Sr. Associate Counsel, Global Securities and Corporate Governance

Visa•San Francisco, CA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Associate Counsel to join our Global Securities and Corporate Governance Team. This position will report to our VP, Corporate. Essential Functions Primary responsibilities for this position include supporting the Global Securities and Corporate Governance team in U.S. public company matters, such as preparing and reviewing SEC and NYSE filings, earnings preparation, capital market transactions, and other corporate matters. Responsibilities also include supporting the board of directors and advising on corporate governance, investor relations, general corporate, finance and treasury-related matters. This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Requirements

5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's 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
Juris Doctor degree or foreign equivalent
Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Knowledge of U.S. securities, corporate governance, and general corporate matters
Advise on securities law and SEC compliance and public company reporting activities, including current and periodic reports, annual reports, registration statements, Section 16 filings and foreign equity filings.
Support Investor Relations, Controllership, Treasury, Equity, Corporate Communications and other legal and cross-functional teams to execute and manage key corporate projects and transactions
Assist on corporate governance matters, including preparing and reviewing Board of Director and committee meeting agendas and materials as well as subsidiary governance
Have good judgment and strong analytical skills combined with a practical approach to problem solving
A high level of self-motivation, initiative, and ability to operate effectively as a collaborative team player across different functions, senior leaders and other colleagues.
Ability to be responsive and flexible in a fast-paced and challenging environment
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to details
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's 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
5 years of experience, combination of in-house and law firm experience preferred

Responsibilities

preparing and reviewing SEC and NYSE filings
earnings preparation
capital market transactions
supporting the board of directors
advising on corporate governance, investor relations, general corporate, finance and treasury-related matters