Collection Litigation Counsel I — Growth & Compliance

Encore Capital Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Capital Group is seeking a Staff Counsel I to manage and resolve the company’s collection litigation matters, supporting compliance with laws governing debt collection. You will direct litigation efforts, negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery, and prepare hearings.

This entry-level legal role requires a JD and admission to practice; no prior legal work experience is required. The position offers opportunities for growth within a globally operating organization.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school
• No prior legal work experience required
• Juris Doctorate certification

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, venders, 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

Skills

Attention to detail

Judgment & discretion

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

JD degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Encore Capital Group is seeking a Staff Counsel I to manage and resolve the company’s collection litigation matters, supporting compliance with laws governing debt collection. You will direct litigation efforts, negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery, and prepare hearings.

This entry-level legal role requires a JD and admission to practice; no prior legal work experience is required. The position offers opportunities for growth within a globally operating organization.