Global Tax Counsel, Information Reporting & Compliance

PayPal; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Equity

Job summary

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global compliance with information reporting and withholding tax rules (including FATCA, CRS, CARF and 1099) across products and processes. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess policies and develop new guidance, while applying sound judgment on legal risk.

The successful candidate will lead complex tax matters, draft analyses, and work with external advisers as needed, supporting

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant tax experience with a JD.
• Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
• Ability to independently manage significant tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Independently advises on complex tax issues affecting business operations, transactions, and strategic initiatives.
• Develops and documents technical tax analyses supporting planning strategies, reporting positions, audit defense, and regulatory compliance.
• Partners directly with business units and Finance leadership to structure initiatives in a tax-efficient and compliant manner.
• Identifies tax risk exposures and recommends mitigation strategies consistent with PayPal’s overall risk tolerance.
• Coordinates with outside advisors where appropriate and manages discrete external engagements.
• May mentor junior attorneys or legal professionals and contribute to knowledge development within the tax function.

Skills

Tax law

Legal experience

Cross-border tax

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global compliance with information reporting and withholding tax rules (including FATCA, CRS, CARF and 1099) across products and processes. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess policies and develop new guidance, while applying sound judgment on legal risk.

The successful candidate will lead complex tax matters, draft analyses, and work with external advisers as needed, supporting