Commercial Counsel, eBay
Leading online marketplace
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Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
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1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- J.D. degree from ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent) with membership in good standing in a US state bar
- 5+ years of experience in commercial transactions, ideally with a focus on the technology industry
- Experience in an in-house legal department, ideally specializing in technology transactions
- Experience in intellectual property, commercial real estate/leasing or construction agreements is helpful
- Ability to balance legal and business risk
- Outstanding communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and working collaboratively with various teams in a matrixed organization
- Strong relationship-building skills
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Good sense of humor & team player
What the job involves
- We play an instrumental role in connecting people with the things they need and love, anytime, anywhere
- We help deliver a personalized shopping experience and flawless access to inventory from down the street and around the world, as well as tailored shopping experiences, including customized buying and selling
- EBay seeks to drive growth into new markets and drive value in the shopping and selling experience through “building, accelerating, and redefining.”
- EBay’s innovative Legal Department is looking for a commercial attorney to be a key member of our team
- The commercial attorney is responsible for counseling the business on a broad range of expense and revenue transactions
- This position will provide legal counseling and work directly with the business units to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives
- Provide strategic counsel and proactively lead the review and negotiation of a broad range of commercial agreements with a strong focus on marketing, licensing, SaaS, and professional services agreements
- Contribute to the improvement of current processes and procedures, such as by creating templates and developing legal trainings and playbooks
- Identify and assess legal risks associated with commercial agreements and provide actionable advice to mitigate those risks
- Provide timely and practical guidance on risk management, internal policy compliance and contractual obligations
- Develop strong, collaborative relationships cross-functionally and within the legal team, including with strategic partners such as security, privacy, procurement, and finance to ensure alignment and compliance with company objectives, contractual obligations and regulatory requirements
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
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13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
Articles
Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO, not founder)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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