Senior Manager, Strategic Policy Initiatives, Global Policy

Job Description and Responsibilities

Visa’s Global Policy team is at the forefront of shaping the future of digital payments. As Senior Manager, Strategic Policy Initiatives, Global Policy, you will play a pivotal role in driving high-impact events, partnerships, and strategic initiatives that advance Visa’s policy and business priorities.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategic Policy Initiatives, you will work closely with Global Policy team members, regional Global Government Engagement teams, and cross-functional business units (e.g., Communications, Legal, Product, Technology).

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, matrixed environments, excels at program management and strategic execution, and has a proven track record of leading high-profile policy events and strategic partnerships. Exceptional judgment, executive communication skills, and a growth mindset are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Lead Event Operations for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Annual and Spring Meetings (October and April, respectively, in Washington, DC):

• Establish and run weekly coordination calls.
• Coordinate with the Global Policy team’s external Advisory Council.
• Own the overall event schedule (calendar invites, daily agenda), timeline development, and staffing plan.
• Manage briefing memo templates and briefing book assembly.
• Provide operational support for side events (compliance and logistics).
• Manage car schedules, task and engagement tracking, and post-event debriefs with success metrics.

Serve as Global Policy’s Primary Resource for Event Management:

• Manage Global Policy’s global engagement calendar.
• Ensure compliance and operational excellence across all engagements.

Strengthen Global Policy’s Strategic Partnerships:

• Manage Global Policy’s overall strategic partnership plan with think tanks, trade associations, and global policy organizations.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Establish regular check-ins with internal stakeholders to evaluate partnership effectiveness.
• Conduct audits to ensure maximum impact and return on investment for annual planning.

Maximize the Impact of Global Policy’s Non-Resident Senior Fellows:

• Identify opportunities for Global Policy team members and other Visa teams to engage Fellows’ expertise to achieve shared business objectives.

Support Global Policy’s Advisory Council:

• Partner with the Director, Strategic Policy Initiatives to execute the Advisory Council strategy.
• Support the Director in proactively identifying ways to maximize the Advisory Council’s impact by strengthening connections with Visa’s executives.

Maintain and Optimize Visa’s Policy Position Repository:

• Update and manage this internal resource.
• Ensure Global Government Engagement teams have the latest insights and messaging on key policy issues.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree, or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g., Masters, MBA, JD, MD), or 2 years of work experience with a PhD, or 11 years of work experience without a degree.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working with C-suite executives and senior government leaders.
• Event Strategy & Operations Expertise – Proven experience leading high-profile policy events, preferably IMF and World Bank Annual & Spring Meetings or similar global engagements.
• Strategic Partnerships Leadership – Strong track record of managing partnerships between private sector, think tanks, and global policy organizations.
• Consultant & Stakeholder Management – Experience working with or managing external advisors, fellows, or consultants.
• Executive Communication & Influence – Exceptional intercultural, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to synthesize complex topics into clear, concise messaging for C-suite executives and policymakers.
• High Judgment & Problem-Solving Skills – Ability to distill signal from noise, prioritize effectively, and make strategic decisions in fast-moving environments.
• Project & Program Management Excellence – Strong ability to orchestrate complex global initiatives, manage competing priorities, and align cross-functional stakeholders.
• Systems Thinking & Root-Cause Analysis – Proactively identify root causes of challenges and implement scalable solutions.
• Proactive & Action-Oriented Mindset – Take initiative, seek clarity, and drive results without waiting for direction.
• Executive Presence & Leadership – Command respect, inspire trust, and lead with confidence, even in high-stakes environments.
• Integrity & Humility – Do the right thing, build trust over time, and believe no task is beneath you.
• Inclusive Leadership & High Emotional Intelligence – Read the room (virtual or in-person), adapt leadership style, and ensure everyone feels heard, valued, and included.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of professional experience, ideally in government affairs, public policy, or strategic partnerships within the private sector.
• Strong understanding of payments, financial technology, and emerging regulatory trends.
• Experience working in a matrixed, global organization with diverse cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Visa’s business strategy and product offerings.

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, and 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 $143,200 to $230,900 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program

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