Visa’s Global Policy team is at the forefront of shaping the future of digital payments. As Senior Manager, Strategic Policy Initiatives, Global Policy, you will play a pivotal role in driving high-impact events, partnerships, and strategic initiatives that advance Visa’s policy and business priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategic Policy Initiatives, you will work closely with Global Policy team members, regional Global Government Engagement teams, and cross-functional business units (e.g. Communications, Legal, Product, Technology). The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, matrixed environments, excels at program management and strategic execution, and has a proven track record of leading high-profile policy events and strategic partnerships. Exceptional judgment, executive communication skills, and a growth mindset are essential for success in this role. ResponsibilitiesLead event operations for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Annual and Spring Meetings (October and April, respectively, in Washington, DC): Establish and run weekly coordination callsCoordinate with the Global Policy team’s external Advisory CouncilOwn the overall event schedule (calendar invites, daily agenda), timeline development, and staffing planManage briefing memo templates and briefing book assemblyProvide operational support for side events (compliance and logistics)Manage car schedules, task and engagement tracking, and post-event debriefs with success metricsServe as Global Policy’s primary resource for event management: Manage Global Policy’s global engagement calendar and ensure compliance and operational excellence across all engagements.Strengthen Global Policy’s strategic partnerships: Manage Global Policy’s overall strategic partnership plan with think tanks, trade associations, and global policy organizations. Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with business objectives. Establish regular check-ins with internal stakeholders to evaluate partnership effectiveness. Conduct audits to ensure maximum impact and return on investment for annual planning.Maximize the impact of Global Policy’s Non-Resident Senior Fellows, consultants who advise the Global Policy team. Proactively identify opportunities for Global Policy team members and other Visa teams to engage Fellows’ expertise to achieve shared business objectives.Support Global Policy’s Advisory Council: Partner with the Director, Strategic Policy Initiatives, to execute the Advisory Council strategy. Support the Director in proactively identifying ways to maximize the Advisory Council’s impact by strengthening connections with Visa’s executives.Maintain and Optimize Visa’s Policy Position Repository: Update and manage this internal resource, ensuring Global Government Engagement teams have the latest insights and messaging on key policy issues.   This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
