VISA

About Visa Visa is a global innovator in digital payments, connecting consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and governments in more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to enable individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive by providing the most trusted and seamless way to pay and be paid. At Visa, your work has global reach. You’ll tackle complex challenges, expand your expertise, and contribute to solutions that power commerce worldwide. If you’re looking to make a measurable impact — on your career, your community, and the global economy — your journey starts here. Role Overview Visa is seeking a senior legal professional to provide strategic counsel on privacy, data protection, regulatory compliance, and complex commercial matters within the Canadian market. Key Responsibilities Advise on privacy and data governance matters, including regulatory compliance and risk mitigation Provide guidance on Canadian regulatory frameworks, including the Retail Payments Activities Act, the Code of Conduct for the Payment Card Industry in Canada, and financial services legislation affecting Visa’s clients (such as the Bank Act and OSFI guidance) Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated commercial agreements and related legal documentation Interpret and advise on contractual rights and obligations, including dispute management and enforcement strategy Support ongoing regulatory compliance initiatives and manage aspects of Visa’s engagement with the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) and the Bank of Canada This is a hybrid position. In-office expectations will be discussed during the hiring process. Qualifications Minimum Requirements 10+ years of professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8+ years of experience with an advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA, Master’s); or 3+ years of experience with a PhD Preferred 10+ years of relevant legal experience with a Juris Doctor (JD), ideally in financial services, payments, or regulatory environments Additional Information Visa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics under applicable law. Visa is committed to accessibility and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.