As the world’s leader in digital payments technology, Visa’s mission is to connect the world through the most creative, reliable and secure payment network - enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. Our advanced global processing network, VisaNet, provides secure and reliable payments around the world, and is capable of handling more than 65,000 transaction messages a second. The company’s dedication to innovation drives the rapid growth of connected commerce on any device, and fuels the dream of a cashless future for everyone, everywhere. As the world moves from analog to digital, Visa is applying our brand, products, people, network and scale to reshape the future of commerce.

At Visa, your individuality fits right in. Working here gives you an opportunity to impact the world, invest in your career growth, and be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are a global team of disruptors, trailblazers, innovators and risk-takers who are helping drive economic growth in even the most remote parts of the world, creatively moving the industry forward, and doing meaningful work that brings financial literacy and digital commerce to millions of unbanked and underserved consumers.

You’re an Individual. We’re the team for you. Together, let’s transform the way the world pays.

We are looking for leader to join as Senior Director, Executive Compensation to oversee design, program management and implementation of executive compensation at Visa Inc. In this role, you will report to, and partner with, Visa’s SVP, Total Rewards to manage executive compensation programs including the development of materials for management and the Compensation Committee, collaboration with partners in HR, Legal and Finance, implementation of programs, the direct management and development of a Executive Compensation Manager, collaboration on the production of the annual Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) in the proxy statement and other public filings, and partnership with external independent consultants to deliver on Compensation Committee meetings, programs and projects. This role will have regular and direct interaction with senior executives and Compensation Committee members. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in executive compensation at large prominent U.S. public companies with general working knowledge in finance, accounting, and benefits.

Essential Functions:

Main Responsibilities:

·       Manage process for Compensation Committee meetings including preparing materials, coordinating content across multiple functions within Visa and with external partners, and lead the reviews of the materials with multiple stakeholders

·       Coordinate preparation of externally reported materials, including compensation-related proxy tables and the CD&A for inclusion in the annual proxy statement

·       In partnership with the SVP, Total Rewards, drive the year-end performance evaluation and compensation planning process for senior executives.

·       Develop documents related to annual and ongoing executive compensation planning and execution.

·       Manage the compensation program of the Board of Directors including working with payroll and developing and delivering communications directly for Board Members.

·       Maintain awareness of the latest trends, market practice, accounting, regulations and competitive intelligence regarding executive compensation.

·       Monitor equity usage including burn rate, overhang, and other dilution analysis. Provide expertise on equity program design, including performance share design, and partner with accounting/finance on forecasts of equity compensation expense.

·       Review and confirm compensation activities related to senior executives, including tax withholding, ongoing pay stubs, and year-end tax documents.

Basic Qualifications:

12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s 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:

·       At least 10 years of professional experience or equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant experience in a well-disciplined organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business

·       Experience leading an Executive Compensation function and a thorough understanding of Compensation & Benefits, Equity Compensation, Deferred Compensation etc.

·       Proactive, strategic thinker supported by strong analytical and project management skills

·       Superior problem identification and solving skills with ability to communicate effectively with executive management

·       High ownership of work materials and high detail orientation to ensure complete accuracy and quality of output

·       Must possess organizational, problem-solving skills, and time management skills to meet deadlines

·       Process oriented and ability to document processes with the ability to achieve the goals of multiple overlapping workstreams

·       Excellent interpersonal and people management skills

·       Able to work effectively with other functional areas and understand the operational and cultural issues relevant to achieving superior results

·       Client focused with tenacity to resolve issues and conflicts

·       High energy and enthusiasm required to partner with multiple stakeholders

Continually curious to develop a passion for the business

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.