Senior Director, US Regulatory Legal — Strategy & Risk

PayPal; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 232,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal seeks a Sr. Director, US Regulatory Legal to lead regulatory strategy and relationships with US federal and state authorities. You will mentor a team of attorneys and advise executive leadership on regulatory risk as PayPal expands its regulated products and services.

The role requires strong executive presence, a JD, and 12+ years in US regulatory law, with a background in payments or fintech. The position offers a balanced hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in US financial services regulatory law.
• JD from an accredited law school; active bar membership.
• Experience at a federal regulatory agency or in-house regulatory role in payments/fintech.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of attorneys across multiple jurisdictions and mentor staff.
• Advise executives on regulatory risk and strategy for US markets.
• Develop strategies to manage regulatory risks and ensure compliance.
• Represent PayPal in engagements with US regulators and industry groups.
• Coordinate with Global Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, Risk teams.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

US regulatory law

Executive communication

Team mentorship

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

PayPal seeks a Sr. Director, US Regulatory Legal to lead regulatory strategy and relationships with US federal and state authorities. You will mentor a team of attorneys and advise executive leadership on regulatory risk as PayPal expands its regulated products and services.

The role requires strong executive presence, a JD, and 12+ years in US regulatory law, with a background in payments or fintech. The position offers a balanced hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits.