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Overview Vice President, Government Affairs and Policy – Mastercard Role: The successful candidate for this role will be responsible for the development of Mastercard’s global public policy positions related to payment network economics and the cost of acceptance, as well as the coordination of internal alignment around these positions. Key Responsibilities Tracking the evolution of global regulatory and policy measures designed to alter or restrict the role of market economics within payment networks, including but not limited to the regulation of interchange, scheme fees, and the introduction of routing requirements. Commissioning, conducting, and curating quantitative analysis into the economic value of payments and the unintended consequences of restrictions on network economics. Developing education, thought leadership, and advocacy materials designed to support local advocacy and policymaker engagement efforts around network economics and the cost of acceptance. Collaborating with Mastercard’s regional Government Affairs teams to shape local dialogues on this topic by driving the development of consultative responses, participating in the development of policy engagement strategies, and providing subject matter expert support for meetings with key stakeholders. Coordinating the internal sharing of insights and best practices related to network economics and developing structured approaches for reconciling diverging local approaches to restrictions on network economics. All About You A leading specialist in the economics of payment networks with a robust set of foundational economic qualifications (preferably a PhD, or at least a Masters level certification). Demonstrated experience in leading the development of advocacy materials and collaborating with local government affairs teams on the engagement of policy makers and the assembling of advocacy coalitions. Demonstrated experience managing projects within complex matrix organizations through effective coordination of resources from across teams/regions, and where necessary, the escalation of key decisions to executive leadership. A demonstrated capacity to effectively scope economic analysis and, where necessary, identify and engage best-in-class third party experts to conduct this analysis. A robust understanding of the key issues and stakeholders animating policy and regulatory debates around payments, network economics, and competition. A demonstrated capacity to “think like a policymaker,” placing yourself in the mindset of legislators, regulators, and standards setters to understand their underlying motivations and policy objectives. A demonstrated history of building strong working relationships with policy SMEs within the public sector (legislative, administrative, and regulatory) by serving as a trusted SME and source of private sector insights. The ability to analyze and manage complex issues, analyzing them from a range of perspectives, setting clear objectives, and working collaboratively with teammates towards a shared goal. Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility: All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines. Pay ranges and location information are provided as indicative and may vary by location. This description does not constitute a contract of employment. Mastercard benefits for full-time (and certain part-time) employees generally include insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid leave, 401k with company match, and other gender-inclusive benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mastercard

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