Full-Time

Senior Director

Global Product Counsel

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eBay

eBay

10,001+ employees

Global online marketplace for buying and selling

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$184k - $312.4kAnnually

+ Target Bonus + Restricted Stock Units

Expert

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San Jose, CA, USA

Remote option excludes residents of Hawaii and New Mexico.

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • 12+ years of post-qualification experience in the technology space, with a preference for multi-jurisdiction platform-based business models
  • Strong product counseling experience, especially in a marketplace, shared economy, or similar business models
  • Experience in the following areas desired: Privacy/data protection, Regulatory, Intellectual property, Consumer protection, Commercial structuring, drafting, and negotiation
  • Ability to develop, inspire and lead a team of diverse legal professionals
  • Consistent record of thinking strategically and providing strong legal analysis, but also practical business recommendations
  • Can independently lead and deliver across multiple top-priority projects for yourself and your team
  • Ability to build positive relationships quickly and interact with and influence business leaders at all levels and across a complex matrix of global collaborators with ease
  • Flexible and agile problem solver, with the ability to tolerate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to love innovation, be a change maker, and believe that there is always room for improvement
  • Open mind with respect to the scope and variety of projects to be undertaken
  • Thrives in fast-paced work environment where change is happening every day
  • Good sense of humor and team spirit
  • Law degree/State Bar membership
Responsibilities
  • In this role, you will be the senior legal advisor for leaders of eBay’s global Product and Technology teams, providing legal guidance on the design and roll out of new features and functionality, categories, policies and products on eBays marketplaces globally.
  • Your thought leadership will enable eBay to provide magical customer experiences and achieve bold objectives by finding creative solutions whilst adopting appropriate levels of risk.
  • You will develop and deliver the legal strategy for key areas of our user experience, analyzing and advising on regulatory, IP, privacy, artificial intelligence & machine learning, marketing and consumer protection matters.
  • You will lead, develop, and inspire a team of legal professionals.
  • You will work closely with specialists in our broader legal/GR department such as IP, Privacy, Litigation and global attorneys across eBay to provide business-focused, end-to-end legal support and solutions.
  • You will also interact regularly with other functional groups within the Company, including Payments, Trust, Risk, Accounting, Corporate Development, Tax, and Information Security.

eBay is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can buy and sell a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Users can list items for sale through auction-style listings or use the 'Buy It Now' option for immediate purchases. eBay stands out from competitors with its vast selection, user-friendly interface, and strong buyer and seller protections, including free shipping on many items. The company's goal is to facilitate seamless transactions for users globally while generating revenue through transaction fees, advertising, and subscription services.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$6.5M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

1995

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of GSI Commerce enhances eBay's global commerce capabilities.
  • eBay can capitalize on the trend for unique, limited-edition products.
  • Integration of AI can improve personalized shopping experiences on eBay.

What critics are saying

  • Niche marketplaces threaten eBay's market share in specific categories.
  • Social commerce platforms like Instagram bypass traditional marketplaces like eBay.
  • New digital payment solutions may reduce eBay's transaction fee revenue.

What makes eBay unique

  • eBay offers a unique auction-style listing alongside 'Buy It Now' options.
  • The platform provides robust buyer and seller protections, enhancing trust.
  • eBay's vast product selection caters to diverse consumer and business needs.

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