Staff Counsel I

Encore Capital Group; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings

New Family Support

Team-building

Job summary

Encore Capital Group seeks a Staff Counsel I to manage and resolve the company’s collection litigation matters, supporting compliance with debt collection laws. The role involves directing litigation cost-effectively, negotiating with opposing counsel, conducting discovery, and preparing hearings and trials.

The position requires Michigan State Bar eligibility, a JD degree from an accredited law school, and strong attention to detail, judgment, and communication.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Michigan State Bar registration.
• No legal work experience required.
• Excellent attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

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, vendors, 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 and discretion

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

JD degree from accredited law school

Job description

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

• 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, vendors, 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Michigan State Bar
• 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

Why you should work for us

• 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 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 [e-mail].