Vice President of Alternative Payments and Payouts Services, Acceptance Solutions

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We are seeking a visionary and strategic Vice President of Alternative Payments and Payouts Services to drive the development, execution, and management of our Alternative Payments Business and related value-added services. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of global non-card payment ecosystems and a proven track record of leading product-driven go-to-market strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for the Alternative Payments Module, encompassing global, regional, and local PSP partnerships to enable local payment methods at merchant checkout.
• Product Development:Lead the design, launch, and continuous enhancement of alternative payment and payout products, leveraging Visa Acceptance Platform automation capabilities, Visa currency cloud settlement, reconciliation reporting, and payout capabilities to provide a full-stack solution.
• Go-to-Market Strategy:Implement a robust go-to-market strategy that supports product teams within the VAS portfolio. Collaborate with regional solutions and sales teams to analyze, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities. Develop a comprehensive toolkit of resources, training materials, and sales enablement tools to drive product adoption and revenue growth.
• Partnership Management:Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with payment processors, financial institutions, and technology providers. Negotiate and manage contracts to optimize service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Operational Excellence:Oversee the operations of the Alternative Payments and Payouts services, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and compliance with global standards and regulations. Implement best practices to enhance service performance and user experience.
• Team Leadership:Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of professionals. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning to drive team success.
• Market Analysis:Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify customer needs and industry trends. Translate insights into actionable strategies that drive product development and market positioning.
• Financial Management:Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models for alternative payment initiatives. Monitor and report on key performance metrics to ensure profitability and growth.
• Risk and Compliance:Ensure all payment and payout services comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Implement robust risk management frameworks to safeguard company assets and customer data.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Basic Qualifications:

12 or more years of work experience with a bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 8 years of work experience with a PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

* Extensive experience (10+ years) in payments, financial services, or fintech industries, with a focus on alternative payment methods.

* Proven track record of leadership in developing and managing payment solutions.

* Strong understanding of global payment ecosystems, technologies, and regulatory environments.

* Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.

* Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 247,300.00 to 386,300.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.