Manager, Global VAS Communications

Job Description
Visa is looking for a Manager of Global Value-Added Services (VAS) Communications, working on external storytelling and thought leadership efforts. The ideal candidate will join a team of smart, driven communicators who develop the stories that shape ongoing perception of the iconic Visa brand.  We are a group that loves to laugh and support each other, while always challenging and encouraging each other to deliver our best work.
As Manager, you will help promote Visa's growing VAS business around the world, spreading the word about new and existing products, services and partnerships. In your day-to-day, you’ll amplify product news, identify and pursue thought leadership opportunities, build relationships with key stakeholders, and help shape public perception around key topics like innovation in payments, fraud trends, new partnerships, and more. As a global team member, you’ll spend a good amount of time working with colleagues both here in the US and abroad, sharing information, aligning on plans and goals, and moving the communications agenda forward via strong business relationships.   
Essential Functions
The candidate will also:
Support both day-to-day communications and high-visibility campaigns across Value-Added Services.
Operate with a global mindset and work with Visa’s regional communications teams, informing and supporting them on developments relevant across multiple regions.
Contribute to and project manage communications plans, taking ownership of socialization and tactical execution - as well as outcomes and reporting.
Create a variety of written materials, including but not limited to: press releases, blog posts, paid editorial and case studies.
Manage data measurement agency to track KPIs and help compile key wins to showcase great work to internal stakeholders.
Have experience turning data/research into storytelling/news opportunities.
Have a digital first mindset and collaborate with the digital content team to leverage social media channels for campaign amplification.
Develop relationships with key influencers and media covering relevant news areas and mine for new opportunities.
Work with partners to manage third-party initiatives and announcements.
This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.