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Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company · 17 hours ago

Senior Corporate Counsel, Litigation & Legal Affairs

CA - San Diego

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$156K/yr - $190K/yr

8+ years exp

Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to support the top legal executive in developing and implementing legal strategies. This role involves providing legal advice, managing a caseload, and overseeing legal staff while ensuring that the division meets its business objectives.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Providing legal support and advice to organization and managing areas of responsibility

Managing active caseload of file or issues within scope of responsibility

Selecting, managing, and working with outside counsel on legal matters

Providing legal staff with direction, guidance and oversight

Management of direct reports (reporting to the role)

Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualification

JD from accredited law schoolState Bar membership8+ years legal experienceManaging attorneysStaffNegotiation skillsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skills

Required

Master's or Advanced

JD from accredited law school

8+ years of relevant legal experience in a variety of legal subjects; prior experience in managing and developing attorneys and staff

State Bar membership in one or more states

Strong communication, advocacy, and negotiation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred

Master's or Advanced

Prior experience in both law firms and corporate settings; prior experience in the collections / financial industry

California State Bar membership

Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Benefits

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.