Senior Associate Counsel

Description:

Job Description:
Visa is seeking a proactive product and commercial lawyer to join as Senior Associate Counsel supporting Visa's Global Product, IP and Services organizations. The position will report to a Vice President, Visa Legal - Global Product, IP and Services.

The role is responsible for supporting Visa Growth Products and Partnerships involving emerging technology. This role will work closely with a small team of product counsels, other experienced Visa lawyers and compliance professionals, and regularly engage directly with business clients.

Applicants must be skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and challenging, but highly rewarding, environment, have good judgment and strong analytical, organizational, client counseling, and negotiation skills, be self-motivated, be an optimistic, curious, and collaborative team player, and have a good sense of humor.

Visa Is Looking For Someone Who Will

• Provide sophisticated and creative counseling to our product and business teams developing products and initiatives in emerging technology including agentic commerce, digital wallets, and stablecoins.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements that achieve business objectives
• Lead review of product related marketing materials, public relations and corporate communications
• Manage regulatory support and evaluation of how shifts in regulatory landscapes may impact Visa and its partners
• Work closely with Visa's regional legal and business teams globally, and assist these teams in resolving regional and local issues
• Where required, coordinate and supervise outside counsel for timeliness, cost-effectiveness, and excellence of service and work product
• This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• 5 or more years of post-JD work experience (or international equivalent)
• Valid license to practice in the state where the job is located or the ability to become state registered in-house counsel in good standing
• 6 or more years of relevant post-JD work experience (or international equivalent)
• Combination of in-house and law firm experience preferred
• Strong academic credentials, including a J.D. degree (or international equivalent)
• Prior experience advising on payments services, particularly supporting global product launches and driving the legal and regulatory aspects of complex business initiatives
• Familiarity with U.S. federal and state payments and privacy laws
• Demonstrated ability to drive execution in a team environment, integrating legal advice and business knowledge while providing balanced advice regarding risks and benefits
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as needed, and engage directly with business clients at all levels
• Must be a practical and creative problem-solver with strong business acumen and work ethic
• 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
• Must be able to multitask and manage a significant workload and a number of clients with minimal supervision

Information for US Applicants
For roles located in the US, 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.

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.

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