Visa: A Global Leader in Payment Technology
Visa Inc., a global leader in payment technology, facilitates an enormous volume of financial transactions each year. With more than 276 billion payments processed between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in over 200 territories and countries, Visa is truly a global force in its sector. The company strives to connect the world through the most reliable, secure, convenient, and innovative payments network. Visa’s mission is fuelled by a common purpose: to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. Read more about Visa’s corporate mission and job opportunities Here.
Life at Visa: Impact with Purpose
Working at Visa means making an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. The company is committed to fostering growth and development, offering employees the opportunity to align their personal passions with professional aspirations. At Visa, employees can take on new responsibilities, acquire new skills, and explore different aspects of Visa’s business.
Sponsor Bank Strategy & Sales Enablement Associate Role
The role of Sponsor Bank Strategy & Sales Enablement Associate is crucial to Visa’s growth and innovation journey. The individual in this position will be responsible for executing strategic initiatives across functions that provide substantial value to clients. They will also lead internal efforts to improve operational excellence for the client segment.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Sponsor Bank Strategy & Sales Enablement Associate at Visa is expected to:
- Participate in cross-functional projects to refine existing strategies and drive growth for Visa’s Sponsor Bank partners.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify client pain points and assist in launching new products and services.
- Create frameworks and processes to improve ‘specialized sales’ for Sponsorship in collaboration with other North America Sales teams.
- Support the alignment and implementation of strategies and operating models for the Sponsor Bank segment.
- Serve as the sales operations and sales excellence champion for the Sponsor Bank team by leading the process of tracking and measuring sales objectives to improve collaboration, pipeline management, goal setting, and recognition.
- Monitor market trends, activities, and competitor actions to deliver thought leadership and support the development of strategies and plans for clients.
- Upskill and educate internal teams on the Sponsor Bank segment to ensure continued improvement of the internal operating model.
- Serve as AI champion across the team.
Qualifications for the Role
Basic Qualifications
Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Economics or a related field, graduating between May 2025 and August 2026.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, demonstrating professional judgment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Basic knowledge of payment products.
- Proactive, self-starter, strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Client-focused, with a passion for solving client issues and tackling opportunities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and navigate through ambiguity.
- Curious mindset and a hands-on approach to all activities, with real passion for the payments industry.
Additional Information
Visa is an equal opportunity employer and ensures that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Wellness Program. The estimated salary for a new hire into this position is $72,000 USD, which may also include potential sales incentive payments. Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
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