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Visa is seeking an experienced and strategic communications professional who will help the company drive Visa’s product and innovation at the center of the future of commerce. The Senior Director, Head of PS&I Communications, will be a business leader who is passionate about using data and insights to develop impactful communications strategies for execution in 30+ markets globally. They will translate those strategies into measurable communications programs that resonate with stakeholders and thought leaders to critical to Visa, including clients, partners, industry analysts, media, investors and employees.
The Senior Director will partner extensively with the Head of Technology Communications in addition to a wide range of teammates and leadership across Visa’s Product organization, product marketing, internal communications, government engagement, investor relations, brand, legal, and the broader global communications function. The Head of PS&I Communications also will deliver strategic communications counsel to Visa’s Product executive team including the head of Innovation and the head of Strategy.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who has worked in a high-growth organization with extensive experience in product communications, media relations, executive visibility and content creation. Direct experience working in-house in a global communications function is required. This individual must have ability to work in a fast-paced environment within a highly matrixed, global organization. The role reports to the Head of Global Product, Technology and Brand Communications and ideally would be based in San Francisco.
Essential Functions
This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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 181,800.00 to 284,050.00 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.
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