Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance - job 8 of 20

As the Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance at Visa, your main responsibilities include advising senior management on corporate law, managing Board meetings and related materials, overseeing annual shareholder meetings, and collaborating with global Legal and Risk teams to ensure compliance with NYSE and SEC regulations.

Candidates for the Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance position at Visa typically need a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school, significant experience in corporate law, preferably with expertise in governance and securities laws, and a strong understanding of NYSE and SEC compliance mandates.

The Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance interacts closely with Visa's Board of Directors by preparing crucial meeting agendas, compiling pre-meeting materials, drafting resolutions, and ensuring that meeting minutes adhere to legal requirements, thus facilitating informed decision-making.

The work culture for the Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance position at Visa is collaborative and supportive, emphasizing teamwork and communication across various departments to achieve corporate governance excellence while maintaining flexibility with a hybrid work arrangement.

Essential skills for a successful Sr. Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance at Visa include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and risk management within the context of both legal and corporate settings.

As you respond, consider detailing specific cases where you've advised boards or executive teams, highlighting any compliance issues you've navigated and the outcomes that benefited the organization.

Discuss your previous experiences involving these regulations, providing examples that demonstrate your understanding and how you've applied this knowledge to ensure compliance in corporate governance matters.

Focus on a specific instance, detailing the issues at hand, the steps you took to resolve the problem, and the results of your actions to showcase your problem-solving skills and legal acumen.

Outline your process, stressing the importance of clear communication, accuracy of information, and ensuring that all relevant legal guidelines are met and that the materials serve the board’s needs effectively.

Discuss your collaborative approach, emphasizing how you foster communication between teams to align on compliance strategies and share knowledge about different regulatory environments.

Share your methods for keeping informed, such as attending continuous legal education courses, following relevant legal publications, and participating in professional governance organizations or networks.

Provide insights into the logistics of planning and executing shareholder meetings, emphasizing any successful strategies you've employed to ensure smooth operations and compliance.

Talk about your communication style, including how you tailor your message for different audiences, clarify complex legal jargon, and ensure comprehension across varied stakeholders.

Articulate your perspective on the significance of corporate governance in maintaining organizational integrity, attracting investors, and building trust with stakeholders.

Detail strategies for managing conflicting interests diplomatically, showing your ability to balance legal obligations with the diverse needs of stakeholders while upholding the company’s best interests.