Global Indirect Tax Strategy Director

Visa; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Visa in Paris seeks a hands-on Senior Director, Global Indirect Tax to own and scale the company’s VAT/GST, US sales & use tax, and related indirect tax operations. You will partner with regional heads and cross-functional teams to implement practical, scalable tax solutions.

You’ll lead tax technology initiatives, governance, and compliance while guiding senior leaders on strategic implications of new products and transactions. In-office presence is expected.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading indirect tax matters across global VAT/GST and US Sales & Use Tax.
• Ability to translate complex tax requirements into practical business solutions.
• Proven success advising senior leaders on tax implications of new products, M&A and cross-border models.
• Strategic mindset to anticipate regulatory change and manage risk for growth.
• Experience scaling indirect tax operations with process optimization and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead global indirect tax strategy and align with business priorities.
• Oversee compliance, reporting, and remittance across jurisdictions.
• Advise leaders on indirect tax effects of products, contracts, and market entries.
• Manage tax audits, disputes, and regulatory engagements globally.
• Develop tax technology and automation to improve data and reporting.
• Foster accountability and leadership across regional tax teams.

Skills

Indirect tax expertise

VAT/GST knowledge

US sales & use tax

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Tax technology

Executive communication

Education

CPA or Chartered Accountant

Job description

Visa in Paris seeks a hands-on Senior Director, Global Indirect Tax to own and scale the company’s VAT/GST, US sales & use tax, and related indirect tax operations. You will partner with regional heads and cross-functional teams to implement practical, scalable tax solutions.

You’ll lead tax technology initiatives, governance, and compliance while guiding senior leaders on strategic implications of new products and transactions. In-office presence is expected.