Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

Enova’s hybrid work model allows employees to work in the office T, W, and TH with the option to work from home on Monday and Friday. 

About the role:

You will manage Enova’s litigation and support its lending and other businesses. 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.

What you'll be doing:

Litigation Management

• Manage and direct the response of Enova on litigation, claims and disputes in areas that include general litigation, commercial and consumer disputes, labor, HR and regulatory matters;
• Select, supervise and direct outside counsel in routine and complex litigation and collaborate with counsel to develop and execute on enterprise and case-specific litigation strategies;
• Investigate the facts and merits of each case and recommend the most effective approach to defense or prosecution;
• Oversee discovery, including working with business clients and outside counsel to respond to interrogatories and collect documents;
• Advise business leaders on litigation strategy and dispute resolution, and collaborate with leaders to drive desired outcomes; and
• Track all threatened, active and settled litigation and monitor for trends and patterns.

Regulatory Compliance

• Interpret existing and new laws and regulations and provide guidance to business teams;
• Perform legal research and draft memorandum for senior attorneys and business clients;
• Counsel business partners on legal and compliance risks and collaborate to find optimal business solutions while minimizing risk; and
• Work closely with business and technology teams to implement legal/regulatory changes.

We're excited about you if you have:

• A Juris Doctorate and top academic credentials from an accredited law school and admittance in good standing with at least one state bar
• 4-7 years of relevant experience at a law firm and/or as in-house counsel
• Experience in consumer financial services or working at an e-commerce company is a plus; interest in developing an in-depth understanding of consumer financial services and industry is a must
• The ability to analyze state and federal law and provide concise analysis to business partners
• Sound judgment, critical thinking and solid negotiation skills
• The capability and flexibility to develop new areas of expertise and the confidence to quickly learn and develop independence in key practice areas
• The ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and balance a heavy workload
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with business partners
• The ideal candidate will be dynamic, self-motivated and able to work independently and with a team