Sr Legal Counsel, Vendor Legal, AI, Data & Vendor Products at PayPal

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Advice, Compliance, Data Privacy, Litigation Support, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Risk Mitigation, Intellectual Property, Regulatory Issues, Project Management, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Technology Transactions, AI Solutions, Commercial Agreements

Industry

Software Development

Description

Lead complex projects of diverse scope, driving legal initiatives that support business growth and innovation. Participate in complex problem resolution, providing expert legal advice on high-stakes issues and disputes. Provide expert legal advice and support, particularly in areas experiencing significant growth such as compliance, data privacy, and litigation support. -Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, advising on the implementation of new legal technologies and automation tools. Lead the drafting, negotiation, and management of complex vendor agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, data, AI services, and professional service contracts. Advise on privacy, data, intellectual property, and regulatory issues related to vendor relationships in a fast-paced global environment and in collaboration with legal colleagues. Develop, streamline, and implement templates, workflows, and playbooks to enhance contracting efficiency and ensure compliance. Deliver practical, concise, and solution-oriented legal advice while independently prioritizing competing deadlines and projects. Stay current on industry trends and regulatory developments impacting technology, data, and AI vendor agreements. Serve as a trusted resource on risk mitigation, contract structuring, and best practices for vendor management. 8+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree with active state bar membership. At least five years of commercial contracting experience, either in-house or at a law firm, with substantive involvement in technology and commercial agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, data, AI solutions, and professional services. Exceptional writing, negotiation, and communication skills, with an emphasis on collaborative problem-solving and client service. Strong organizational skills and the proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and exercise sound business judgment in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience with privacy, regulatory, and risk issues in technology transactions. Experience with AI- and data-related contracts is preferred, but curiosity and a willingness to develop competency in new areas is equally valued.

Responsibilities

Lead complex projects and drive legal initiatives that support business growth and innovation. Provide expert legal advice on compliance, data privacy, and vendor agreements in a fast-paced global environment.