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Account Director roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Australian nationals can renew the E-3 indefinitely without entering a lottery, making it a stable long-term option for senior client leadership careers in the U.S.
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Sr. Account Director
Job Description Summary
Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Account Director to lead a large, complex global client account within Global Occupier Services (GOS). This senior leadership role is responsible for overall account strategy, client satisfaction, service delivery excellence, and financial performance, while driving growth and innovation across the enterprise.
Job Description
- Serve as senior executive relationship manager for a large, global client account
- Define and execute the overall account vision, strategy, and performance goals aligned to client business objectives
- Lead multidisciplinary account teams across Integrated Facility Management, Transaction Management, Project & Development Services, Portfolio Administration, and Workplace Strategy
- Drive client satisfaction, innovation, and continuous improvement across all service lines
- Maintain full P&L ownership, including budgets, forecasts, profitability, and EBITDA targets
- Identify and execute opportunities for service expansion, increased share of wallet, and contract renewals
- Lead executive-level business reviews, governance meetings, and growth discussions
- Ensure disciplined contract management, proactive risk mitigation, and timely issue resolution
- Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Legal, Quality, Operations) to deliver best-in-class outcomes
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing account leadership team
- Foster a client-first culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and results
- Partner with HR on talent planning, succession planning, performance management, and DE&I initiatives
- Promote strong collaboration across Cushman & Wakefield service lines and global regions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s degree preferred
- 12–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global occupier services, outsourcing, or commercial real estate
- Proven success leading large, complex, global client accounts
- Demonstrated P&L ownership and financial management expertise
- Strong executive presence with excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Experience leading leaders within a matrixed organization
Work Environment
This role operates within a professional office environment and requires close collaboration with global teams and senior client stakeholders. Travel may be required based on client and account needs.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $221,000.00 - $260,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Sr. Account Director
Job Description Summary
Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Account Director to lead a large, complex global client account within Global Occupier Services (GOS). This senior leadership role is responsible for overall account strategy, client satisfaction, service delivery excellence, and financial performance, while driving growth and innovation across the enterprise.
Job Description
- Serve as senior executive relationship manager for a large, global client account
- Define and execute the overall account vision, strategy, and performance goals aligned to client business objectives
- Lead multidisciplinary account teams across Integrated Facility Management, Transaction Management, Project & Development Services, Portfolio Administration, and Workplace Strategy
- Drive client satisfaction, innovation, and continuous improvement across all service lines
- Maintain full P&L ownership, including budgets, forecasts, profitability, and EBITDA targets
- Identify and execute opportunities for service expansion, increased share of wallet, and contract renewals
- Lead executive-level business reviews, governance meetings, and growth discussions
- Ensure disciplined contract management, proactive risk mitigation, and timely issue resolution
- Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Legal, Quality, Operations) to deliver best-in-class outcomes
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing account leadership team
- Foster a client-first culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and results
- Partner with HR on talent planning, succession planning, performance management, and DE&I initiatives
- Promote strong collaboration across Cushman & Wakefield service lines and global regions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or Master’s degree preferred
- 12–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global occupier services, outsourcing, or commercial real estate
- Proven success leading large, complex, global client accounts
- Demonstrated P&L ownership and financial management expertise
- Strong executive presence with excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Experience leading leaders within a matrixed organization
Work Environment
This role operates within a professional office environment and requires close collaboration with global teams and senior client stakeholders. Travel may be required based on client and account needs.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $221,000.00 - $260,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Account Director
Frame your CV for U.S. client metrics
U.S. hiring managers evaluate Account Directors on revenue retained, accounts grown, and team size. Translate your Australian portfolio into dollar figures and percentage growth so your credentials read as immediately comparable to domestic candidates.
Target agencies with multi-market client rosters
Large integrated agencies and holding companies like WPP, Omnicom, and IPG have dedicated immigration coordinators and file LCAs routinely. Mid-size independents often need educating on the E-3 before they'll commit to sponsorship.
Raise the E-3 before the offer stage
Introducing visa requirements after a verbal offer creates friction. Mention during final-round interviews that you're an Australian national eligible for the E-3, which requires no lottery and minimal employer cost, so legal approval isn't a surprise.
Confirm your degree field supports the role
DOL requires the LCA job title and duties to align with a specialty occupation. An Account Director role tied to strategic brand management is well supported by a business or marketing degree. A general arts degree may draw scrutiny and require additional documentation.
Use Migrate Mate to manage the filing process
Once your offer is signed, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This removes the coordination burden from your new employer and reduces the risk of delays before your start date.
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Find Account Director JobsAccount Director E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Account Director jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering generic job boards manually, Migrate Mate surfaces Account Director positions at employers with confirmed sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't support an E-3.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Account Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. The E-3 requires the role to be a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Account Director positions tied to strategic client management, integrated marketing, or business development consistently meet this threshold. Roles that are more generalist or where any degree field is accepted may require a stronger supporting brief from your employer.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for an Account Director?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian Account Directors. There's no annual lottery, no cap risk, and the process moves faster since consular processing in Australia typically takes a few weeks rather than months. H-1B registration opens once a year in March and selection is random, meaning you could wait over a year for a slot. For a senior hire, most employers find the E-3 timeline far easier to work around.
Can I change employers on an E-3 while working in the U.S.?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and visa stamp for each employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so if you're moving from one agency to another, your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL before you start. If your current visa stamp hasn't expired you may be able to work under the new approval, but many Account Directors return to Australia for a new stamp to avoid any ambiguity about their status.
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