Description
Visa is seeking a lawyer to join its growing Global Regulatory Affairs team. The position will report to the Vice President, Global Regulatory Affairs. The position is based in Atlanta, Austin, or San Francisco.
The Counsel will join a dynamic legal team, and work closely with experienced lawyers across the globe and different practice groups to support and advise internal Visa teams, develop the company’s thought leadership and strategy in key regulatory areas, and draft regulatory submissions and responses to government requests and public consultations.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Visa’s global and regional legal, business, and government affairs teams to understand and achieve key regulatory objectives, and manage complex and time-sensitive regulatory matters.
- Support global and regional legal, business, and government affairs teams in developing and executing global regulatory positions and strategy, draft regulatory submissions, and support direct engagements with governments, 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.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all aspects of analysis, drafting, research and communication.
- Manage multiple priorities, consistently deliver exceptionally high-quality work product, and meet tight deadlines.
Requirements:
- 6 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:
- 8 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s degree and J.D. from an accredited law school
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with an ability to clearly communicate with business leaders
- Strong academic credentials
- Strong preference for prior experience and familiarity with payments, financial services, technology, and/or public policy
- Strong preference for prior experience in law firms with international practice groups; large international organizations; in house roles focused on payments, financial services and/or technology; and/or government.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.
Salary:
- $203,800 to $326,100 USD per year