Corporate Counsel, Compliance & Legal Affairs

Company: Encore Capital Group
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: October 30, 2025

Job Description:

The Corporate Counsel leverages knowledge of a legal specialty or area of law to provide advice and recommendations to department leaders on matters within a relevant practice area. The role applies appropriate legal judgment and sound business logic to all caseloads / files and issues. This position provides advice and recommendations for action to more senior attorneys and management regarding matters of intermediate complexity which have or may have a sizable dollar impact on business activities and operations. This position may receive specific direction from management or more senior law professionals as to the outcomes, process and schedules expected. Responsibilities Advising members of legal or organizational management. May assist more senior members of the department on more complex matters, applying appropriate legal judgment and sound business logic. Managing active list of files or issues within scope of responsibility. As part of this, perform extensive research of legal principles and precedents, plus consult with outside counsel on legal strategies on particular issues; balancing the allocation of internal and external resources taking into account such factors as, workload, skill base, project schedules, and cost of resources. Other duties as assigned. Working with and managing outside counsel on legal matters. Education Required: Master’s/Advanced; JD from accredited law school *Must be licensed to practice in any of the states. Language Required: English Experience Required: 4 years of relevant legal experience in a variety of legal subjects. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong communication, advocacy, and negotiation skills. Preferred: Prior experience in both law firms and corporate settings; prior experience in the collections or financial industry, including laws relevant in the consumer finance space such as state and federal privacy laws, FDCPA, FCRA, TCPA, SCRA, EFTA, ECOA, TILA, GLBA and state-specific consumer protection laws and regulations.Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. LI-KL1 Starting Compensation Annual Salary: $120,000.00 - $161,899.00 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies) If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide: Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus. Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy. Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations. Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for. Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more. Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 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.

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