Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations - Visa Government Solutions

Visa; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Visa is seeking a Senior Manager for the CMS Global Strategy & Operations team to drive innovative payment solutions for government partnerships. This strategic role involves evaluating growth opportunities and operationalizing the Visa 2030 strategy while collaborating across functions. A successful candidate will have extensive experience in strategy development, particularly in the financial services or tech sectors.

Qualifications

• Significant experience (8+ years) in strategy development or management consulting.
• Experience in financial services, payments, or technology sectors is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership track record on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new growth opportunities within the VGS segment.
• Ensure alignment with Visa 2030 strategy and market needs.
• Develop frameworks to replicate successful initiatives across regions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Problem Solving

Job description

Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description

Join Visa as a Senior Manager in the CMS Global Strategy & Operations team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Visa Government Solutions (VGS). As part of Visa's Commercial and Money Movement Solutions (CMS) group, VGS is a relatively new and strategic focus area aimed at forging partnerships with governments globally to drive innovative payment solutions and tackle pressing societal challenges. This role is central to identifying new growth opportunities, operationalizing the Visa2030 strategy, and providing thought leadership to support market success.

Why Join the Visa Government Solutions Team?

• Be at the forefront of a strategic and emerging focus area within Visa with a global impact.
• Drive cutting-edge initiatives in collaboration with governments and industry stakeholders.
• Contribute to Visa’s strategic vision by focusing on Commercial and Money Movement Solutions.
• Enhance Visa’s reputation as a purpose-driven brand with significant social and economic contributions.

Role Overview: Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations

We are seeking a strategic thinker and leader to join the CMS Global Strategy & Ops team as a Senior Manager. In this role, you will be instrumental in identifying new areas of growth, operationalizing the Visa 2030 strategy, and providing thought leadership on how we can support markets to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate new growth opportunities within the VGS segment, leveraging market insights and trends.
• Drive the operationalization of the Visa 2030 strategy, ensuring alignment with VGS objectives and market needs.
• Provide strategic thought leadership to support markets in achieving their goals, fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Develop frameworks and methodologies to replicate and accelerate successful initiatives across different regions.
• Lead the refinement of operating models to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in a matrix environment, balancing generalist and specialist roles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate strategies and operational plans seamlessly.
• Facilitate strategic discussions and leadership meetings, delivering insights and recommendations on key strategic topics.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and business performance to inform strategic decision-making.

Hybrid Work Model:

This is a hybrid position, offering a blend of remote and in-office work. Employees are expected to work from the office two days a week, typically on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with a general expectation of being in the office 50% of the time, based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Significant experience (8+ years) in strategy development, management consulting, or a related field.
• Experience working in financial services, payments, or technology sectors is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and projects.
• Skills:
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey ideas and influence stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in operationalising strategies and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to work collaboratively across different functions and geographies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Innovation and Problem Solving:
• Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Experience driving change and implementing process improvements.

Additional Information

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.