Legal Administrative Assistant

The Legal Assistant II provides general support and office assistance to the Companys attorneys and legal group. This position will be responsible for using their knowledge and skills to assist in managing the Companys litigation and regulatory matters enhance the Companys legal and compliance processes and help maintain the Companys ethical and compliance standards. This position is also responsible for processing incoming regulatory complaints and demands to the Company and for identifying documenting and responding to complaints as appropriate. The position will report to staff or Corporate Counsel and will collaborate with other in-house Counsel / Paralegals and outside attorneys in pursuit of company goals and objectives. The Legal Assistant II will also provide training to Legal Assistant I.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct initial review and analysis of incoming pleadings correspondence and other legal documents; draft pleadings settlement agreements dismissals discovery legal correspondence and memoranda for attorney review as required.

Interact with Midland outside counsel and Midland employees to gather information documentation or data as required for task at hand or act as authorized to resolve the identified matter.

Provide all aspects of legal and compliance support to the Legal team; organize update maintain and archive department files and records in a timely and accurate manner.

Assist the Legal department with projects as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE: 1-3 years of experience in a Legal Assistant Paralegal or similar position.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledge of FDCPA/FCRA/CFPB regulations and requirements.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to prioritize and work in a rapidly changing environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Bachelors FIELD OF STUDY: Legal Studies or similar field

EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in a corporate setting preferred.

Starting Compensation

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$ 2500 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 were 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 proudto 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 .