Manager, Andean Gov. Affairs
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Team
The Government Affairs (GA) team shapes policy and regulation to drive business growth and advance Visas mission. As trusted advisors to governments and partners we secure our license to operate and build the innovative reliable and secure payments ecosystem that fuels global digital commerce. Our regional teams engage directly with policymakers and institutions to influence the regulatory landscape. They ensure Visa can operate effectively while helping governments achieve their economic and social policy goals. Internally we work closely with a wide range of in-country and regional functional teams to ensure our strategy is cohesive and effective.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Manager for our Andean Government Affairs team based in Bogota. This role is crucial for aligning Visas business objectives with public policy in Colombia Ecuador Peru and Venezuela. You will support the engagement with government officials policymakers and regulators to advance the adoption of digital payments and support key government initiatives. The manager reports to the Head of Government Affairs for the Andean region.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute effective government affairs strategies across the Andean region to support Visas business goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key government stakeholders industry associations and non-governmental organizations.
- Monitor analyze and advise on the policy and regulatory landscape to protect and advance Visas commercial interests.
- Identify and support new business opportunities and partnerships with government agencies particularly in areas like financial inclusion and economic digitization.
- Collaborate with internal teams including Global Policy Legal Risk Communications and Social Impact and Sustainability as well as Sales Product Commercial Solutions to ensure a cohesive approach to government engagement.
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Qualifications :
Basic Qualifications
J.D. with strong academic background and member in good standing of the Colombian Bar Association.
6 years of relevant work experience in a top law firm regulatory agency or global corporation or 5 years with an advanced degree.
Preferred qualifications
Understanding of the digital payments industry and its economic and social impact.
Experience in the payments industry and financial law.
Proven ability to analyze complex regulatory issues and provide strategic legal advice.
Sharp political and business acumen.
Creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
Fluency in Spanish and English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A motivated self-starter who excels both independently and as a collaborative team player.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure.
Computer literacy
Additional Information :
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our purpose is to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and b ... View more
