Sr. Paralegal, Corporate

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 join and 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. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.

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. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Summary:

This job is a highly experienced and strategic member of the legal team, often serving as the lead paralegal on major cases and projects. They have advanced legal knowledge, superior organizational skills, and the ability to independently manage complex and high-stakes matters. They act as a liaison between legal counsel, clients, and outside vendors, ensuring seamless coordination and exemplary service delivery.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and management of complex cases, including high-volume litigation and corporate transactions.
• Provide strategic input during case planning, research, and pre-trial preparations.
• Draft, review, and manage critical legal documents with minimal legal counsel oversight.
• Oversee and coordinate discovery processes, including document production and e-discovery management.
• Train, mentor, and review work of junior paralegals and support staff.
• Maintain direct client relationships, managing expectations and ensuring superior service quality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelors’ degree or paralegal certificate (ABA approved) is required.

• Responsible for day-to-day management of corporate governance matters for domestic and international subsidiaries, including:
  • Managing corporate entity database and outside local counsel
  • Preparing corporate minutes and resolutions, powers of attorney, and other required documentation
  • Preparing and maintaining certain regulatory filings, and working with outside vendors to ensure timely applications and renewals
  • Maintaining corporate entity records and entity organization charts
  • Supporting legal entity formation, merger, or dissolution processes
• Work closely with treasury, tax, finance, and local counsel with respect to international corporate governance matters.
• Assist in preparation and filing of SEC reports including Section 16 reports, proxy statement, Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K
• Assist in planning and execution of annual stockholders meeting
• Support licensing, compliance, and KYC teams in responding to document and information requests
• Provide support for mergers and acquisitions and equity investments as needed, including due diligence, agreements, certificates, checklists and other documents.

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree or paralegal certificate is required, in-house experience is a plus.
• At least 5+ years of experience with a concentration in international subsidiary management/corporate governance. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) and SharePoint.  Experience with specialized database management programs (e.g., Diligent) a plus. 
• Notary license is a plus.
• Experience with M&A and equity investments a plus.
• Well-organized, strong attention to detail, superior work product and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast paced work environment and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
• Flexibility and willingness to work extended hours when necessary to complete projects in a timely manner and to accommodate working hours of local jurisdictions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, global stock team, human resources, as well as outside law firms and auditors.
• Team oriented, with a strong sense of humor, integrity and sound judgment.

Subsidiary:

PayPal

Travel Percent:

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The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:

Primary Location | Pay Range:

San Jose, California: ($42.54 - $60.81 Hourly)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:

Chicago, Illinois: ($38.70 - $55.26 Hourly)
Austin, Texas: ($38.70 - $55.26 Hourly)
Washington DC, District of Columbia: ($40.38 - $57.90 Hourly)
Scottsdale, Arizona: ($36.77 - $52.62 Hourly)
Omaha, Nebraska: ($36.77 - $52.62 Hourly)

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.

PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.

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, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset-you. That’s why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.

Who We Are:

Click Here to learn more about our culture and community.

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. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.

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. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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