Sr. Associate Counsel, M&A and Investments

Visa•San Francisco, CA

7d•$180,600 - $289,300•Hybrid

About The Position

This attorney in Visa’s Legal and Compliance group will be part of the team that works on Visa’s global M&A transactions and investments in support of Visa’s corporate development and venture investments teams. This job is based in San Francisco, CA or Atlanta, GA. The attorney will work with internal clients to explore M&A and investment opportunities and execute transactions. The attorney will support transaction teams from the legal and compliance groups and work collaboratively with other members of the legal and compliance team and other stakeholders within the company.

Requirements

5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD
6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
Admitted to practice law in the United States and in good standing.
Experience as a lawyer at an international law firm, with a primary focus on M&A.
Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal instruction and oversight.
Willingness to both lead transactions and support transactions, as needs arise.
Passion for excellence.
Ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent judgment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.

Nice To Haves

Experience in regulated industries or in payments or technology industries a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Support the review, drafting and negotiation of definitive documents and other agreements.
Conduct and help coordinate due diligence efforts and support review of materials.
Support the development of legal aspects of Visa’s M&A and investment strategy, including by reviewing executive presentations and other materials.
Help coordinate and contribute to integration of newly acquired businesses.
Supervise outside counsel and effectively manage legal costs.
Design, recommend and implement new processes and procedures to increase team efficiency and organization and the effectiveness of team efforts.
Deliver clear and concise business-focused legal counsel.
Untangle and analyze complex legal issues.