Vice President, Global Head of Executive Recruiting

Visa

Visa executive recruiting leader shaping global VP, SVP, and C-suite hiring across payments technology. Leading worldwide search strategy, governance, talent pipelines, analytics, and distributed recruiting teams.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $216,300 - $400,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive talent acquisition, including the design and governance of global executive search operating models, advanced data analytics, and the ability to influence C-suite executives. Committed to fostering inclusive hiring practices and building diverse talent pipelines while driving innovation in recruitment processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Executive Talent Acquisition LeadershipGlobal Executive Search Operating Model DesignAdvanced Data AnalyticsC-Suite Advisory and InfluenceInclusive Hiring Practices

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Hard Skills

Executive SearchTalent Acquisition MetricsGovernance StandardsAssessment PlatformsAI-Enabled Recruiting ToolsSuccession PlanningCandidate AssessmentCompensation FrameworksTalent Intelligence PlatformsCross-Border Executive Hiring

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsLeadership and Team DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementInfluencing SkillsPassion for Innovation

Tools & Technologies

Data-Driven Decision-Making ToolsTalent Mapping ToolsAnalytics PlatformsExecutive Search SoftwareAssessment Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesPaymentsFintechTechnology IndustriesGlobal Labor Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, own, and continuously evolve Visa's Global Executive Search Operating Model
Set enterprise-wide strategic direction for executive talent acquisition
Establish governance, quality, and compliance standards across five global regions
Drive innovation through AI-enabled tools, assessment platforms, and data-driven decision-making
Define and monitor executive TA metrics, SLAs, and KPIs and deliver executive-level reporting
Advise the C-suite and senior business leaders on talent strategy, organizational design, succession planning, and talent decisions
Anticipate leadership needs and build proactive executive hiring and succession pipelines
Advise on role definition, level calibration, candidate assessment, and compensation considerations
Represent Global Executive TA in senior leadership forums and strategic planning
Lead, inspire, and develop a globally distributed executive talent acquisition team
Manage team capacity, search prioritization, and resource allocation
Coach regional leaders and recruiters on sourcing, assessment, stakeholder management, AI, and data tools
Maintain delivery accountability for strategically critical global executive searches
Champion a premium, high-touch candidate experience
Partner with Workforce Planning, Total Rewards, People Business Partners, Talent Management, and Preboarding teams
Oversee external executive search partners and ensure alignment, governance, and cost effectiveness
Develop and govern proactive talent mapping and external leadership talent pools
Monitor competitor talent movements, leadership trends, and global compensation benchmarks
Drive a data-first culture using analytics, talent intelligence platforms, and reporting tools
Provide forward-looking insights on executive talent availability, competitor activity, hiring trends, and market dynamics
Maintain expertise in global executive labor markets, cross-border regulations, cultural nuances, and compensation dynamics

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 or more years of work experience with a bachelor's Degree, or at least 10 years of experience with an Advanced degree, or at least 8 years of work experience with a PhD
Preferred: 15 or more years of experience with an Advanced Degree
Success leading and closing VP, SVP, EVP, and C-suite executive searches in large, matrixed, global enterprises
Significant experience leading, building, developing, and inspiring geographically distributed executive recruiting teams
Experience designing and elevating a global executive search operating model, including process, governance, assessment, and technology enablement
Exceptional executive presence and communication skills
Ability to partner with, advise, influence, and build credibility with C-suite executives
Capability in advanced data analytics, executive hiring metrics, talent intelligence platforms, and AI-enabled recruiting tools
Extensive executive TA or executive search leadership experience across multiple regions and functions
Understanding of cross-border executive hiring, international labor markets, regulatory considerations, cultural talent dynamics, and executive compensation frameworks
Background in financial services, payments, fintech, or technology industries strongly preferred
Commitment to inclusive hiring practices and diverse talent pipelines
Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and elevating executive talent acquisition

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential bonus
Equity eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program