Global Commercial Counsel - Strategic Legal Partner

PayPal; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 124,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a senior legal professional to lead critical initiatives and provide specialized legal guidance across the enterprise. The role emphasizes risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and strategic collaboration with business partners globally.

The ideal candidate has extensive JD-credentialed experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex matters with external counsel. This position offers broad impact across PayPal's business and technology functions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience with a JD or equivalent combination.
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to advise on complex legal risks and business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal advice and support to enable business strategy while identifying and managing legal risk.
• Ensure awareness of and advise on compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Build strong partnerships with business counterparts across the enterprise to proactively identify potential legal risks and provide strategic legal guidance.
• Identify, analyze, and advise on potential legal risks, presenting mitigation options and recommendations to protect the company and enable business objectives.
• Escalate complex legal issues and significant risks to senior legal leadership where appropriate.
• Research and analyze new laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance affecting the company's global operations, assessing potential business impact and recommended actions.
• Manage assigned legal matters through resolution, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external counsel as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of legal developments relevant to assigned business areas and communicate implications.

Skills

Juris Doctorate

Legal experience

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

PayPal is seeking a senior legal professional to lead critical initiatives and provide specialized legal guidance across the enterprise. The role emphasizes risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and strategic collaboration with business partners globally.

The ideal candidate has extensive JD-credentialed experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex matters with external counsel. This position offers broad impact across PayPal's business and technology functions.