Staff Counsel I

About the role

MCM is seeking a Staff Counsel I to manage and resolve collection litigation matters. The ideal candidate must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee and may have additional licenses in Arkansas or Mississippi.

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

• Master's or Advanced degree in a field of study: JD degree from an accredited law school
• No legal work experience required
• Juris Doctorate

Prior Experience

• Experience with the Microsoft suite of products
• Ability to become licensed in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee if not holding current licenses

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or Advanced degree in a field of study: JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• No legal work experience required
• Juris Doctorate

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Monthly incentives or annual bonus
• Career progression with paid training and development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• Volunteer opportunities
• Retirement savings
• New family support
• Team-building activities
• Work-life balance

Pay and Schedule

The position offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits including:

• Healthcare insurance
• Perks such as office transport services, free online books library, and free daily healthy meals
• Career advancement opportunities
• Award and recognition programs
• Tuition assistance
• Volunteer support
• Flexible work arrangements

About Us

MCM is a publicly traded international specialty finance company that helps consumers restore their financial health. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and providing a wide range of wellness and mental health initiatives.

Success Profile

No matter the role, our most successful team members embody a winning combination of Drive for Results, Innovation and Agility, Leading and Enabling Change, Building Effective Partnerships, and Developing Self and Others.

Our Values

• Holistic Wellness
• Work-Life Balance
• Healthcare
• Perks
• Career Path & Development
• Pay & Bonuses
• Awards & Recognition
• Tuition Assistance
• Volunteerism Support

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an environment that promotes learning, curiosity, and continuous improvement, while creating spaces for all people to bring their authentic selves to work.

Improving Our Communities

MCM is dedicated to serving our communities through our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committees, along with individual and team efforts. This culminates with our Global Volunteering Month every July where we dedicate over 1,000 hours to giving back to our communities everywhere.