Corporate Paralegal I

The Corporate Paralegal I provides support and assistance to the company’s transactional in-house legal group under close attorney supervision.  This position will be responsible for using their knowledge and skills to assist in supporting the company’s attorneys on the transactions team. The Corporate Paralegal I is expected to be knowledgeable about, and supportive of, the company’s mission and values, its policies and procedures and its ethical and compliance standards.  The position will collaborate with other in-house counsel, paralegals, and outside attorneys in pursuit of company goals and objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

Manage the Company’s Administration of Contracts.

• Communicates with team members and the business surrounding managing the company’s administration of contracts and supporting unique projects as assigned. This includes establishing and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders and external parties by serving as a point of contact for contract requests, maintaining an organized contract intake process, and ensuring all necessary information for contract review is obtained from business stakeholders.
• Learns to support the transactions legal department, including reviewing and drafting legal documents, and evaluating contract requests to provide support in the development, documentation and implementation of contracting strategies and procedures.
• Manage the contract management and record keeping system and assist with maintaining and updating the company’s contract templates.
• Applies knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve issues of lower risk and complexity related to functional support area.
• Other duties as assigned.  

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  EDUCATION:  Associate's              

  EXPERIENCE:  0-3 years of relevant experience (Licensing, Litigation, Transactional)

  CERTIFICATION(S):  Paralegal Certificate is preferred but not required

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Proficiency in MS Office

• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  EDUCATION:  Bachelor's                

• FIELD OF STUDY:  Major; Concentration

  EXPERIENCE:  0-3 years of relevant experience (Licensing, Litigation, Transactional)

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Starting Compensation

Hourly Rate: $29.71 - $38.61 (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.