Internal Legal Collection Paralegal I

San Diego, California **Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Paralegal I – Internal Legal provides support and assistance to the company’s in-house legal group under close attorney supervision. This position will be responsible for using their knowledge and skills to assist in supporting the company’s attorneys in legal collections. The Paralegal I – Internal Legal is expected to be knowledgeable about, and supportive of, the company’s mission and values, its policies and procedures and its ethical and compliance standards. The position will report to staff/corporate counsel and will collaborate with other in-house counsel, paralegals, and outside attorneys in pursuit of company goals and objectives. Assigned matters for the Paralegal I – Internal Legal will be routine in nature with established policies and procedures and no variance from standard process. **RESPONSIBILITIES** Learns the Internal Legal processes, including preparing lawsuits and judgment enforcement pleadings, assembling suit-related documents and facts, composing discovery requests and/or responses, and supporting unique projects as assigned. Determines courses of action related to Internal Legal based on guidelines. Directly follows standard practices and procedures when determining appropriate action on Internal Legal issues of low risk/complexity (issues on which answers can readily be obtained). Applies knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve issues of lower risk and complexity related to Internal Legal work. Performs tasks related to contested litigation including preparing cases for trials and motion practices. Is responsible to handle emails to group email inboxes. Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** **EDUCATION:** High School Diploma **EXPERIENCE:** 0-3 years of relevant legal collections experience **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:** * Proficiency with MS Office **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** **EDUCATION:** Associate's **CERTIFICATION(S):** Paralegal Certificate or equivalent **Starting Compensation** Hourly Rate: $21.93 - $28.46 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies) **If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:** * **Pay and Bonuses:** Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus. * **Career Progression:** Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy. * **Reward and Recognition:** We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations. * **Tuition Assistance:** Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for. * **Healthcare Insurance:** Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more. * **Volunteering Opportunities:** Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 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 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 Talent@mcmcg.com. **Success Profile** ------------------- No matter the role, our most successful team members embody a winning combination of these qualities. * Drive for Results * Innovation and Agility * Leading and Enabling Change * Building Effective Partnerships * Developing Self and Others **Our Total Rewards Package** ----------------------------- We understand the importance of the balance between work and life, between fun and professionalism, and between being a corporation and being a community. That’s why we provide compensation structures and benefit plans tailored to each of our global hubs, and then enhance them with a wide range of programs that support your personal and professional growth. It’s our way of showing you that we recognize your value, understand what’s important to you, and want to reward your contributions. * ### **Holistic Wellness** We’re focused on your wellbeing, and that means supporting you across all dimensions of wellness through company sponsored team building events, wellness challenges, lunch & learns, webinars, on-site events to foster bonds with colleagues, and more! * ### **Work-Life Balance** Our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive in and out of the office. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, generous PTO, and inclusive parental leave policies that allow new parents to bond with their growing families. Our commitment to your work-life balance is at the heart of it all. * ### **Healthcare** Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure your continued health, plus wellness reimbursements for fitness membership, Weight Watchers, nutrition coaching, mental health and fitness apps, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), group sports, and more! * ### **Perks** Enjoy office transport services, free online books library, free daily healthy meals, on-site cafeteria, games rooms, relaxation areas, employee group discount program, and our concierge support to optimize your workday. * ### **Career Path & Development** Grow at MCM with comprehensive paid training and development programs—including our very own MCM Academy—as well as a promote-from-within philosophy. * ### **Pay & Bonuses** Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for incentives or annual bonus compensation. * ### **Awards & Recognition** Enjoy the spotlight with a commitment to honoring great results—ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like our Encore Honors program where you get to choose the prize that best fits your needs! * ### **Tuition Assistance** Unlock your full potential with tuition reimbursement program aligned to your career goals. We will support your professional development ambitions. * ### **Volunteerism Support** Enjoy up to 8 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to $2,500 per employee annually. **Our Values In Action** ------------------------ Here at MCM, we are guided by a deep sense of purpose and an unwavering dedication to making a positive difference. Our doors are open to innovative and diverse perspectives, as we foster a collaborative environment where every voice is heard and celebrated. At the core of our success lies a profound commitment to our people – we invest in your growth and development, empowering you to reach your fullest potential and make a lasting impact. **The Encore Promise** ---------------------- The Encore Promise is our global employee value proposition, specifically created to showcase the supportive and dynamic environment our current and prospective colleagues can expect every single day. It is co-created based on our people’s feedback and is rooted in real experiences of people working at Encore. **Inclusion and Belonging** --------------------------- We are committed to fostering an environment that promotes learning, curiosity, and continuous improvement, while creating spaces for all people to bring their authentic selves to work. **Improving Our Communities** ----------------------------- Just as we look to improve the financial health and wellbeing of our consumers, we look to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. MCM is dedicated to serving our communities through our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committees, along with individual and team efforts. This culminates with our Global Volunteering Month every July where we dedicate over 1,000 hours to giving back to our communities everywhere. You get to work with extraordinarily talented, dedicated people. It’s not the kind of place where you succeed when someone else fails. We’re a consensus-driven company that’s built on trust. *Ryan Bell**President of Midland Credit Management*