurance industry, Jonathan possesses a broad understanding of operations and strategic management at all levels.

    Jonathan is an asset to the Recoveries Corp Executive team, bringing with him a wealth of experience in the management of large teams, business critical projects, supplier relationships, budgeting and financial management as well as offering a broad knowledge and understanding of a large results focused corporate environment.

    Jonathan’s role at Recoveries Corp is to lead the end to end Insurance Recoveries Operations with a focus on the continued improvement of service delivery, growth, profitability and people development.

  • Ziggy Frankenfeld
    Head of Corporate Services - B.Comm, CA, Cert 4 TAA

    Ziggy has worked with recoveriescorp Management since January 2008, assisting with Business Strategy. Ziggy was employed in a part time role as recoveriescorp's Head of Corporate Services.

    Ziggy has spent more than 20 years in executive leadership roles in privately owned and listed corporations. He began his career in corporate finance after qualifying as a chartered accountant. Ziggy became finance director at one of South Africa’s largest IT companies, founded an IT infrastructure and systems business, and has since worked in a range of industry sectors including retail, franchising, consulting, distribution, law, accounting, architecture and manufacturing.

    Ziggy is responsible for the development and implementation of new strategies to ensure recoveriesrorp continues to achieve best practice and operate to its maximum capacity and is responsible for Group Finance, Human Resources, IT including Software Development and Business Support.

  • James Higgins
    Group Finance Manager - BCom, CA, Grad Dip (Ins), ANZIIF Fellow

    James joined Recoveries Corp in 2010 as the Group Finance Manager and is the most recent addition to our Executive Team.

    With over 20 years experience working as an Chartered Accountant, James has worked with some of Australia’s leading Insurance and Financial Services organisations in a variety of roles, covering both operational and strategic responsibilities.

    James has broad experience in managing accounting teams in financial and operational accounting.

    An asset to our organisation at Recoveries Corp, James is responsible for the group’s management and financial accounting functions and direction.

  • Jeff Sussman
    Chief Technology Officer - BSc (Eng) B.Com (Hons) GCCM, MBA
    Jeff is a 20 year veteran of the IT industry who has always worked at the forefront of enabling technology. He began his career in engineering, specialising in project management and moved into a commercial environment after completing his MBA.

    During a six year tenure in an academic environment he was involved in postgraduate and executive education and consulted to commerce and industry on IT strategy.

    Leveraging off a base of technical and business management skills he has assisted numerous Tier 1 oranisations to successfully deploy technology solutions to create competitive advantage. His knowledge and experience in the areas of document and process management combined with a strategic approach to technology, will ensure the Recoveries Corp continues to develop the best technology solutions to support customer needs.
  • Terry Walsh
    HR Manager - Grad Dip, IR and HRM

    Terry holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, and has enjoyed a professional Human Resource career spanning a period of over 30 years. Joining Recoveries Corp in 2001, Terry is a mentor to staff and continuously works towards influencing Recoveries Corp as a rewarding and enjoyable place to work.

    With a passion for people, and a drive to ensure the company's ongoing compliance, Terry overseas the successful delivery of Human Resource services across our growing enterprise. He is supported by a small dedicated team that enthusiastically strives to attract and retain quality staff to satisfy the business needs, and deliver the highest service levels to Recoveries Corp's internal operations.

  • Brian Savage
    Business Development

    Having held senior management positions in large, high-volume collections, recoveries, lending, and marketing areas within several major institutions, Brian’s professional history is remarkable.

    As a Consultant with all the four major Australian banks, Brian developed and managed the implementation of large-scale strategies within operating environments, which resulted in improved efficiencies, superior quality, and high client satisfaction whilst generating profit.  In addition, Brian has consulted on major projects for government and leading financial organisations.  Within Recoveries Corp, Brian is responsible for business growth and overseeing client relationships.

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