Director, Global Compliance

About UsVisa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.Join Visa and do work that matters – to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.Job DescriptionThis role sits within the Global Interchange organization and serves as the Director of Global Compliance, responsible for ensuring that proper levels of interchange are paid and received by Visa’s clients worldwide and that Visa’s systems, processes, and controls operate as intended across all regions.The role oversees global interchange compliance activities, including proactive monitoring, reactive remediation, rebalances, disputes, claims management, and the development of scalable analytical and reporting infrastructure. Projects will range from maintaining and enhancing global compliance processes, evaluating interchange trends, addressing client inquiries, and supporting strategic compliance initiatives across regions.The ideal candidate brings strong technical and analytical capabilities, deep business acumen, and a passion for using technology and data to improve operational efficiency and compliance outcomes.Essential Functions:Lead global workstreams related to Visa’s interchange compliance strategy collaborating with regional and functional partners across the organizationOversee continuous monitoring of key global drivers of interchange assessment and present insights and trends to senior leadershipIdentify, investigate, and resolve potential interchange processing issues that may result in financial or operational impacts to clients or VisaDirect the development and maintenance of global KPIs, dashboards, and analytical tools to support data‑driven decision‑makingMaintain deep knowledge of Visa’s global interchange programs, industry developments, and client trends to ensure monitoring processes remain effective and aligned with evolving business needsLead and mentor a high‑performing global compliance analytics team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellenceOversee global compliance monitoring tools, documentation libraries and the development lifecycle of internal systemsEstablish industry‑leading operational practices for anomaly detection, incident management, and end‑to‑end resolution across regionsThis role is a hybrid position to be located in our Foster City office location. Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager. QualificationsBasic Qualifications:10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhDPreferred Qualifications:12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhDAdvanced SQL proficiency with hands‑on experience working with large datasets and building BI tools (e.g., Salesforce Reporting, PowerBI, Tableau)Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience in financial or statistical modeling and quantitative analysisDemonstrated ability to communicate strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and secure internal investment through consistent executionExcellent collaboration and communication skills with strong executive presenceSelf‑motivated, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to influence across multiple levels and global organizationsPrior people‑management experience leading analytics, compliance, or technical teamsProficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, C#, or similarExperience building scalable automated analytical modelsFamiliarity with version‑control tools (GitHub, Bitbucket) and software development lifecycle best practicesExperience in software development, pricing analysis, corporate strategy, investment banking, or FP&AAbility to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and adopt new technologies to solve business problemsStrong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to build effective partnerships across global stakeholdersU.S. Applicants OnlyThe estimated salary range for this position is $188,400.00 to $ 301,500.00 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.Work HoursVaries upon the needs of the department.Travel RequirementsThis position requires travel 5-10% of the time.Mental/Physical RequirementsThis 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 EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.SummaryLocation: US - Foster City, CAType: Full time