Staff Counsel I

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

About the role

The Staff Counsel I manages and resolves the company’s collection litigation matters. This role supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, direct and resolve collection litigation matters cost-effectively and in a compliant manner.
• Ensure adherence to relevant company policies, state, federal and local regulations.
• Maintain and enhance company reputation with courts, vendors, outside counsel, and consumers.
• Limit company exposure through effective advocacy on behalf of the Company in hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery, and respond to discovery.
• Prepare and attend hearings and trials.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Michigan State Bar

Skills

• Good attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through abilities
• Sound judgment and discretion
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree
• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Experience with the Microsoft suite of products

Benefits

• Competitive salary with monthly incentives or annual bonus
• Paid training and development programs, including MCM Academy
• Promote-from-within philosophy
• Reward and recognition programs, including informal accolades, formal company-wide awards, and prizes like all-inclusive vacations
• Tuition assistance for degree or coursework related to your role
• Comprehensive healthcare plans, fitness membership reimbursements, wellness rewards program, and more
• Up to eight hours of paid time off each year for volunteering, plus volunteer grants and matching financial donations up to US$2,500 per employee annually
• Retirement savings plans
• New family support, including company-paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options
• Team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings
• Paid and floating holidays, plus generous paid-time-off

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 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.