Director, Legal Counsel — Fintech & Digital Wallet Strategy

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

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.