The Global Hospitality team optimizes Visa’s Global Sponsorship properties to deepen partnerships, drive Visa business and to be recognized as an industry leader for the future of payments. We do this by developing unique, meaningful and relevant business to business and business to consumer experiences, naturally integrating Visa payment technology.

The Global Sponsorship Event Manager position will be responsible for supporting a diverse range of tasks directly related to company events and experiential projects surrounding sponsorships with a primary focus on the Olympic Games, FIFA and NFL. The GSM Event Manager will support the planning and execution of guest experience programs by assisting with program scope and the development of guest itineraries, researching and recommending vendors, creating proposals and contract negotiation, tracking assets, developing and tracking budgets, writing and developing registration and mobile app content, coordinating logistics including but not limited to venue site selection, premiums sourcing, attendee management, print development, food and beverage selection, and audio visual production.

The position requires a well-rounded set of skills, a high level of energy, flexibility and the perpetual enthusiasm to learn new things and take on new responsibilities. You thrive in a fast paced environment where you think big and outside the box but can also execute details flawlessly. You are creative and energized by pushing the boundaries, you can multi-task, prioritize, and you are a collaborative team player across cross-functional teams and agencies.

The position is based in Foster City, California and will report to the Sr. Director of Global Sponsorships. Travel is required for this position.

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