Associate Counsel, Product & Transactional - job 10 of 42

As an Associate Counsel, Product & Transactional at Visa, you will focus on supporting Visa's Value-Added Services by managing transactional legal matters and providing sophisticated counsel regarding various product offerings. You'll draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, advise on regulatory compliance, and collaborate with business teams to achieve their goals. This role also includes leading the review of marketing materials and ensuring they meet legal requirements.

Visa looks for candidates with substantial experience in product and commercial law, preferably within the tech or financial sectors. Perfect candidates will possess excellent judgment, strong analytical skills, and a knack for problem-solving. A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively are essential, along with collaborative teamwork skills and an optimistic outlook.

In the Associate Counsel, Product & Transactional role at Visa, you will work closely with various business teams to understand their objectives. This collaboration is key to developing impactful product offerings and ensuring compliance with applicable laws. You will be seen as a trusted advisor, counseling business leaders on transactional matters and regulatory implications, which highlights the importance of effective communication in this position.

Key skills for success in this role include strong analytical and negotiation abilities, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the capacity to navigate complex legal issues efficiently. You'll also need to have excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across departments, as well as the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment.

The work environment for an Associate Counsel, Product & Transactional at Visa is dynamic and collaborative. The position is hybrid, meaning that flexibility is prioritized, with a combination of in-office and remote work. You will be part of a supportive legal team where creativity and optimism are encouraged, allowing you to make a real impact in a bustling, rewarding workplace.

When answering this question, share specific examples of agreements you've drafted, focusing on the complexity and nature of those transactions. Highlight any challenges you overcame and how your legal expertise contributed to successful outcomes.

Discuss your time management strategies and tools you use to stay organized. Provide an example of a time when you successfully juggled various projects and explain how you prioritized tasks effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining quality.

In your answer, outline your process for staying updated on relevant laws and regulations. Discuss how you integrate compliance checks into your workflow and provide examples of how you've navigated regulatory challenges in previous roles.

Share a specific instance where you collaborated with other departments, such as product development or marketing. Highlight your role in the collaboration, the outcome achieved, and how effective communication played a crucial role in your success.

Explain the context of the situation and the legal issues at hand. Discuss how you communicated your advice clearly and sensitively, ensuring that your client understood the implications while maintaining a constructive relationship.

Mention specific resources you rely on, such as legal journals, professional networks, or continuing education. Explain how you apply this knowledge to your role as an Associate Counsel, demonstrating your commitment to staying informed.

Here, discuss your conflict resolution skills. Describe a scenario where you might have disagreed with a colleague and how you approached the situation constructively, focusing on collaboration and finding a common ground.

Reflect on how the fast-paced nature of technology can lead to rapid changes in legal requirements and how you adapt to these changes. Provide insights on the importance of continuous learning and agility in this role.

Outline your methodology for reviewing marketing content, emphasizing attention to detail and knowledge of applicable laws. Discuss any past experiences where you've identified compliance issues and how you resolved them.

Share your passion for product development and helping businesses succeed through sound legal guidance. Discuss specific aspects of product and transactional law that excite you—the blend of creativity, strategy, and the opportunity to shape innovative solutions.