Associate Attorney - Compliance

PRA Group Legal Position

Represents the Company in litigation on consumer accounts and other legal proceedings involving the Company and its affiliates. Prepares and files legal documents, discovery materials and pleadings, and provides guidance to the Company's attorneys in support of such activities.

Litigates on behalf of the Company in respective state courts where licensed to practice utilizing case management software

Represents the Company and its affiliates in courts of law, collects facts and evidence, try cases and performs other litigation-related tasks

Responsible for accurate and timely case management by preparing legal documents, developing appropriate strategies and making necessary arguments with defendant, opposing counsel, and court personnel

Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies across areas of organizational responsibility

2+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent

• Prior litigation experience preparing and drafting pleadings, participating in all phases of the discovery process and handling of trials required
• Familiarity with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth-In-Lending Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and Equal Credit Opportunity Act and all other federal and state laws and regulations related to consumer credit and collections
• Ability to research, read, analyze, and interpret statutes, case law, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations
• Ability to provide well researched, accurate and practical legal advice in a timely manner
• PRA Group has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. In addition to base salary, PRA may offer additional benefits to include performance based bonus programs and/or equity programs depending on the position. PRA offers paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401k match, life insurance, and other benefits to assist with the physical and mental wellbeing of our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, citizenship, or any other classes recognized by state or local law or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.