Description
Visa's Global Corporate Development and M&A (CDMA) team is seeking a Director, Global Corporate Development to source, evaluate and execute public and private company acquisitions, joint ventures, minority investments and other strategic initiatives.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in payments industry, proven strategic thinking, and experience working on multiple transactions.
Responsibilities:
- Support Visa's growth strategy through identification, evaluation and execution of potential mergers, acquisitions, investments and joint ventures.
- Assist with the investigation of industry trends and specific opportunities for growth within Visa's existing businesses and expansion into new areas.
- Conduct rigorous analyses, including valuation and business case modeling, to provide detailed guidance and insight regarding potential acquisitions and investments.
- Manage detailed diligence processes, partnering closely with Visa colleagues and external advisors to understand complex businesses in a short period of time.
- Identify clear rationales and risks associated with proposed transactions through spoken and written communications with key stakeholders.
- Maintain relationships with investment banking, private equity and venture capital firms as part of Visa's global industry engagement.
- Contribute to all of Visa's M&A activities, including the development of fellow team members, Corporate Development and M&A practices and company culture.
Qualifications:
- 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree.
- Experience in financial services and/or payments strongly preferred.
- Experience in investment banking, private equity, late stage venture capital and corporate development strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated success operating in fast paced, high expectation environments alongside highly driven professionals.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects with multiple workstreams, including cross functional and external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated rigor in financial modeling, valuation and investment analysis.
- Excellent communication skills and executive presence, including the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders, boards and external partners.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.
Salary:
- The estimated salary range for this position is $192,300.00 to $307,600.00 USD per year.