Senior Global FinTech Counsel

PayPal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 161,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a senior legal counsel to support product and regulatory counsel in the Finance/FinTech space. The role involves advising on federal and state consumer financial laws, data privacy, and evolving enforcement actions, with cross‑functional collaboration across global teams.

You will help design compliant product experiences while managing risk and supporting strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will have 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent, a JD,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience and a Juris Doctorate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; able to advise on federal and state consumer financial laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to enable business strategy while managing legal risk.
• Participate in complex problem resolution and provide expert legal advice on high-stakes issues and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Partner with business counterparts across the enterprise to deliver effective legal services.
• Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal’s interests with risk management frameworks.
• Escalate complex issues to senior legal leadership when appropriate.

Skills

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Cross‑functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Strong writing skills

Client advisory

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

PayPal is seeking a senior legal counsel to support product and regulatory counsel in the Finance/FinTech space. The role involves advising on federal and state consumer financial laws, data privacy, and evolving enforcement actions, with cross‑functional collaboration across global teams.

You will help design compliant product experiences while managing risk and supporting strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will have 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent, a JD,