Legal Director, Payments

Overview

eBay is a fintech platform in the making, and we’re looking for a legal rockstar to help us get there. With over $70 billion in GMV in 2024, we are investing in the infrastructure and partnerships to scale payments and financial services in innovative and exciting ways. This isn't just any job. It's a chance to join the e-commerce OG in its 30th anniversary year at a pivotal moment, helping to shape our payments and financial services strategy for the next 30 years.

This is not a plug and play role. We need an experienced thought leader to help drive critical strategic deals with some of the world’s largest fintech companies, card networks, and other financial players, and help shape payments integration strategies for our marketplace ecosystem and beyond. You will have a real seat at the table.

A Day in the Life of Our Payments & Financial Services Guru : You'll Be The Lead Legal Strategist For Critical Payments And Financial Services Partnerships. This Means You'll Be The Trusted Co-pilot For Our Business Development, Product, And Engineering Teams As They Forge New Alliances. You'll Be The One To Untangle Complex Legal Knots, Making Sure Our Deals Are Not Only Sound But Also Creatively Structured To Support Our Ambitious Goals.

Responsibilities

• Juggler of Deals : From crafting partnerships with payment processors to launching new financial products, you'll be drafting, negotiating, and advising on agreements that are crucial to our global growth. No two days will be the same, and your ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously will be your superpower.
• A Regulatory Whisperer : You'll navigate the ever-shifting landscape of payments and financial services regulations with finesse. You'll translate complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice, helping our teams move fast and effectively.
• The Go-To Problem-Solver : Business teams will seek you out for your practical, strategic counsel. You won't just flag risks; you'll propose creative solutions that help us innovate responsibly. You'll be a key player in our quest to build a more streamlined and efficient legal function.
• Team Player Extraordinaire : Collaboration isn't just a buzzword here. You'll work with a diverse group of stakeholders across the company and around the world, from our BizDev team to our engineering architects, all united by a common goal : building the future of commerce.

What You'll Need to Bring to the Table

Why you should care

This is your chance to make a tangible impact at a company that's been a household name for decades but is still evolving every single day. Our mission is to create economic opportunity for all, helping small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals succeed. Promoting environmental and social responsibility is part of our DNA, powering a circular economy by extending the life of products through our marketplace and investing in sustainable business practices.

We care about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing that different perspectives drive innovation and create a more equitable environment for both employees and sellers. And we’re leaning in hard on AI and other advanced technologies, providing a challenging and dynamic environment to work on cutting-edge projects that transform the e-commerce experience.

We’re building something truly new. Come join us.

Pay and location

The applicable base pay range for this position is dependent on work location. The base pay range in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Metro and Seattle Metro is expected in the range below : $205,600 - $274,500

The base pay range for all other U.S. work locations is expected in the range below : $158,800 - $236,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time.

eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact talent@ebay.com. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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