Senior Privacy & Data Compliance Counsel

PayPal; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 177,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a seasoned legal professional to participate in complex problem resolution and lead diverse, high-stakes projects. You will determine methods for new or special assignments, driving global process improvements and partnering with business teams to support strategic initiatives.

The role requires a JD with 8+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and offers a hybrid work model with PayPal’s global operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorates degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, pragmatic, and solution-oriented legal advice to enable business strategy while managing legal risk.
• Participate in complex problem resolution, providing expert legal advice on high-stakes issues and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Partner with business counterparts across the enterprise to help drive the delivery of effective legal services.
• Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing comprehensive risk management frameworks.
• Escalate complex issues to senior legal leadership where appropriate.

Skills

Legal counsel

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

PayPal is seeking a seasoned legal professional to participate in complex problem resolution and lead diverse, high-stakes projects. You will determine methods for new or special assignments, driving global process improvements and partnering with business teams to support strategic initiatives.

The role requires a JD with 8+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and offers a hybrid work model with PayPal’s global operations.