Job Description

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The Analyst, US Government Engagement (USGE) – International Affairs, will be involved in all aspects of the team’s work on international trade and policy based in Washington D.C.

Duties will range from daily administrative tasks and event planning to preparing executive correspondence, conducting policy analysis, producing presentations, and assisting with strategic planning on key issues and initiatives. They should be familiar with and comfortable using the latest stakeholder management and policy research tools effectively.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational and outstanding writing skills, comfortable covering multiple assignments at once, and capable of quickly and efficiently producing high-quality results. They should have experience working in the public, private, or not-for-profit sectors, ideally with a focus on foreign policy, international trade, or international business issues. Experience with financial services or technology issues is a plus. Curiosity, ability to synthesize information rapidly, and comfort with ambiguity is crucial.

Good judgment and attention to detail will be critical in this role as the Analyst will be frequently called upon to meet time-sensitive needs for important internal and external partners. The successful candidate must be an excellent listener who can challenge the status quo and is able to develop and implement detailed plans rapidly and accurately.

This primary support position is a great development opportunity for someone with a can-do attitude who is seeking to grow and learn in a fast-paced work environment on an impactful team of government engagement professionals.

Essential Functions

• Extensive writing, including executive correspondence, briefing books, policy summaries, and engagement reports.
• Support and track policy issues and the USGE International Affairs team’s engagement with consultants, legal counsel, trade associations, think tanks, and other key partners.
• Conduct research and provide analysis of key policy issues or developments that could affect the payments industry around the world.
• Provide organizational support for the USGE International Affairs team, including management of shared team resources and routine reporting requirements.
• Lead event planning for visiting Visa executives and external VIP partners and help coordinate site visits.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications

** Basic Qualifications:**

• 2 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD, or PhD) University Recruiting Only: Master’s Degree without experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or more than 2 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD).
• Educational focus on international relations, public policy, business, or economics a plus, but not essential.
• Interest and willingness to work in an international environment across multiple time zones, countries and cultures.
• 1-2 years of experience working on policy and business issues in the private sector or in government also preferred.
• Outstanding written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills (writing samples may be requested).
• Familiarity with U.S. international economic and trade policy, focused on the Executive Branch.
• Employs sound judgment regarding sensitive information.
• Proven track record to manage priorities effectively and efficiently in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task and independently manage and prioritize work, while meeting key deadlines.
• Outstanding professional poise and maturity when interacting with internal or external colleagues at every level, all of the time.

Additional Information

** Work Hours:** Varies upon the needs of the department.

** Travel Requirements:** This position requires travel 5-10% 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 102,300.00 to 130,500.00 USD, 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.