Associate Counsel, Commercial - job 12 of 25

As an Associate Counsel, Commercial at Visa, you'll be tasked with drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, providing legal support for issuer processing products, and advising business teams on commercial considerations. You'll also lead the review of marketing materials and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Candidates for the Associate Counsel, Commercial position at Visa should ideally possess a law degree from an accredited institution, along with several years of experience in corporate or commercial law. Strong analytical, negotiation, and client counseling skills are vital, along with a collaborative and optimistic approach to teamwork.

In the Associate Counsel, Commercial role at Visa, your contributions will directly impact the achievement of business objectives by providing insightful legal guidance, drafting agreements that promote sound business relationships, and ensuring legal compliance, all of which helps to mitigate risks in our commercial endeavors.

The work environment for an Associate Counsel, Commercial at Visa is dynamic and collaborative. You'll be part of a supportive legal team that values creativity and problem-solving, navigating various challenges in a fast-paced atmosphere, while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality legal counsel.

The Associate Counsel, Commercial position at Visa is based in either Denver, CO, Atlanta, GA, or Austin, TX. This role is hybrid, offering flexibility in work arrangements, with specific in-office days determined by your hiring manager.

In answering this question, focus on specific examples from your past roles that highlight your skills in drafting and negotiating agreements. Discuss the types of agreements you’ve worked on, your approach to balancing business needs with legal compliance, and any successful outcomes that stemmed from your negotiations.

To effectively answer this, emphasize your knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, as well as your process for staying updated. Discuss how you collaborate with compliance teams and attorneys to review documents and agreements to ensure adherence to these regulations.

In your response, illustrate your proactive communication style. Share how you simplify complex legal concepts for business teams, provide actionable advice, and foster a trusting relationship that encourages open dialogue about potential risks and solutions.

When responding to this question, choose a specific legal challenge. Detail the context, your thought process, the actions you took to resolve the issue, and the eventual outcome. This demonstrates your problem-solving abilities and legal acumen.

In your answer, highlight your organizational skills and time management techniques. Discuss specific tools or methods you implement to prioritize tasks and allocate your time efficiently, ensuring that you can meet deadlines while maintaining quality work.

Elaborate on how you tailor your communication style to meet the needs of your clients. Mention strategies like active listening, establishing regular check-ins, and using visual aids to enhance understanding of complex legal matters.

Your answer should reflect your diplomatic skills and ability to engage in constructive discussions. Discuss how you remain calm, listen to diverse perspectives, and work toward a resolution that respects legal parameters and business goals.

Discuss your experience in managing outside legal counsel, including selecting attorneys, setting objectives, and ensuring quality work and cost-effectiveness. Providing specific examples can help illustrate your management skills in this area.

Here, you should detail your role during a product launch, focusing on the legal aspects. Describe how you supported the launch from a legal standpoint, what challenges you faced, and how your efforts helped the business achieve its goals.

In your response, convey your passion for the fintech industry and Visa’s mission. Discuss how your skills and experiences align with Visa’s values and goals, and express your enthusiasm for contributing to a leading company in the financial services space.