Director, Legal Counsel

PayPal; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking an experienced Director, Legal Counsel to partner with business leaders across PayPal’s digital wallet initiatives. This role focuses on strategic legal advice, regulatory risk anticipation, and comprehensive compliance assessments to align legal strategy with corporate objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in consumer fintech or financial services, with strong state bar admission and ABA-accredited JD.

Qualifications

• JD required; 10+ years of relevant legal experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to business leaders across PayPal's digital wallet products (FIAT).
• Anticipate regulatory risks and advise on compliance assessments.
• Manage legal interests to influence business strategy.

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

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jobs Verified: 1 May 2026 Scottsdale, AZ (Multiple locations available)

Director, Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

PayPal

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Scottsdale, AZ (Multiple locations available)

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Juris Doctorate degree and 10+ years of relevant legal experience.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Director, Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: PayPal
Description: PayPal is seeking an experienced lawyer to join its team as Director, Legal Counsel. This role is responsible for partnering with business leaders to support initiatives across PayPal’s digital wallet products (FIAT). Key responsibilities include providing strategic legal advice, anticipating regulatory risks, performing compliance assessments, and managing legal interests to influence business strategy. The role operates under a balanced hybrid work model.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate degree and possess a minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience. Preferred qualifications include a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, state bar admission in good standing, and experience in the consumer financial services or fintech space.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Primary). Additional locations include San Jose, CA; Chicago, IL; Austin, TX; Washington DC; and Omaha, NE.
Fees: None
Contact Information: [e-mail]