Senior Manager, US Licensing Team

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 Description Summary:

The Senior Manager, US Licensing Team at PayPal will lead and oversee the team responsible for managing state license applications, renewals, and compliance across the United States. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with strong management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. The Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring PayPal’s compliance with licensing requirements, driving operational excellence, and communicating progress on key initiatives to senior leadership.

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of licensing professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

  • Set clear goals and priorities for the team, ensuring alignment with PayPal’s broader compliance and regulatory objectives.

• Licensing Governance & Compliance:

  • Ensure robust governance frameworks are in place for managing critical licensing information.

  • Oversee compliance with all licensing requirements across states, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

  • Support regulatory exams.

  • Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update procedures to maintain compliance.

• Strategic Planning & Execution:

  • Develop and implement strategies to streamline licensing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.

  • Drive the preparation and submission of applications for new licenses and renewals to support PayPal’s product offerings.

• Reporting & Communication:

  • Oversee the preparation of quarterly, semiannual, annual, and other state-mandated reports.

  • Communicate progress on key licensing initiatives, challenges, and successes to senior leaders and stakeholders.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to source data and fulfill reporting requirements.

  • Build strong relationships with internal teams and external regulators to ensure seamless licensing operations.

Requirements

• Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree or certification in a related field is a plus.

  • 7-10 years of experience in licensing, regulatory compliance, or a related field, with at least 3-5 years ma