Visa - San Francisco, CA
posted 2 months ago
Visa's Talent Acquisition team is seeking a Director, Global Executive Talent Acquisition Research Leader to join our diverse and industry-leading Executive Talent Acquisition (ETA) team. The ETA Research Leader will successfully lead a global team of executive recruiting researchers, sourcers, and talent scouts, playing an essential role in driving overall company growth through advanced talent research, identification, attraction, sourcing, and engagement of Vice President and Senior Vice President executive leadership. This position requires an inspirational, innovative, and collaborative leader with a proven track record in executive recruiting, capable of managing and leading a team of executive sourcing professionals while also contributing as a member of the ETA global leadership team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to thrive in matrixed organizational structures, bringing clarity and direction to the team. They will be recognized as a subject matter expert in executive recruitment, building strong stakeholder relationships and fostering an inclusive work environment that inspires innovation and growth. This includes partnerships with cross-functional teams such as Recruiting, DE&I, Recruitment Marketing, TA Leadership, People Business, Legal, and Compensation teams. The role demands exceptional confidentiality, sensitivity, and integrity, with the ability to operate effectively in a complex, high-profile environment. In terms of executive talent acquisition expertise, the candidate must possess direct knowledge of talent intelligence tools and systems, leveraging them for executive talent research and industry mapping. They should have a proven ability to source, attract, engage, and screen top executive talent on a global scale, activating their team to develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies. A high level of business acumen is essential, with an understanding of the key financial drivers and dynamics related to growth and revenue goals of the organization. The role also involves participating in special projects across People, TA, and ETA teams, requiring excellent communication skills to partner with stakeholders at all levels and deliver proactive solutions in a timely manner.