Policy Manager, UK & Ireland, Europe Government Affairs at Visa

London, England, United Kingdom

Visa Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Payments, Government AffairsIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of the UK & Ireland payments industry and regulatory landscape
  • Ability to provide targeted policy analysis and strategic advice
  • Experience monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and assessing their impact
  • Capability to advocate for policy positions aligned with business interests
  • Full-time availability for an on-site role based in London
  • Willingness to travel in the UK & Ireland region as required
  • Strong collaboration skills in a matrix environment across regional and global teams

Responsibilities

  • Leverage knowledge of UK & Ireland payments industry and regulations to provide policy analysis and strategic advice to Government Affairs and business units
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, assess impacts on Visa, and advocate for supportive policy positions
  • Proactively scan and monitor external (geo)political and policy environment to identify, assess, and communicate risks and opportunities for Visa’s 2030 objectives
  • Support strategic mitigation or realization strategies aligned with business priorities
  • Provide strategic internal reporting with intelligence and actionable insights on policy, geopolitical risks, and regulatory changes
  • Engage with business teams to support input on pricing governance, product launches, and innovations
  • Support efforts to safeguard Visa’s “right-to-play” and shape policy environment for business growth
  • Support strategic engagement at all levels, including client engagement to add value to business relationships
  • Work with other functions across markets in a matrix environment and share policy expertise with GA teams in other regions
  • Support open, timely communication with executives on regulatory, policy, and engagement developments
  • Help drive continuous enhancement of function, toolkit, and staff
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, integrity, inclusion, and accountability

Skills

policy analysis
payments industry
regulatory compliance
government affairs
legislative monitoring
stakeholder engagement
strategic advocacy
economic policy

Visa

Global digital payment network provider

About Visa

Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

Risks

CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.

Differentiation

Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Upsides

Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.

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