Director, Service Experience Enablement

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About Us
Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.

Join Visa and do work that matters – to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.

Job Description

The Director, Service Experience Enablement is responsible for leading the transformation of the Service Experience organization into a scalable, enablement-driven function. This role oversees a team responsible for strategic program delivery, organizational enablement, change management, communications, and execution governance across the Risk and Security Solutions (RAS) portfolio.

Serving as a key partner to Product, Technology, and regional leadership teams, the Director will drive cross-functional alignment, operational readiness, and accountability for RAS strategic initiatives. The role will also lead AI and automation enablement efforts, helping teams adopt new capabilities, streamline processes, and evolve ways of working to improve organizational effectiveness and client outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a transformational leader who thrives in ambiguity, influences across a highly matrixed environment, and has a proven track record of translating strategy into execution.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Enablement & Transformation

Lead the evolution of the Service Experience organization toward an enablement-focused operating model.
Develop and implement frameworks, governance structures, and best practices that improve organizational effectiveness and scale.
Drive strategic initiatives that support business priorities, operational excellence, and organizational transformation.
Champion AI and automation enablement initiatives to enhance productivity, scalability, and ways of working.

Program Leadership & Execution

Lead a portfolio of complex cross-functional initiatives from planning through implementation.
Establish clear accountability, governance, milestones, and reporting mechanisms to ensure successful execution.
Identify and remove barriers to delivery while aligning stakeholders around shared objectives.
Drive execution rigor, transparency, and measurable outcomes across strategic programs.

Service Experience Leadership

Own the Service Experience framework across the RAS portfolio and drive continuous improvement efforts.
Partner with Product, Technology, Client Services, and regional stakeholders to improve adoption, readiness, and operational effectiveness.
Engage Technical Subject Matter Experts as needed to support Service Experience initiatives and priorities.
Monitor and drive performance against key Service Experience objectives and business outcomes.

Change Management & Communications

Lead organizational and stakeholder change management efforts supporting new processes, operating models, tools, and initiatives.
Develop and execute communication strategies that drive awareness, adoption, and alignment.
Create executive-level presentations, updates, and business communications for senior leadership.
Ensure consistent messaging and engagement across global teams and stakeholders.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Build, develop, and lead a high-performing team focused on enablement, execution, and transformation.
Serve as a trusted partner to leaders across Product, Technology, Client Services, and regional organizations.
Foster collaboration and alignment across a highly matrixed environment.
Lead special projects and strategic priorities on behalf of senior leadership.


Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD
Minimum 10 years of experience in program management, strategy, transformation, operations, enablement, or related disciplines.
Minimum 5 years of people leadership experience.
Proven experience leading large-scale cross-functional initiatives in a complex, matrixed environment.
Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and organizational leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
Experience within payments, fraud, risk, fintech, financial services, or operational environments.
Experience leading organizational transformation, change management, and operating model evolution initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple business functions.
Experience driving AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.
Familiarity with Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, or related continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments while maintaining a strong focus on execution and outcomes.

Why Visa

Visa is everywhere you want to be—making it easy to pay and get paid. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of shaping how AI transforms our internal operations, with visibility and influence that extends across the organization. If you're energized by building the future, leading talented teams, and driving meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you.

U.S. Applicants Only

The estimated salary range for this position is $160,100 to $271,400 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Hours

Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements

This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.