Internal Legal Specialist

Midland Credit Management; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentives

Annual bonus

Tuition assistance

Healthcare insurance

Volunteer time off

Work-life balance

Job summary

Midland Credit Management, part of Encore Capital Group, seeks an Internal Legal Specialist to handle affidavits and legal documents within the legal collections channel. You will validate documents, review account details, and support filing efforts, collaborating with attorneys and paralegals to meet monthly goals.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 1–2 years of clerical or customer service experience, with strong data entry and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with data entry and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail oriented with a goal-driven mindset.
• Ability to validate and process legal documents and affidavits.

Responsibilities

• Read, validate and process large quantities of affidavits and legal documents.
• Review account level detail and complete tasks for accounts in the Legal Channel.
• Provide regular tracking and reporting on adherence to daily processes and/or financial performance.
• Partner with operations leadership, team members, paralegals and attorneys to meet monthly production goals.
• Oversee and suggest improvements to daily automated and manual processes.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Goal oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.The Internal Legal Specialist is responsible for completing tasks and reviewing legal documents that are processed as part of the legal collections channel. Specialist will also complete operational tasks to support filing efforts.RESPONSIBILITIESRead, validate and process large quantities of affidavits and legal documents. Review account level detail and complete tasks for accounts in the Legal Channel. Ensure accuracy and take steps to resolve discrepanciesProvides regular tracking and reporting on adherence to daily processes and / or financial performancePartner with operations leadership, team members, paralegals and attorneys to meet monthly production goalsOversees and makes suggestions for improvements to daily automated and manual processesPerform other duties, as assignedMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: High School DiplomaEXPERIENCE: 1-2 Years customer service or clerical experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:Experience with data entry, strong Microsoft office skillsStrong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communicationGoal oriented mentalityPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE: Prior experience working in the legal fieldIf 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$ 2,500 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, we’re 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 UsHeadquartered 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 [e-mail].