Sr Manager, Portfolio Management - job 20 of 20

As a Senior Manager of Portfolio Management at Visa, your key responsibilities will include translating the finance vision into a robust technology architecture, managing the implementation roadmap, and collaborating with finance and IT leaders. You'll be involved in developing strategic communication, conducting business case analyses, and determining opportunities for business improvements to support our Finance teams effectively.

To excel in the Senior Manager, Portfolio Management role at Visa, candidates should possess a strong background in finance technology and system strategy, preferably with experience overseeing large, global transformations. A solid understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority are vital qualifications for success in this position.

The Senior Manager of Portfolio Management at Visa supports the Finance organization by driving the modernization of Finance technology, facilitating sessions for aligning strategic roadmaps, and evaluating business needs to recommend enhancements. By collaborating across various teams and stakeholders, the role ensures that finance initiatives are executed successfully and deliver meaningful improvements in operations.

The work environment for the Senior Manager, Portfolio Management at Visa is dynamic and collaborative, involving interaction with various teams and partners. The role operates in a hybrid model, providing flexibility between working from the office and remotely. This position encourages innovative thinking and requires working effectively in a matrixed structure, enhancing your experience in a fast-paced corporate culture.

As a Senior Manager of Portfolio Management at Visa, you will have numerous career growth opportunities. You will be exposed to high-level finance strategy and technology implementation, which can lead to further advancement in leadership positions within Visa. Additionally, you will gain valuable experience working with cutting-edge technology and collaborating with cross-functional teams, preparing you for future roles in finance, strategy, or operations.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples of how you've developed and managed technology roadmaps in conjunction with finance strategies. Discuss your approach to stakeholder engagement and how your efforts led to successful project outcomes.

To respond effectively, explain your method for assessing project value and alignment with organizational goals. Highlight how you utilize analytics and stakeholder feedback to ensure the most impactful projects receive priority.

Discuss your experiences translating complex financial information into understandable terms for non-financial colleagues. Mention techniques such as using visuals, analogies, or simplified summaries to enhance understanding and foster collaboration.

Share your experience with Agile methodologies, emphasizing specific projects where you implemented Agile practices. Highlight your familiarity with frameworks like Scrum or Kanban and how these methods contributed to project success.

Focus on a specific project that had significant challenges. Describe the obstacles faced, your approach to resolving them, and the lessons learned, showcasing your problem-solving skills and resilience during adversity.

Articulate your views on the transformative impact of technology in finance. Provide examples of how you've seen technology streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance collaboration across finance functions.

Share a specific instance when you collaborated with teams outside of finance, demonstrating your ability to build relationships and create a shared understanding of goals. Highlight the outcome of this collaboration and its impact on project success.

Discuss your budgeting practices, including how you monitor expenses, assess project risks, and communicate any variances to stakeholders. Emphasize your proactive approach to staying aligned with budgetary constraints.

Describe the key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics you use to evaluate finance projects. Include examples of how you assess both quantitative and qualitative outcomes to determine project effectiveness.

Explain your facilitation strategy for engaging various stakeholders in discussions. Highlight the importance of empathy, active listening, and consensus-building techniques you employ to drive alignment and collaboration.