Senior Director, Commercial Legal

Are you a highly experienced legal professional with a passion for driving business success? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have a proven track record of providing strategic legal counsel to support commercial initiatives? If so, PayPal is seeking a Senior Director of Commercial Legal to join our team.In this role, you will serve as a key partner to our business leaders, providing expert guidance on a variety of complex legal issues related to commercial transactions, partnerships, and product development. As a senior leader within our legal department, you will have the opportunity to shape our commercial legal strategy and work cross-functionally with teams across the organization.To be successful in this role, you must have a minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership position. You must also possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in at least one state. In addition, we are seeking candidates with a strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate through ambiguity and drive results.If you are a strategic thinker with a strong sense of accountability and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for the role of Senior Director of Commercial Legal at PayPal. Join us in shaping the future of digital payments and commerce.

1. Provide expert legal counsel and support to business leaders on a wide range of complex commercial transactions, partnerships, and product development initiatives.
2. Partner with cross-functional teams across the organization to develop and implement effective legal strategies that support business objectives.
3. Take a leadership role in shaping the overall commercial legal strategy for the organization.
4. Stay informed about relevant laws and regulations and advise on potential legal risks and implications for the business.
5. Provide guidance and support on contract negotiations, ensuring agreements are in compliance with legal requirements and aligned with company policies.
6. Lead and manage a team of legal professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities.
7. Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to handle complex legal matters.
8. Utilize strong business acumen to understand the commercial implications of legal decisions and provide strategic recommendations.
9. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, presenting complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.
10. Stay abreast of industry trends and developments to ensure that the company remains compliant and competitive.
11. Demonstrate a strong sense of accountability and take ownership of legal matters to drive results.
12. Navigate through ambiguity and provide creative solutions to complex legal challenges.
13. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
14. Continuously assess and improve legal processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
15. Act as a role model for ethical behavior and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Director, Commercial Legal in New York, NY, USA is $162,000 - $280,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as the size and industry of the company, the individual's level of experience, and their specific responsibilities and achievements in the role.

PayPal Holdings, Inc. enables digital and mobile payments on behalf of consumers and merchants worldwide. It provides a simpler and safer way for businesses of all sizes to accept payments from merchant websites, mobile devices and applications, and at offline retail locations through a range of payment solutions. It also facilitates person to person payments through PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom.