PayPal

Sr. Legal Counsel - Commercial

PayPal$176K — $262K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years relevant experience and Juris doctorate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong background in technology, licensing, and payment/financial services.
  • Exceptional writing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • At least 2 years experience managing large deal closings and complex agreements.
  • Experience with multiple internal stakeholders such as sales, compliance, and product teams.

Responsibilities

  • Provide pragmatic legal advice to enable business strategy and manage legal risk.
  • Participate in complex problem resolution for high-stakes legal issues.
  • Ensure compliance with laws and regulations across global transactions.
  • Collaborate with business teams to deliver effective legal solutions.
  • Manage legal risks and create comprehensive risk management frameworks.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off and healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
  • Support programs for physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
  • Flexible hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote options.
  • Resources aimed at enhancing financial security and mental health.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
PayPal is seeking a strong transactional lawyer to be responsible for providing best in class commercial support for some of PayPal's largest merchant and partner deals. The successful candidate will partner with PayPal's global sales teams to negotiate strategic and complex transactions with PayPal's merchants, marketplaces, and partners spanning all of PayPal's product and service offerings globally.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Provide clear, pragmatic, and solution-oriented legal advice to enable business strategy while managing legal risk.
  • Participate in complex problem resolution, providing expert legal advice on high-stakes issues and disputes.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Partner with business counterparts across the enterprise to help drive the delivery of effective legal services.
  • Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing comprehensive risk management frameworks.
  • Escalate complex issues to senior legal leadership where appropriate.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 8+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.


Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
  • The position will involve drafting and negotiating highly complex multinational agreements (including with large global merchant organizations) and providing sophisticated, quick, concise, and high-quality legal advice.
  • The negotiations will include coordinating cross-functionally within PayPal to effectively craft deal strategies and to provide innovative advice for PayPal (including in the area of cross border payment services).


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ideally this attorney will be well-versed in technology, licensing, and payment/financial services (including payments product solutions), with a critical eye towards risk and regulatory issues.
  • Because the job will involve a large amount of drafting, editing, and writing, exceptional writing skills are an absolute necessity.
  • The ideal candidate will be a confident self-starter with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to: effectively and proactively provide sound legal advice; build credibility with business partners; exercise good business judgment; work with senior management; and implement policies and processes on a cross-functional basis in a fast-paced environment.
  • At least 2 years experience managing large deal closings that involved tracking the status of interrelated agreements, triggers, and stakeholder requirements
  • Experience directly negotiating complex sales, marketing, or partner agreements with external parties
  • Experience working with multiple client-side stakeholders such as: sales, privacy, product, regional counsel, risk, and regulatory
  • Ability to spot issues and problems, take initiative, find solutions, make recommendations, organize internal coordination, bring about decisions, and implement change.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate legal, compliance, and business needs
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to generate creative original legal documents
  • Hands-on experience, either as outside or inside counsel, to financial services, fintech, or technology companies
  • Outstanding communication skills and ability to work both in teams and independently
  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and the ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders across the globe
  • Experience in payments
  • Ability to be highly engaged and succeed in a collaborative environment


Subsidiary:
PayPal

Travel Percent:
0

The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:

Primary Location | Pay Range:
New York City, New York | ($176,500.00 - $262,350.00 Annually)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:
San Jose, California | ($176,500.00 - $262,350.00 Annually)
Chicago, Illinois | ($160,500.00 - $238,700.00 Annually)
Austin, Texas | ($160,500.00 - $238,700.00 Annually)
Washington DC, District of Columbia | ($169,000.00 - $250,800.00 Annually)
Scottsdale, Arizona | ($152,500.00 - $226,600.00 Annually)
Omaha, Nebraska | ($152,500.00 - $226,600.00 Annually)

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.

PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important asset-you. That's why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing-physical, emotional, and financial-delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.

About PayPal

PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 375 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.

PayPal Careers

Joining PayPal now offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading global team of professionals dedicated to revolutionizing digital payments and financial services. As a beacon of innovation and diversity, PayPal is where your professional journey can reach new heights. Work You’ll Do At PayPal, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the innovative solutions we provide to the inclusive culture we nurture. By joining our team, you will help shape the future of payments globally, working alongside some of the brightest minds in technology and finance. Transform the Financial Landscape Lead the charge in the digital payments revolution with PayPal, a company known for its leadership in technology and financial services. Our team at PayPal is at the forefront of digital innovation, making significant impacts across various industries and improving the way millions of people handle transactions daily. Engage with a Global Team Collaborate with over 20,000 dedicated professionals around the world who are experts in technology, finance, and customer engagement. PayPal’s commitment to growth and diversity is evident in our dynamic team environment where every voice is valued and every team member is empowered. PayPal Jobs and Employment Opportunities We are actively expanding our team and have numerous job opportunities that cater to a wide range of skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or leadership roles, PayPal offers a path for career advancement and professional development. Innovate and Grow Join PayPal and be part of a company that values innovation and leadership. Deliver targeted solutions and drive change across the financial ecosystem with a team that’s equipped with the best tools and resources. At PayPal, your career is future-proofed with endless opportunities for advancement and skills enhancement through our comprehensive training and development programs. Be Part of Our Culture At PayPal, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture that supports diversity, encourages professional growth, and fosters innovation. Our benefits package is designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees and their families. Explore PayPal Careers Discover the exciting career opportunities at PayPal, where we are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for professionals who are passionate about making a difference and ready to contribute to our team’s success. Stay Connected with PayPal Keep up to date with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the people who work at PayPal. Personalize your experience by subscribing to job alert emails, tailored to your preferences, and see what exciting and rewarding opportunities await. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Prepare your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and apply for a position at PayPal today. Engage with our professional network and become part of a company that’s leading the way in digital payments. SEARCH PAYPAL JOBS At PayPal, your ambitions lead you forward, and our collective innovation drives us all. Join us in making a difference in the digital payments landscape worldwide.
Learn more about PayPal
Size
30,900 employees
Market Cap
$77.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+18.5%
Revenue
$21.4 billion
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