Careers
at Perez Morris
Join Our Team at Perez Morris: Where Your Career is Our Commitment
Empowering Culture
- Flexibility and Balance: At Perez Morris, we understand the importance of balance. Our flexible working arrangements are designed to support the personal and professional lives of our team, allowing you to excel in both.
- Inclusive Environment: As the largest certified woman-owned law firm in Ohio, we arecommitted to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Here, 67% of our attorneys are women, 16% are minorities, and 13% identify as LGBTQIA+. Your unique background and perspective are valued here.
Professional Growth
- Career Development Opportunities: We invest in your future with mentoring programs, professional development courses, and real-world experiences that broaden your legal expertise and enhance your career trajectory.
- Open Collaboration: Our firm thrives on collaboration. You will work alongside industry experts and leaders who are as invested in your professional growth as they are in our
clients’ successes.
Community Engagement
- Giving Back: Join a team that is deeply rooted in the community. At Perez Morris, we encourage and support our employees in giving back, with numerous opportunities to engage in local service projects and initiatives.
- Work That Matters: Your work at Perez Morris goes beyond the office—we’re committed to making a positive impact on the community through pro bono work and various philanthropic efforts.
Innovative and Forward-Thinking
- Cutting-Edge Legal Practices: Work with some of the biggest industry leaders across various sectors, from healthcare to global shipping, using innovative legal strategies that set industry standards.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Our firm is constantly evolving, embracing new technologies and methodologies to stay ahead in a competitive legal landscape. At Perez Morris, you’ll be at the forefront of legal innovation.
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous parental leave.
- Recognition and Rewards: We recognize and reward hard work and dedication—your contributions will not go unnoticed.
Your Path to Success Starts Here
Whether you’re a seasoned attorney or a new graduate, Perez Morris offers a platform for growth unlike any other. Here, you’re not just joining a firm; you’re becoming part of a family that supports and celebrates your success. Apply today to begin your journey with us!
Open Positions
Job Title: Third Party Debt Collector
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Experience Level: Less than 1 year (entry-level)
About Us:
Perez Morris is a women-owned business defense law firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Cleveland, Ohio, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Our attorneys are licensed to practice across the country. We pride ourselves on being good people, doing great legal work, exceptionally well. We serve clients in industries ranging from retail to healthcare to manufacturing to transportation and logistics. We look for self-motivated, intelligent, business-minded, diverse personnel who want to work at a firm passionate about investing in its people and in the communities where we live and work.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Third Party Debt Collector to join our collections team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing accounts with debtors with past-due accounts, negotiating payment plans, and maintaining accurate records. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in collections.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicate with debtors to negotiate payment solutions.
- Provide accurate information regarding balances, payment options, and possible consequences of non-payment.
- Maintain professionalism and empathy when handling sensitive financial situations.
- Counsel debtors on resolution for their payment obligations.
- Manage payment weekly/monthly arrangements.
- Analyze accounts to identify possible issues for a quicker resolution.
- Record all customer interactions and update account status in the database.
- Follow all company policies and federal/state regulations.
- Escalate complex issues to senior team members when necessary.
- Meet monthly collection goals.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Less than one year of collections of experience with accounts, customer service, or a related field preferred (training provided). Previous experience with government debt collection a plus but not required.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to handle difficult conversations with patience and professionalism.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft computer skills
- Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
This position is for our Columbus, Ohio office. Hours are generally 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday). The firm offers full benefits, including paid holidays and vacation, health care insurance, 401k, monthly performance bonus’ based on desk performance, and an excellent work environment. Submit your resume to Leah Mako, Director of People Operations at lmako@perez-morris.com.
Perez Morris is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage and intentionally seek diverse perspective and work experience.