Global Strategy Director, Issuing Solutions

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

Job summary

Visa in San Francisco seeks a Senior Director to guide the long-range strategy for Issuing Solutions within Value-Added Services, reporting to the VP of Operations and Strategy. The role drives executive‑level initiatives, collaborates across geographies, and shapes strategic decisions with rigorous data analysis.

You will lead cross‑functional programs, coordinate with senior leaders, and mentor teammates while embedding AI-driven insights to accelerate growth and optimize outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of work experience with a bachelor's degree, or 10+ years with an advanced degree, or 5+ with a PhD.
• Strong executive‑level business acumen and enterprise thinking.
• Experience in Payments and Financial Services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range strategy development for Issuing Solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive major strategic initiatives.
• Prepare materials for Board meetings, executive forums, and external councils.
• Coach and develop a subset of team members in a global matrix organization.
• Embed AI capabilities to improve strategic analysis and outcomes.
• Manage reporting and performance tracking with OKRs and governance materials.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MBA/JD/MD)

PhD

Job description

Visa in San Francisco seeks a Senior Director to guide the long-range strategy for Issuing Solutions within Value-Added Services, reporting to the VP of Operations and Strategy. The role drives executive‑level initiatives, collaborates across geographies, and shapes strategic decisions with rigorous data analysis.

You will lead cross‑functional programs, coordinate with senior leaders, and mentor teammates while embedding AI-driven insights to accelerate growth and optimize outcomes in a