Legal Assistant/Mail Clerk

Legal Assistant/Mail Clerk Encore Capital•3.4 San Diego, CA Job Details Full-time $19.50•$22.00 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Flextime Parental leave Leadership training provided Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Lunch & learns Qualifications Confidential information handling Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Scanning Printing Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Fax machines Faxing Adobe Acrobat Office experience Full Job Description Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Responsible for opening/sorting/scanning daily corporate mail. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for managing and handling daily batch printing for CA IL office as well as for handling the office's shipping needs. The Legal Assistant also supports Legal and Operations teams during daily operations via scanning, printing, and compiling of all documents with high accuracy, and maintaining our file system with much of the filing being done electronically through our Legal software. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for processing attorney signed documents, as well as ad hoc requests from the Legal and Production Specialist teams. As this role progress, it may require additional time spent on our Legal software performing tasks with increasing levels of complexity.

This position will collaborate with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants locally and domestically, in pursuit of a highly efficient and voluminous legal and operational business practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process (sorting, scanning, shipping) inbound and outbound mail including USPS, FedEx, and UPS. Batch print Office Production documents File manual and electronic legal documents with courts. Scan, print, and sort documents with a high degree of accuracy and organization. Perform other duties supporting paralegal and attorneys, as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION

High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE

1-2 years administrative support

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat Strong organizational skills Ability to manage the printing, scanning, and sorting of documents Ability to handle/process a large workload and volume Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information Ability to operate a variety of office equipment (e.g., printers, scanners, fax machines) Ability to communicate and follow directions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Associate's

FIELD OF STUDY

Administrative, Legal, or similar field

EXPERIENCE

1-2 years Administrative, Legal, and/or previous office experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

Knowledge of basic mailroom concepts, including processing of inbound and outbound mail Ability to handle the manual paper and electronic filing of documents with courts Ability to track and comply with deadlines Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures necessary to understand court filing requirements Ability to maintain, organize, and compile information and documents from various sources in a functional order

Starting Compensation Hourly Rate:

$19.50•$22.00 (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 (opens in new window) (opens in new window) (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 (opens in new window) (opens in new window) . 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.