Corporate Counsel (Legal Affairs & Litigation)

As a Corporate Counsel (Legal Affairs & Litigation), your principal duty will be to manage and appropriately resolve company litigation-related matters filed in state and federal courts, including putative class actions, individual actions, arbitrations, pre-suit matters, employment matters, etc.  During the course of a matter, your duties could include any of the following: interacting with opposing counsel, managing outside counsel, responding to discovery, managing paralegals, developing litigation strategy, providing input to court filings, attending mediations, depositions, hearings, trials, and appellate hearings. Throughout this process, you will interact with members of the business and members of the legal department regarding the status of each matter, any financial or reputation risk associated with it, any relevant opinions or decisions, and any business-related changes that may minimize litigation or compliance risk.  Also, you will participate in regular meetings, including with other members of the litigation team.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active portfolio of assigned litigation-related matters, including, balancing the allocation of internal and external resources taking into account such factors as, workload, skill base, project schedules, and cost of resources.
• Work with and manage outside counsel on assigned matters.
• Advise members of legal or organizational management regarding the status of assigned matters. May assist more senior members of the department on more complex matters, applying appropriate legal judgment and sound business logic.
• Manage direct reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: JD from accredited law school; member of at least one state bar.

Language
Required: English

Experience Required:

• 4+ years of litigation experience at a law firm or in house.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and legal research platforms such as Westlaw or Lexis.

Experience Preferred:

• Experience at both a law firm and in-house.
• Prior experience in managing and developing attorneys and staff.
• Prior experience in the debt buying, collections, or financial services industries.
• Experience counseling on Human Resource-related matters.
• Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Lexis, Westlaw, or Legal Tracker.

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Starting Compensation

Annual Salary: $124,600.00 - $174,300.00 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies)

If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:

• Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.

• Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.

• Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.

• Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.

• Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.

• Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.

• Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.

• New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.

• Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.

Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an 'Employee-First Approach' focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU.  We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within.

About Us

Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you.

Encore Capital Group and all of its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under applicable law. If you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact Talent@mcmcg.com.