Global Benefits Leader: Strategy & Operations

Visa; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 223,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Visa is seeking a Vice President, Global Benefits to lead strategy, governance, design, and delivery of benefits for a global workforce. This executive role reports to Total Rewards leadership and requires shaping a globally consistent, locally relevant, and financially sustainable benefits portfolio.

The leader will guide investments, vendor performance, risk management, and transformational efforts to modernize the benefits experience while enabling Visa's long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years with a Bachelor's, or 10+ with advanced degree, or 8+ with PhD.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global benefits/Total Rewards.
• Significant experience leading complex global programs across regions.
• Strong financial acumen with managing large-scale budgets and investments.
• Proven ability to influence executive leadership and navigate change.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive global benefits and wellbeing strategy aligned with Visa's priorities.
• Establish governance, risk, and compliance frameworks across regions.
• Lead financial strategy, forecasting, and investment evaluation for benefits programs.
• Oversee operations, vendor management, and service delivery for global benefits.
• Drive digital transformation and analytics to improve program outcomes.
• Advise senior leaders and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Executive presentation

Global benefits experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MBA/JD/MD)

Job description

Visa is seeking a Vice President, Global Benefits to lead strategy, governance, design, and delivery of benefits for a global workforce. This executive role reports to Total Rewards leadership and requires shaping a globally consistent, locally relevant, and financially sustainable benefits portfolio.

The leader will guide investments, vendor performance, risk management, and transformational efforts to modernize the benefits experience while enabling Visa's long-term growth.