PayPal

Sr Manager, Sales Specialist, Risk-as-a-Service

PayPal • $152K — $226K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of transactional risk and fraud tools, particularly in Fraud Protection Advanced, Chargeback Protection, and Dispute Automation.
  • Proven ability to engage C-level executives and solution sell to Fortune 1000 companies.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in financial analysis and building ROI-based business cases.
  • Expertise in using AI tools for sales processes and pipeline analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex projects requiring an understanding of business trends.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product sales strategies.
  • Implement initiatives for global process improvements.
  • Provide market insights to enhance sales efforts.
  • Design and position tailored solutions for merchants based on their unique needs.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off and healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
  • Resources for financial security and mental health support.
  • Flexible work culture with a balanced hybrid model for in-office and remote work.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
The Sr. Manager, Sales Specialist - RaaS, is part of the North America Commercial sales team, partnering with Account Management to grow adoption and margin for PayPal's RaaS solutions, including Fraud Protection Advanced, Chargeback Protection, and Dispute Automation.

These solutions apply AI-driven risk models, built on transaction data from PayPal's global network, to help merchants protect revenue while preserving approval rates. Fraud Protection Advanced puts fraud decisioning directly in the merchant's hands, Chargeback Protection has PayPal assume risk on eligible transactions, and Dispute Automation centralizes how merchants manage disputes across providers.

This is a consultative role. The Specialist leads with discovery, diagnosing each merchant's needs before designing the right solution and positioning differentiated value against competitors, from opportunity through activation.

Success is measured by profitable activated volume within assigned verticals.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Lead complex projects of diverse scope requiring an understanding of current business trends.
  • Participate in complex problem resolution and determine methods for new assignments.
  • Implement initiatives that result in global process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product sales strategies.
  • Provide expertise in product knowledge and market insights to enhance sales efforts.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • 8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.


Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience with transactional risk and fraud tools across the transaction lifecycle, and the ability to deploy the right combination of solutions to optimize for a merchant's unique needs; experience with Fraud Protection Advanced (FPA), Chargeback Protection (CBP), and Dispute Automation (DA) specifically is a bonus.
  • Acts as a resource and force multiplier for other sellers, sharing knowledge of RaaS systems and operations, and ushering merchants from lead to live with a focus on discovery and solutioning.
  • Ability to position FPA, CBP, and DA against competitive and in-house alternatives, and translate risk and dispute economics, including chargeback ratios and dispute volume, into a quantified, merchant-specific business case.
  • Expertise in getting the most out of AI, using AI tools to accelerate discovery, research, solutioning, and pipeline analysis, not just familiarity with them.
  • 5+ years of experience solution selling to senior executives at Fortune 1000 companies, including experience engaging C-level decision makers across Product, Sales, and Finance.
  • A consistent track record of exceeding quota targets.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce CRM.
  • MBA or other advanced degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • Financial analysis experience.
  • A strong analytical mind, with the ability to build ROI-based business cases and evidence-based sales narratives.
  • Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams to structure win-win commercial outcomes.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders informally.
  • Expert in PowerPoint, Excel, and the Microsoft suite.
  • Skilled storyteller, with the ability to communicate a compelling, value-based narrative to executive audiences.
  • Experience selling or knowledge of omni-channel and in-store payments solutions.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Partner with Account Managers to identify, shape, and advance product-specific opportunities for new and existing accounts.
  • Lead deeper discovery, solution design, competitive positioning, and pricing construction on qualified opportunities.
  • Lead complex, multi-stakeholder opportunities that require sound judgment and an understanding of current market and business trends.
  • Carry the target for the opportunities you develop or advance.
  • Leverage internal and external data to identify growth opportunities and build pipeline.
  • Own and evolve the specialist team's playbook and selling process.
  • Collect feedback and recommendations from Account Managers and customers, and channel them back to Product and GTM teams to help shape future product roadmaps.
  • Designs and positions the right combination of PayPal capabilities, not a single product in isolation, and translates that combination into a client-specific business case and quantified value against competitive alternatives.
  • Uses sales pipeline, back-book portfolio data, and product and merchant performance data to prioritize opportunities, build the commercial case, and support pricing decisions, treating data as the basis for prioritization, not a supporting exhibit.
  • Builds credibility with and mobilizes Account Management, Solution Engineering, Integration Engineers, Finance, Legal, and Product without formal authority over those teams.


Subsidiary:
PayPal

Travel Percent:
0

The pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay, including base pay and total target cash (base pay plus sales incentive compensation), for this role by location is:

Primary Location | Pay Range:
New York City, New York:
Base Pay: ($152,400.00 - $226,380.00 Annually)
Total Target Cash: ($254,000.00 - $377,300.00 Annually)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:

Details about the sales incentive structure will be provided during the hiring process, consistent with applicable laws.

Additional compensation for this role may include equity or other incentive compensation, as applicable.

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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