Sr. Director, Project Management- Network Policy Development

Capital One

Chicago, IL, United States
Base: $217,000 - $297,200 depending on location; b...
Drafting commercial contracts in financial services
Interpreting complex legal and technical requirements
Managing rule change submission and approval processes
This role is responsible for leading a team of legally trained professionals in drafting and developing Discover Payment Network Operating Regulations

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for leading a team of legally trained professionals in drafting and developing Discover Payment Network Operating Regulations.
  • The position requires translating complex legal, technical, and operational requirements into clear, implementable rules for diverse stakeholder audiences.
  • Candidates hired for this role are eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation including cash bonuses and long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for leading a team of legally trained professionals in drafting and developing Discover Payment Network Operating Regulations.

Salary

Base: $217,000 - $297,200 depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Performance based incentive compensation available; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and other benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting commercial contracts in financial services
  • Interpreting complex legal and technical requirements
  • Managing rule change submission and approval processes
  • Presenting strategic policy issues to leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Leveraging AI-assisted research and drafting tools
  • Collaborating with product and engineering teams
  • Understanding payment network governance models
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks for payments

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws degree
  • At least 5 years experience drafting commercial contracts
  • At least 6 years experience in contract interpretation and risk assessment
  • Not sponsored for new employment authorization

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization; no sponsorship provided

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