Strategic Program Manager - Business Development

$112,500 - $163,050/Yr

Visa - Miami, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Miami, FL

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About the position

The Strategic Program Manager - Business Development at Visa is responsible for planning and executing key internal and client-facing strategic projects and events. This role requires a blend of strategic and tactical project management skills, with a focus on collaboration across various functions and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of projects that align with Visa's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and development of Visa's key event programs, ensuring alignment with regional strategic objectives.
• Direct all aspects of the event life cycle including project management, site selection, contracting, budgeting, attendee management, logistics, vendor management, and post-event reconciliation.
• Partner with business planning functions to formulate event strategies and content that align with Visa's strategic priorities.
• Act as a content and logistics consultant to Business Development Leaders, organizing strategic discussions with Regional Clients.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors to ensure flawless execution of events.
• Identify and solve obstacles, looking for simplification of processes and standardization throughout initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a centralized repository of guidelines, best practices, and past deliverables for event planning.
• Ensure proper closure of each project, including documentation and release of project resources.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD.
• At least 3 years of experience in Event Program Management or Project Management.
• Solid understanding of project and resource management techniques, methodologies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills, particularly with senior executive level stakeholders.
• Strong customer orientation with a focus on delivering impactful meetings for clients and attendees.

Nice-to-haves

• 7-10 years of work experience and a Bachelor's Degree or 6 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 years of experience with a PhD.
• Creative approach to event concept development with a desire to innovate and improve event aspects.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance