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PayPal has been revolutionizingmerce 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, andplete 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 thepletion 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 theplexity 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 ourmunities.
Job Summary:
The fintech ecosystem is changing at an unprecedented rate. We are looking for a Senior Manager to join our Strategy and Market Insights team to translate marketpetitive insights into business opportunities, and drive strategy development and thought leadership in high-priority areas of the business.
Job Description:
PayPal is seeking exceptional professionals to develop actionable insights for guiding senior stakeholders, from the C-suite to operational leaders, across geographies, businesses, and functions to bring clarity to their most pressing decisions. We enable decision-making with a deep understanding of customers, market needs, business drivers and emerging opportunities from an outside-in perspective. To succeed in this role, you'll need expertise in strategy development, problem solving, storytelling, research and executive-level influencingmunication.
1. Marketpetitive insights: Advise our C-suite through "research" type engagements to develop and articulate a point of view on market signals and potential ecosystem game-changers
2. Strategy development/execution: Lead/support the development of PayPal's strategy on high-visibility initiatives, and long-term strategic priorities in key ecosystem areas
3. Conduct and/or lead qualitative (, primary research, synthesis of secondary data sources) and quantitative (, Excel modelling) analysis to support decision making
Education, Skills and Experience
4. Minimum 2-3 years post-MBA, or 5-8 years of highly relevant experience without an MBA
5. World class strategic and analytical thinking, with a demonstrated ability to synthesize multiple sources of information (quantitative and qualitative) to solveplex problems in a structured, data-driven way
6. Superiormunication (verbal, written, PowerPoint) and analysis skills (Excel)
7. Leadership experience inplex global organizations and cross functional teams, and a track record of delivering tangible results, both directly and by the influence
8. Appetite to learn andfortable with ambiguity
9. Top strategy consulting ( BCG, McKinsey, or Bain) or top corporate strategy experience is a must
10. Industry expertise in payments and/or technology is preferred
Preferred Qualification:
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For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we'remitted to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important asset-you. That's why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit //paypalbenefits.
Who We Are:
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PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable amodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of ipatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, andmunities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
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