Senior Counsel, eBay
Payments Commercial
$158.8-239.8k
+Target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable)
Office located in San Jose, CA
Leading online marketplace
Open for applications
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$158.8-239.8k
+Target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable)
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- Good knowledge of regulatory requirements associated with payments and financial services
- Strong interest in alternative payments, emerging payments technology, and the FinTech industry
- J.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) and membership in at least one US state bar
- 8+ years of commercial legal experience preferably in the FinTech space, including in-house experience with payments matters in the context of internet or technology companies and/or relevant law firm work
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements with a variety of partners in the payments and financial services industry, including payment networks, card issuers, credit providers, acquirers/processors and financial institutions
- Experience working closely with business development and product teams on key commercial partnerships to ensure they align with company objectives and product roadmaps
- Technical understanding of the payments and financial ecosystem, especially as relevant to marketplaces
- Experience managing high deal volume on deadlines with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with card networks and their operating rules
- Sound legal judgment and experience solving problems in a practical manner
- Combination of law firm and in-house legal department experience preferred
What the job involves
- EBay is seeking a highly skilled, nimble and collaborative professional to serve as a Senior Counsel, Payments Commercial supporting our thriving payments platform and complex financial partnerships!
- You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a wide variety of contracts related to strategic payments partnerships, new financial product offerings, and other commercial matters
- You will also advise clients on the various legal risks, business strategies and other issues related to commercial transactions
- This is a phenomenal opportunity to join a dedicated legal team and work at the forefront of helping to deliver new payment and e-commerce experiences around the world!
- Align yourself with eBay Payments' business development, product, and engineering teams to understand eBay's global payments architecture and business strategies
- Draft, negotiate and advise on complex, multifaceted agreements relating to payments, ecommerce, and other financial services products
- Drive continuous improvements, scalability and operational excellence in the contract negotiation processes and execution, effectively collaborating with subject matter experts and ensuring that contracts are completed a timely basis and with acceptable deal parameters
- Provide strategic legal and business advice to facilitate long-term relationships with key partners
- Manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
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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Insights
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
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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