Tax Counsel – Global Information Reporting (Hybrid)

PayPal Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 137,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global information reporting and withholding tax policy compliance across products and processes. The role involves evaluating new or updated products for reporting impacts and developing necessary policies.

The successful candidate will work with cross-functional partners to identify legal risks and craft defensible positions, with a focus on FATCA, CRS, CARF, and 1099 obligations.

Qualifications

• Advising on complex tax issues for business operations and initiatives.
• Documenting technical tax analyses to support planning strategies and compliance.
• Collaborating with business units and Finance leadership to structure initiatives tax-efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Independently advises on complex tax issues affecting business operations and strategy.
• Develops and documents technical tax analyses for planning, reporting, audit defense, and regulatory compliance.
• Partners with business units and Finance leadership to structure initiatives tax-efficiently.
• Identifies tax risk exposures and recommends mitigation aligned with PayPal's risk tolerance.
• Coordinates with outside advisors and manages external engagements.
• Mentors junior attorneys or legal professionals and contributes to knowledge development.

Skills

Tax analysis

Legal judgment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or foreign equivalent

Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction

Job description

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global information reporting and withholding tax policy compliance across products and processes. The role involves evaluating new or updated products for reporting impacts and developing necessary policies.

The successful candidate will work with cross-functional partners to identify legal risks and craft defensible positions, with a focus on FATCA, CRS, CARF, and 1099 obligations.