Basic Qualifications:
• 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a bachelor’s 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.
• 6+ years of Executive Search experience, with exposure across the research and shortlist-lifecycle of Executive Search mandates.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 6 or more years of work experience with a bachelor’s 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
• Proven success managing complex research projects gained in an Executive Search environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and adjust to constantly shifting priorities and demands under tight deadlines and time constraints.
• Robust assessment, evaluation, and analytical skills. Strong command of current affairs, market, and leadership data with the ability to grasp complex issues combined with a creative approach to identifying and researching top talent leveraging Executive Search tools and technologies.
• A passion for FinTech and innovative new technologies with a desire and aptitude to become a Subject Matter Expert on this and other payment topics as it relates to Executive Talent Acquisition.
• Self-starter who manages to deliver positive outcomes for each project to ensure excellent candidate and hiring manager experience. Interest in, and ability to, take on responsibility outside of immediate operating environment.
• Adept at preparing industry target lists with sound knowledge of executive levels within other organizational structures.
• Ability to build deep relationships at senior levels within and outside the organization, navigate complex structures and develop trusted relationships with executive talent. Effortless ability to access a wider professional network for sourcing and referral relationship building activities.
• Ability to convey insights to influence executive hiring. Tremendous oral and written communication skills, able to craft compelling communications, prepare research, interview as well as reference reports.
• Experience of operating in a fast-paced global / international environments, either within an Executive Search firm or supporting executive leadership appointments in client organizations. Other industry experience incl. digital, mobile, technology, telecom, retail financial services and / or consumer-facing sector experience would be advantageous.
• Good ability to communicate empathetically and constructively as well as work collaboratively with the wider team at all levels within Visa.
• Partnership-mentality and a can-do attitude with the ability to get involved in all tasks, comfortable with ambiguity and confident in charting a course of project delivery.
 
Personal Characteristics
• An intellectually curious but humble individual with a high degree of compassion, able to engage, enable and inspire others.
• A hands-on approach to all activities with real passion and high levels of energy. Agile and comfortable adapting to changing environments.
• Creative and resourceful in overcoming barriers and unexpected roadblocks. Courageous in spirit, driving change through innovation.
• An authentic person who intuitively engenders an inclusive environment, enabling the business to reach its ambitious goals.
• High personal standards of ethics and integrity towards employees, stakeholders, and customers.
• Diversity of thought and experience. Continually seeks new perspectives and feedback, takes an inclusive approach, and engages diverse points of view. High levels of learning-agility with a real interest in the fintech ecosystem and a ‘technology / digital-first’ approach.
• Entrepreneurial and comfortable with ambiguous and change-led environments, self-confident with an authentic style that gravitates to championing change.
• Eager to seek a challenge and expand frontiers, brings a visionary approach. Sets and meets a high bar of goals and principles.
• Servant leadership mentality, deeply committed to serving and listening to others. Natural ability to build strong relationships and enable collaboration through empathy and authenticity.
• Committed to building a community through Visa Leadership Principles:
• We Lead by Example
• We Communicate Openly
• We Enable and Inspire
• We Excel with Partners
• We Act Decisively
• We Collaborate

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 96,100.00 to 125,000.00 USD, 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.