Legal Administrative Assistant

Company: Midland Credit Management
Location: Catonsville
Posted on: November 17, 2020

Job Description:

About Us

Here at MCM, we are more than a specialty finance company providing debt recovery solutions for consumers. We are a global team of over 4,000 employees whose daily mission is to empower consumers to begin their path towards financial recovery and build a better life for themselves and their families. We know that the only way to support this mission is by hiring exceptional people who bring a diversity of ideas, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for attaining breakthrough results. If you are results-driven, have a passion for helping others, and thrive in an innovative environment, MCM might be the place for you!

The Legal Department is looking for a Paralegal I to join our team in Catonsville, MD to manage MA inventory. Knowledge of MA law is NOT required. The Paralegal I provide support and assistance to the company's in-house legal group. This position will be responsible for using their knowledge and skills to assist in managing the company's litigation / regulatory matters, enhance the company's processes, and help to maintain the company's ethical and compliance standards. The position will report to staff counsel and will collaborate with other in-house counsel / paralegals and outside attorneys in pursuit of company goals and objectives.

About the Job

Noting accounts

E-filing documents with the court

Preparing Legal documents

Managing e-mail inboxes

Assisting with calendar management

Required

1-3 years in a legal specialist position or Paralegal

Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite programs, particularly Excel and Outlook

The ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to process changes

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detailed oriented, organized, volume practice and takes initiative is a plus

The ability to work with people across all levels and areas of expertise

Knowledge of state or federal e-filing systems is a plus

Experience in a creditors law firm and knowledge of legal pleadings is a plus

A Positive attitude and professional team player spirit

High School Diploma

Paralegal Certificate

1 - 2 years customer service or clerical experience. Experience with MS Office. Good communication skills, Data Entry.

Preferred

2+ years work experience in financial services related field. System querying skills. Proficiency with MS Office (particularly Excel).

some college

*LI-MCM

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What We Offer

We understand the important balance between work and life, fun and professionalism, and corporation verse community. We strive to support your career aspirations and provide the benefits you need to live a more fulfilling life.

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.

All these things are just a small way to show our employees that we recognize their value, we understand what is important to them, and we reward their contributions.

Keywords: Midland Credit Management, Catonsville , Legal Administrative Assistant, Other , Catonsville, Maryland