Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance - job 1 of 21

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.

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We are seeking an attorney to support Visa’s Corporate Law organization. The position is based in San Francisco, California and reports to the SVP, Chief Counsel, Corporate.   

The Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance will be responsible for advising the Company in the areas of corporate governance, corporate finance, and securities laws, as well as providing support to the Board of Directors.  Responsibilities will include:

• Provide expert advice and counsel to executive team on corporate law and governance matters, including NYSE and SEC requirements 
• Support the Board of Directors and its committees, including the preparation of meeting agendas, pre-meeting materials and board books, resolutions and meeting minutes
• Manage the execution of annual shareholders meeting and provide disclosure advice and legal support to investor relations in connection with shareholder meetings, earnings releases, analyst meetings, shareholder engagement and other public announcements and events
• The role requires significant and active collaboration with other functions within the Company, including regional Legal and Risk teams based across the globe

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Basic Qualifications
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA /JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
• 15+ years of legal experience in corporate, governance and securities matters.
• Combination of law firm and in-house experience is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and management ability and strong interpersonal skills to drive execution in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Developed business acumen, with ability to understand the company's business interests and anticipate the nature and magnitude of issues that could arise in various settings
• Practical and proactive problem-solver, confident, mature, calm under fire, with a positive attitude
• Strong work ethic for a fast-paced environment
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Current member in good standing of a State Bar with the ability to become barred or a registered in-house counsel in the state where this role is located

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.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 243,600.00 to 380,650.00 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.