Assistant General Counsel, Litigation (Hybrid)

Enova
  • Chicago, IL
  • $122,000–$165,000 Per Year
7 days ago

Job Description

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas or take over sponsorship at this time. #BI-Hybrid #LI-Hybrid

About the role:

As an Assistant General Counsel, you will be responsible for supporting litigation enterprise-wide. You are expected to have (or to develop) an in-depth understanding of the consumer and commercial finance laws and regulations that affect the company's financial services businesses.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage individual, consolidated, and class action litigation, arbitration, and threatened claims involving the company's businesses in areas that include general litigation, commercial and consumer disputes, labor and employment, bankruptcy, financial services and regulatory matters;
  • Conduct internal fact investigation to assess claims and recommend effective strategies to defense or prosecution;
  • Supervise, direct, and collaborate with outside counsel to develop and execute on effective enterprise and case-specific litigation strategies;
  • Oversee discovery and subpoenas, including working with business clients and outside counsel, as needed;
  • Advise business leaders on litigation strategy and dispute resolution, and collaborate with leaders to drive desired outcomes;
  • Track all assigned claims and litigation matters and monitor for trends and patterns; and
  • Counsel business partners on legal and compliance risks and collaborate to find optimal business solutions while minimizing risk.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, and active bar membership in good standing with at least one state; ability to practice in Illinois (licensed or under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 716)
  • 6+ years of relevant experience at a law firm and/or as in-house counsel
  • Experience in consumer financial services or e-commerce is a plus; strong interest in developing deep industry knowledge is required
  • Ability to analyze local, state, and federal laws and provide clear, concise guidance to business partners
  • Strong judgment, critical thinking, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage litigation matters independently and drive favorable outcomes
  • Ability to take ownership of work, manage competing priorities under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle a high-volume workload
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Adaptability and willingness to quickly develop new areas of expertise
  • Experience litigating in multiple jurisdictions (state, federal, and arbitration) is a plus

Compensation:

The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $122,000 to $165,000. Actual annual salary will be determined based on qualifications, skills, experience, and level assessed during the hiring process and may fall outside of the range shown. Additional compensation for this role may include a bonus and restricted stock units. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in Company benefits, described in more detail here.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Our hybrid roles require in-office work Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This schedule fosters collaboration, team connection, and strategic planning, enhancing communication and effectiveness to drive results.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance including mental health benefits
  • 401(k) matching plus a roth option (U.S. Based employees only)
  • PTO & paid holidays off
  • Sabbatical program (for eligible roles)
  • Summer hours (for eligible roles)
  • Paid parental leave
  • DEI groups (B.L.A.C.K. @ Enova, HOLA @ Enova, Women @ Enova, Pride @ Enova, South Asians @ Enova, APEX @ Enova, and Parents @ Enova)
  • Employee recognition and rewards program
  • Charitable matching and a paid volunteer day…Plus so much more!

About Enova

Enova International is a leading financial technology company that provides online financial services through our AI and machine learning-powered Colossusplatform. We serve non-prime consumers and businesses alike, while offering world-class technology and services to traditional banks-in order to create accessible credit for millions.

Being a values-driven organization is at the core of Enova's success. We live our values by listening to our customers, challenging assumptions, thinking big, setting high expectations, and hiring and developing the best. Through our values and our commitment to making Enova an awesome place to work, we maintain an environment of inclusion and culture where our employees can thrive. You can learn more about Enova's values and culture here.

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons and not discriminate in employment decisions by placing the most qualified person in each job, without regard to any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. California Applicants: Click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Job Applicants.

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LocationChicago, IL
Salary$122,000–$165,000 Per Year

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