Strengthening our position in the Norwegian debt collection market

Alektum Group has appointed Håkon Thinggaard as the new Country Manager for Alektum Norway. With over 20 years of experience in the debt collection industry, he joins us from Kredinor, where he has held several leadership roles in operations over the past 12 years. Håkon now steps into a key role, leading our Norwegian business through a period of strategic growth and regulatory change.

“I’m looking forward to getting started and helping Alektum become an even stronger player in the Norwegian market. The company is built on solid values, has a strong customer base and a highly professional environment. That’s a great platform for continued development,” says Thinggaard.

He highlights regulatory insight, industry experience and trend awareness as strengths he brings to the role.

“After 20 years in the business, I have a good understanding of both revenue and cost drivers, and how the market has evolved. I see clear growth opportunities for Alektum, especially in banking, finance and e-commerce.”

In his first few months, Håkon will focus on getting to know the organisation, deepening his understanding of the Norwegian business and exploring new growth opportunities. At the same time, he keeps an eye on a rapidly changing market.

“Digitalisation in the financial sector is moving fast. For Alektum, it’s about combining smart technology, such as artificial intelligence, with human insight and responsible case handling. We need to meet customers in a respectful and holistic way, even as technology becomes a bigger part of the process.”

He sees regulatory shifts, digital development and the need for responsible collections as key drivers in the industry.

“Alektum is well positioned, not least through the acquisition of Rediem. When the full ownership transfer is completed at the turn of the year, the goal is to become one of the first in Europe to achieve SDR status. The focus now is on adapting and securing profitable growth in a competitive market,” says Thinggaard.

Håkon will officially take on the role as Country Manager on July 1st.