PayPal Sr Director Legal Counsel 

United States, New York, New York 

901331227

This job provides key inputs as an industry leader and expert. They develop and articulate a clear, compelling vision and strategy in alignment with PayPal-wide strategy and operations that inspires others. These jobs are focused on the long-term success strategy of the function.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and articulate a clear, compelling vision and strategy, inspiring the legal team and aligning with PayPal's long-term goals.
• Provide key inputs as an industry leader and expert, staying ahead of legal trends and influencing industry standards.
• Influence long-term success strategy of the function, driving innovation and continuous improvement in legal practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, leading the adoption of cutting-edge legal technologies and best practices.
• Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing forward-looking risk management strategies.
• Represent PayPal in litigation and other legal proceedings, overseeing complex cases and ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of relevant work experience and a Juris doctorate or equivalent degree

• J.D. or equivalent.
• 12+ years practicing in-house or at a reputable firm, with a focus on financial services.
• Experience advising clients on issues relating to (i) financial services regulations (e.g., state money transmitter laws, Reg E, UDAAP, and the Remittance Transfer Rule); (ii) marketing regulations (e.g., the FTC Act, CAN-SPAM, TCPA and applicable industry guidelines); (iii) data privacy laws as they relate to financial institutions; (iv) consumer protection laws; and (v) guidance from federal and state agencies (e.g., CFPB, FTC, CA DFPI, and the NY DFS).
• Familiarity with card network and ACH rules and applicable third-party policies and guidelines (e.g., app evaluation guidelines and app marketplace rules).
• Experience managing teams and designing support models to meet business objectives.
• Experience engaging with state and federal agencies.
• Ability and drive to take ownership of projects and tasks.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to change, and drive forward through ambiguity.
• Confident self-starter with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively provide sound legal advice, exercise good business judgment, and work well with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with, and strong interest in mobile and alternative payments, emerging payments technology, and the payments industry.
• Comfortable with gray areas and interpreting and applying the law in unsettled contexts.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, with effective resolution of conflicting priorities.
• Admitted to, and in good standing with, a state bar.
  

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The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit .

The US national annual pay range for this role is $232,000 to $398,750

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