Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance

We are seeking an attorney to support Visas 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.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors 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 Bachelors 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 companys 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

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 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 243600.00 to 380650.00 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time