Director, Legal Counsel
PayPalChicago, Illinois, United States • Scottsdale, Arizona, United States • San Jose, California, United States
Posted October 24, 2025
188000 - 323950 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
Job Description
We’re seeking a highly motivated lawyer with extensive experience in payments, merchant services, or financial technology to provide best in class support for some of PayPal’s most innovative merchant products and services.
Requirements
- Establish overall business or technical strategy, aligning legal initiatives with corporate goals and objectives.
- Influence decision-making at the executive level, providing strategic legal advice on key business decisions and transactions.
- Provide strategic legal advice and support, particularly in high-demand areas such as mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, overseeing the implementation of advanced legal technologies and compliance programs.
- Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing and executing risk management strategies.
- Represent PayPal in litigation and other legal proceedings, managing high-profile cases and collaborating with senior leadership.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Employee shares options
- Health and life insurance