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Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives PayPal’s 392 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways, whether they are online, on a mobile device, in an app, or in person. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom, enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies.

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Job Description Summary:

As part of the Corporate Affairs team, PayPal’s Corporate Communications team is responsible for sharing the company’s compelling story, commitment to values-led leadership and business performance to key stakeholder groups, including business and trade media, influencers, nonprofits, investors and customers. We partner across the company with teams such as product communications, leadership communications, employee communications, finance, legal, government relations and human resources to build programs that communicate our vision, explain our strategy and enhance our corporate reputation.

This role will support the Corporate Communications team in driving strategic communications campaigns that promote PayPal’s positive social impact in communities around the world. The Social Impact Communications Manager will work to raise awareness of our signature global impact programs, including our investments in racial equity and social justice, the Maggie Lena Walker Award and small business empowerment. In addition, this role will be a driving force in how the company communicates during our response to major disasters and sharing the stories of how we invest in the local communities where our employees live and work. We are seeking someone who is a creative thinker, strong writer, experienced collaborator and flawless executor. This individual will join a dynamic team that operates in a fast-paced environment delivering high-impact work.

Job Description:

Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives PayPal’s more than 375 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies. If you’re ready to shape the future of commerce, join the team at PayPal. We are proud to work here. You will be too.

As part of the Corporate Affairs team, PayPal’s Corporate Communications team is responsible for sharing the company’s compelling story, commitment to values-led leadership and business performance to key stakeholder groups, including business and trade media, influencers, nonprofits, investors and customers. We partner across the company with teams such as product communications, leadership communications, employee communications, finance, legal, government relations and human resources to build programs that communicate our vision, explain our strategy and enhance our corporate reputation.

This role will support the Corporate Communications team in driving strategic communications campaigns that promote PayPal’s positive social impact in communities around the world. The Social Impact Communications Manager will work to raise awareness of our signature global impact programs, including our investments in racial equity and social justice, the Maggie Lena Walker Award and small business empowerment. In addition, this role will be a driving force in how the company communicates during our response to major disasters and sharing the stories of how we invest in the local communities where our employees live and work. We are seeking someone who is a creative thinker, strong writer, experienced collaborator and flawless executor. This individual will join a dynamic team that operates in a fast-paced environment delivering high-impact work.

Responsibilities to Include:

• Support the corporate communications team in the development and execution of strategic communications campaigns about PayPal’s signature global impact programs, disaster relief efforts and local community investments
• Lead storytelling in local markets to raise awareness of PayPal corporate initiatives and impact, as well as promote our nonprofit partners and the small businesses we support
• Build and maintain relationships with local media and influencers in key markets, pitch and coordinate media interviews
• Manage relationships with PayPal’s local nonprofit partners and coordinate on press strategies and outreach
• Identify media and story opportunities that can extend our inclusive economy and empowering communities narratives
• Build and maintain relationships with key business partners across Corporate Affairs, Giving Platform (product), legal and marketing to identify local story opportunities, coordinate on strategy and manage reputational issues related to social impact programs
• Act as content manager for PayPal’s Corporate website to ensure content stays up to date and accurately reflects our current corporate initiatives and impact
• Develop a wide range of communications materials including messaging, communications plans, press releases, blog posts, media statements, presentations, briefing materials and coverage reports
• Support day-to-day media inquiries and briefings

Job Requirements

• Three to five years of communications experience – strong project management skills desired
• Past success managing and executing strategic communications campaigns and working with media to build brand awareness and reputation
• Demonstrated ability to pitch and place stories with local and national media
• Strong writing skills – skilled storyteller with ability to develop compelling narrative
• Strong communications skills, including writing, verbal and editing.
• Attention to detail – even in fast-paced environments
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with multiple stakeholders – this position will work with multiple departments and functions throughout PayPal.
• Ability to help build/deliver communications programs that advance PayPal’s brand reputation and strategic business priorities
• Passion for social impact programs and diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Previous experience working on social impact-related issues and familiarity with the technology or financial space a plus

Subsidiary:

PayPal

Travel Percent:

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Primary Location:

Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States of America

Additional Locations:

Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles - Traction, New York, San Jose

We're a purpose-driven company whose beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We hold ourselves to our One Team Behaviors which demand that we hold the highest ethical standards, to empower an open and diverse workplace, and strive to treat everyone who is touched by our business with dignity and respect.  Our employees challenge the status quo, ask questions, and find solutions.  We want to break down barriers to financial empowerment.  Join us as we change the way the world defines financial freedom.

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 accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].