Corporate Philanthropy Lead

About the role

As the Corporate Philanthropy Lead at Global Payments, you will build and lead the company’s global corporate philanthropy program. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy & Integrated Communications, you will develop and execute the corporate philanthropy strategy, including community investment, nonprofit partnerships, disaster relief, governance, impact measurement, and strategic storytelling. This role involves collaboration across Corporate Communications, People, Culture & Change, Legal, Finance, Marketing, and global business leaders to establish a scalable philanthropy program that strengthens communities while advancing the company’s priorities, culture, and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Program Leadership
  • Lead the development and execution of Global Payments’ global corporate philanthropy strategy.
  • Establish a focused community investment strategy aligned with company priorities and business objectives.
  • Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for philanthropy and community investment.
  • Benchmark peer companies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
  • Partner with Corporate Communications leadership to continuously evolve the company’s community investment strategy.
• Community Investment & Partnerships
  • Build and manage a portfolio of nonprofit partnerships aligned with strategic investment priorities.
  • Evaluate partnership opportunities, grant requests, and sponsorship investments.
  • Develop funding criteria and recommend charitable investments.
  • Build long-term relationships with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and strategic partners.
  • Develop disaster relief strategies and charitable response frameworks.
• Governance & Operations
  • Establish governance, policies, and operational processes for corporate philanthropy.
  • Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Finance to ensure charitable activities align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Define approval processes, decision rights, and funding guidelines.
  • Manage philanthropy budgets and annual planning processes.
  • Build scalable operating models that enable consistent global execution.
• Employee & Community Engagement
  • Develop strategies that encourage employee participation in community investment initiatives.
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support enterprise community engagement efforts.
  • Collaborate with regional leaders and business partners to help scale community investment programs globally.
  • Develop frameworks that strengthen employee engagement through volunteerism and community involvement.
• Measurement & Reporting
  • Define KPIs that measure community impact, employee participation, and business value.
  • Develop executive dashboards and performance reporting.
  • Measure program effectiveness and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Support Corporate Citizenship, ESG, and Annual Report reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrate how community investment contributes to broader corporate objectives.
• Communications & Storytelling
  • Partner with Corporate Communications to showcase the impact of Global Payments’ community investment efforts.
  • Identify compelling stories that highlight employees, nonprofit partners, and communities.
  • Support executive communications related to philanthropy initiatives.
  • Help position Global Payments as a leader in corporate citizenship through strategic storytelling and thought leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate philanthropy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), community investment, nonprofit leadership, or a related field.
• Experience designing and leading enterprise-level philanthropy or community investment programs.
• Experience managing nonprofit partnerships and charitable investments.
• Demonstrated experience building programs, governance structures, and operational processes.
• Strong understanding of corporate giving, nonprofit partnerships, and charitable compliance.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization.
• Experience presenting recommendations and results to senior leadership.
• Must be based in the Atlanta metropolitan area and able to work in a hybrid environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a Fortune 500 or global organization.
• Experience supporting ESG, Corporate Citizenship, or sustainability initiatives.
• Experience developing impact measurement frameworks and executive reporting.
• Experience managing philanthropy budgets and charitable investment portfolios.

About the Team

Our inclusive and global team collaborates to achieve success every day. We pride ourselves on having the best minds in the industry, offering dynamic opportunities for career growth in an ever-evolving company. At Global Payments, we think like clients, act like owners, and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative, always seeking better ways to deliver impact, and we empower each other to make decisions driven by passion and excellence.

Benefits

• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business.
• Access to learning, development, and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise.
• A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter.
• Time to give back through community and charity initiatives.
• A global employee assistance program to support your wellbeing.
• Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements.

For more details, visit Global Payments Benefits.

At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future immigration sponsorship.