Head of Collections Legal
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The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to joinand thrive in the global economy.

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person.

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness.

Job Description Summary: PayPal is seeking a talented and highly motivated attorney to join its Legal Department as an addition to its U.S. Legal team. This role will lead the team supporting collections for PayPal, Inc., including Venmo, Xoom, Merchant Lending, and Consumer Lending products.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will have the following specific qualifications and experience:

• A demonstrated record of focused, strong and extensive experience counseling clients in most, if not all, of the following practice areas, preferably in a bank or fintech environment:
• debt collection laws, regulations and related legal issues at federal, state and local levels
• creditors' rights, preferably in a bank or fintech environment
• payments law
• debt collection licensing related experience

In depth knowledge and understanding of related core laws, rules and regulations with respect to the above practice areas, including: FDCPA, Regulation F, State and Local Debt Collection Law, TCPA, UDAPP, REG E, NACHA Rules and US Bankruptcy Code.

• Experience managing a team of attorneys.
• Practical, business minded, approach to counseling clients on legal risk and issues.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively explain/summarize complex concepts to varying audiences.
• Ability to focus both on attention to detail and the broader picture.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and to tolerate change and ambiguity.
• Ability and drive to take ownership of projects and tasks and bring them to prompt and effective completion.
• Facility with a team-based approach and comfort with a flexible, agile environment that emphasizes collaboration and team performance.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under challenging circumstances.
• 15 or more years of substantive and focused experience practicing in the subject matter areas specified above either in-house, preferably in a bank or fintech environment, or at a law firm.
• Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree. Admitted to a state bar.

Compensation: PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience. The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit paypalbenefits.com.

The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $143400 to $285450.

Work Model: For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace.

Our Benefits: At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. We offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit paypalbenefits.com.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Belonging at PayPal: Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging.

Covid-19 Protocols: As part of PayPal's commitment to employees' health and safety, we have established in-office Covid-19 protocols and requirements, based on expert guidance.