Job description
At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives.
Job Description Summary: Meet our team The Account Executive and Credit Sales Team is responsible for leading and delivering PayPal’s Commerce Platform into the UK’s and Worlds leading brands. What you need to know about the role As Account Executive and Credit Sales Intern you will be responsible for supporting the Account Executive and Credit Sales leaders sell and manage a portfolio of high-profile merchants to deliver strong growth to the UK business. Positioning PayPal as a commerce platform that can enable digital commerce, utilising credit card processing, digital wallets, credit, fraud management and pay-outs and shaping best in class consumer experiences via the merchant channel. Internship location - London, UK Internship duration - 12 months, starting July 2024
Job Description:
Your way to impact
On a particular deal construct, you will work closely with internal cross-functional teams for example in finance, compliance, risk and legal; partnering with sales engineering and operational teams to drive new business. As well as deal management you will also support the development of understanding of the merchant’s business needs and value drivers which are critical for opportunity development with the merchant. This will typically include identifying trends, opportunities and risks within a given segment; working with cross-functional teams on a go to market strategy to drive new business. As part of this work you will develop as a thought leader and advisor to internal stakeholders and business leaders.
Your day to day
- Support the increase PayPal’s product penetration and overall share of payment volume across the merchant portfolio through understanding of a merchant’s business and values drivers identifying commercial opportunities
- Manage internal stakeholders across the PayPal business, always act as one team and be the customer champion
- Build and manage a sales pipeline forecast using Salesforce.com
- Be comfortable building and reviewing compelling commercial pitches
- Maintain the operational health of the portfolio working closely with internal account managers
- Be comfortable working with complex projects
What do you need to bring
- You will have a genuine interest in the use of technology in commercial and business environments, preferably with knowledge or experience working in a digital environment
- You will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders across the PayPal UK business
- Highly motivated, structured yet flexible and adaptable, enthusiastic and self-starting
- Strong project management skills with the ability to effectively influence, prioritise, solve and scale complex processes across cross-functional teams to drive merchants
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment, with a good attention to detail
- Good team player with collaborative approach and ability to forge constructive relationships quickly
- Strong IT skills, Excel and PowerPoint
- You may also have an Undergraduate Degree or be part of a sandwich course programme
**We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don't hesitate to apply.
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Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed 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 https://www.paypalbenefits.com
Who We Are:
To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx
PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 400 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visit paypal.com.
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].
As part of PayPal’s commitment to employees’ health and safety, we have established in-office Covid-19 protocols and requirements, based on expert guidance. Depending on location, this might include a Covid-19 vaccination requirement for any employee whose role requires them to work onsite. Employees may request reasonable accommodation based on a medical condition or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.