Vice President, Internal Audit

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Visa is seeking a Vice President, Global Technology Internal Audit. This role is the Chief Auditor for Visa's Technology functions and is responsible for developing and executing risk assessments, audits, and advisory reviews, as well as managing client engagement for global technology functions. The person will also play a key role in supporting the Visa Inc. Chief Auditor as part of the Global Audit Leadership team and developing longer term strategies for the function.

The position demands the highest level of leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with Board and Regulators. Superior analytical and communication skills, critical thinking and overall business acumen are critical success factors. Senior leadership experience in a regulated environment is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the audit team and drive development and execution of the Technology risk assessment and audit program.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including the senior technology leadership team to foster an effective risk management and controls environment across Visa
• Maintain extensive technical expertise and industry knowledge.
• As a member of the Global Internal Audit Leadership Team, provide strategic direction and thought leadership to support Visa's overall risk and internal control environment.
• Support the Chief Auditor in various matters including reporting to senior management, the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board, and regulators globally.
• Exhibit a strong drive for results and success, conveying a sense of urgency and driving issues to closure in a fast-paced business and risk environment.
• Develop and mentor a highly successful audit team, providing enhanced training and development.
• Work in partnership with Visa Inc.'s Internal Audit group to coordinate overall audit work across business operations and technology.
• Drive delivery of internal audit's work on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with audit methodology and agreed quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality and effectiveness of services provided.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in 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

* 15+ years in expanding leadership roles with experience building and managing teams with relevant experience in a highly disciplined organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business.

* Advanced understanding of technology risks management within a complex, technology, financial services or regulated business.

* Comprehensive knowledge of leading technology audit practices.

* Extensive experience working closely with the first-line senior technology leadership team to ensure risks are appropriately recognized and addressed.

* Extensive experience working with financial regulators, as well as demonstrated board-level interaction.

Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills with ability to analyze complex business problems and make sound business decisions.

* Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, including outstanding ability to summarize complex issues and articulate these in a succinct business context.

* Strong experience in project management, project implementation, and cross-organizational networking and coordination.

* Highly skilled in managing effective and efficient team development for a dynamic internal audit function.

* Proactive leader with unquestionable integrity.

* Travel up to 20% to domestic and international sites.

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 236,300.00 to 369,300.00 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.