Senior Corporate Paralegal – Global Governance & M&A

PayPal Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a highly experienced senior paralegal to join its legal team in a strategic role. The position leads major cases and coordinates complex corporate transactions, while serving as a liaison between legal counsel, clients, and outside vendors with minimal oversight.

The role requires 7+ years of experience and a BA/ABA-approved paralegal certificate, with responsibilities spanning governance, filings, and cross-border matters.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate (ABA approved) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of complex cases, including high-volume litigation and corporate transactions.
• Provide strategic input during case planning, research, and pre-trial preparations.
• Draft, review, and manage critical legal documents with minimal legal counsel oversight.
• Oversee and coordinate discovery processes, including document production and e-discovery management.
• Train, mentor, and review work of junior paralegals and support staff.
• Maintain direct client relationships, managing expectations and ensuring superior service quality.

Skills

Legal coordination

Case management

Document preparation

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Diligent

Job description

PayPal is seeking a highly experienced senior paralegal to join its legal team in a strategic role. The position leads major cases and coordinates complex corporate transactions, while serving as a liaison between legal counsel, clients, and outside vendors with minimal oversight.

The role requires 7+ years of experience and a BA/ABA-approved paralegal certificate, with responsibilities spanning governance, filings, and cross-border matters.