Senior Staff Counsel — Collections & Compliance

Midland Credit Management India Private Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Capital Group, a leading international specialty finance company, seeks a Staff Counsel II to draft and file pleadings, manage collection litigation, and provide legal support across the litigation unit. The role involves advising on compliance and coordinating with outside counsel to advance business objectives.

The incumbent will supervise non-legal staff as needed, negotiate with opposing counsel, and ensure adherence to relevant laws and company policies, while supporting corporate

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years legal work experience.
• Juris Doctorate certification.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and file legal pleadings.
• Resolve collection litigation cost-effectively with clients and staff.
• Interact with outside counsel and supervise non-legal personnel.
• Advise on compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Legal drafting

Litigation management

Negotiation

Discovery

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Legal case management software

Job description

Encore Capital Group, a leading international specialty finance company, seeks a Staff Counsel II to draft and file pleadings, manage collection litigation, and provide legal support across the litigation unit. The role involves advising on compliance and coordinating with outside counsel to advance business objectives.

The incumbent will supervise non-legal staff as needed, negotiate with opposing counsel, and ensure adherence to relevant laws and company policies, while supporting corporate