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.

8+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
A recognized Luxembourg, or German or UK law degree and at least 5-7 years’ experience practicing as a qualified solicitor/lawyer either in-house (or in an equivalent setting) or at a reputable law firm.
Expertise in credit law and payments laws.
Expertise and experience with Open Banking is highly appreciated.
Maturity, self-motivation, independence, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
Team-oriented with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with business clients and other legal department members.
Fluency in English is required. Other language skills (esp. French, German, Dutch, Italian or Spanish) are very welcome.

Senior Legal Counsel

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