Staff Counsel I at Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company, Houston, TX

Staff Counsel I at Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company in Houston, TX. Full-time. Est. up to $200k. Apply with swipeandhired.

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

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Master's or Advanced FIELD OF STUDY: JD degree from an accredited law school
EXPERIENCE: No legal work experience required
CERTIFICATION(S): Juris Doctorate
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
· Good attention to detail, accuracy and follow-through abilities
· Sound judgment and discretion
· Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Master's or Advanced FIELD OF STUDY: JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
EXPERIENCE: No legal work experience required
CERTIFICATION(S): Juris Doctorate
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
· Experience with the Microsoft suite of products

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If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:

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 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. If you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact [email protected].