Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
THIS IS A TEMPORARY ROLE (2 MONTHS) WITH THE OPTION TO EXTEND DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NEEDS

The Paralegal I – Internal Legal provides support and assistance to the company’s 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 in legal collections. The Paralegal I – Internal Legal 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 report to staff/corporate counsel and will collaborate with other in-house counsel, paralegals, and outside attorneys in pursuit of company goals and objectives.

Assigned matters for the Paralegal I – Internal Legal will be routine in nature with established policies and procedures and no variance from standard process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Learns the Internal Legal processes, including preparing lawsuits and judgment enforcement pleadings, assembling suit-related documents and facts, composing discovery requests and/or responses, and supporting unique projects as assigned. 50%

Determines courses of action related to Internal Legal based on guidelines. 10%

Directly follows standard practices and procedures when determining appropriate action on Internal Legal issues of low risk/complexity (issues on which answers can readily be obtained). 10%

Applies knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve issues of lower risk and complexity related to Internal Legal work. 15%

Other duties as assigned. 15%

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: High School Diploma 

EXPERIENCE:  0-3 years of relevant legal collections experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Proficiency with MS Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Associate's 

CERTIFICATION(S): Paralegal Certificate or equivalent

\nCompany Description

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.

Company Description

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.\n\nEncore 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.