Executive Strategy Lead, Issuing Solutions

Visa; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 369,000; Full time

Job summary

Visa is seeking a senior leader to drive the Issuing Solutions strategy within Value-Added Services. You will collaborate with executives across geographies to lead cross‑functional initiatives, shape long‑range plans, and embed AI-driven insights into strategic recommendations.

The role requires exceptional communication at the executive level, a proven ability to influence across a global matrix, and a hands‑on approach to complex initiatives with a passion for excellence.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of work experience with a bachelor’s degree or 10+ years with an advanced degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
• Extensive experience in Payments and Financial Services.
• Executive-level business acumen and enterprise thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range strategy development and assess major opportunities and threats.
• Structure and solve business problems with cross-functional collaboration.
• Design major planning activities, including OKR formulation and performance reviews.
• Lead creation of materials for boards, executive forums, and client councils.

Skills

Executive-level thinking

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

AI fluency

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12+ years experience

Advanced degree (MBA/JD/MD) + 10+ years

PhD + 5+ years experience

Tools

Payments domain expertise

Financial services knowledge

Job description

Visa is seeking a senior leader to drive the Issuing Solutions strategy within Value-Added Services. You will collaborate with executives across geographies to lead cross‑functional initiatives, shape long‑range plans, and embed AI-driven insights into strategic recommendations.

The role requires exceptional communication at the executive level, a proven ability to influence across a global matrix, and a hands‑on approach to complex initiatives with a passion for excellence.