Senior Associate Counsel, Global Regulatory Affairs job at Visa in Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, San Francisco, CA, Washington, DC

Title: Sr. Associate Counsel, Global Regulatory Affairs Location: Atlanta, Austin, San Francisco, or Washington D.C United States Job Description:

Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose - to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa. Visa is seeking a lawyer to join its growing Global Regulatory Affairs team. The position will report to a Senior Managing Counsel, Global Regulatory Affairs. The role includes responsibility for managing and coordinating complex regulatory matters. The attorney will work closely with experienced lawyers across the globe and different practice groups to support and advise internal Visa teams, help develop the company's thought leadership and strategy in key regulatory areas, conduct factual and legal research, respond to government requests and consultations, draft regulatory submissions, and monitor and track legislative developments. Applicants must be skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, and challenging, but highly rewarding, environment; have outstanding communication skills (written and verbal); have excellent judgment and strong analytical, problem solving, client counseling, and negotiation skills; demonstrate strong attention to detail and resourcefulness; be self-motivated, entrepreneurial and a self-starter; be comfortable with using emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence tools to create innovative and efficient ways to work; and be a confident, creative, forward-thinking, collaborative team player. Visa Is Looking for Someone Who Will Collaborate closely with Visa's global and regional legal, business, and government engagement teams in managing complex and time-sensitive regulatory matters. Support global and regional legal, business, and government engagement teams in developing global regulatory positions and strategy, drafting regulatory submissions to government agencies, driving thought leadership, and supporting direct engagements with regulators and policymakers around the world. Develop global best practices in key areas on an ongoing basis, and ensure global regulatory strategies are applied consistently and effectively across the organization, functions, and regions. Collaborate with regional legal and government engagement teams to monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments and trends and assess impact to the organization. Prepare and deliver regular reports and updates to senior stakeholders regarding regulatory developments. Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all aspects of drafting, research, and communication. Manage multiple priorities, consistently deliver exceptionally high-quality work product, and meet tight deadlines. The position can be based in Atlanta, Austin, San Francisco, or Washington D.C. This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications 2 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's degree and J.D. from an accredited law school A member of the bar of any U.S. state and in good standing Admitted to practice law in the United States and in good standing Preferred Qualifications 4+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's degree and J.D. from an accredited law school Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Strong academic credentials Strong preference for prior experience in payments, financial services, and/or technology Strong preference for prior experience in law firms with international and regulatory practice groups, in-house counsel roles, large global organizations, or government Must be able to develop strong and collaborative working relationships with colleagues across functions Must be a practical and strategic problem-solver with excellent judgment and intellectual curiosity Must be a self-motivated individual and able to work independently and collaboratively as needed Experience working internationally, and fluency in foreign languages would be a plus Additional Information Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department. Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time. Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law. U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for this position is $180,600 to $289,300 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job