Sr Manager, Portfolio Management - job 17 of 20

The Senior Manager, Portfolio Management at Visa is responsible for translating finance visions into a world-class technology architecture, developing and managing the end-state architecture and roadmap, and collaborating with stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities. This role also includes driving strategic communications, analyzing business needs, and implementing an Agile framework for project execution.

To be successful as a Senior Manager, Portfolio Management at Visa, candidates should have significant experience overseeing global transformations, a strong background in Finance technology, and proficiency in developing compelling business cases. Leadership skills, knowledge of Agile methodologies, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a matrixed environment are also essential.

In the Senior Manager, Portfolio Management role at Visa, you'll play a crucial role in finance modernization by collaborating with the Finance Leadership and IT teams, executing on a strategic roadmap that aligns technology with business growth. You'll drive major initiatives that enable sustainable change and streamline finance operations to create a world-class finance function.

Key skills for the Senior Manager, Portfolio Management position at Visa include strategic thinking, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in Agile frameworks, and experience in managing cross-functional teams. Being able to influence stakeholders without direct authority and using industry best practices to deliver recommendations is critical for this role.

As a Senior Manager, Portfolio Management at Visa, you can expect a hybrid work environment that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You’ll navigate a dynamic and matrixed structure where influence and innovation are key to achieving collective goals.

When responding to this question, it’s great to provide specific examples of previous roles where you managed large-scale technology transformations. Highlight your strategies, key challenges faced, and measurable outcomes. Discuss how you successfully drove change and the impact on the finance function.

In your answer, emphasize your approach to aligning initiatives with business priorities. Discuss how you gather input from stakeholders, assess impact versus effort, and use data to make informed decisions. This demonstrates strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.

Be prepared to discuss your familiarity with various project management methodologies, particularly Agile. Share experiences where you’ve utilized Agile practices to enhance team collaboration and project effectiveness, as well as any tools that helped you succeed.

When tackling this question, share your strategies for engaging stakeholders early in the process, fostering open communication, and addressing concerns. Emphasize your ability to build trust and collaboration, which can facilitate smoother transitions.

Highlight specific experiences where you have worked with third-party vendors to drive finance technology changes. Discuss your role in assessments, managing expectations, and ensuring that the collaboration meets both operational needs and project goals.

Your response should reflect your ability to foster collaboration and facilitate discussions between Finance and IT. Mention techniques you’ve used to create shared goals, communication channels, and regular check-ins to keep both teams on track.

Share a detailed account of a particular project, outlining your role, the objectives, challenges faced, and the ultimate results. Focus on specific metrics that demonstrate success and the lessons learned from the experience.

Discuss current trends such as automation, data analytics, and cloud solutions in finance technology. Share your insights on how these trends could influence Visa’s financial operations and what strategies you would promote to leverage them.

Talk about your process for researching industry best practices, how you assess their relevance to your organization, and the steps you take to implement them effectively. Examples of successful implementations would strengthen your answer.

Describe your method for creating business cases, focusing on key elements like market analysis, financial projections, risk assessments, and stakeholder benefits. Share an example where your business case led to successful project funding or approval.