E-3 Visa Business Development Analyst Jobs
Business Development Analyst roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure two-year renewable status with no lottery and no annual cap, making this one of the most direct paths to U.S. employment in commercial strategy and growth.
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Under the supervision of a Business Development Manager, the Business Development Analyst (Litigation), based in the Firm’s New York office, works proactively with partners in the Litigation Group and colleagues in Business Development, Communications, Events and other teams across the Firm to generate business and to expand Firm, practice and lawyer profiles. The role offers significant exposure to high-profile litigation matters, senior partners and strategic business development initiatives. The role requires excellent judgment, strong writing and analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple partner-facing projects in a high-performance environment.
Responsibilities
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Under the supervision of a Business Development Manager:
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Prepare pitches, responses to RFPs and marketing materials that effectively communicate the Firm’s relevant experience and strengths.
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Provide support and help coordinate business development initiatives for partners, including efforts to generate new business, strengthen client relationships and increase visibility.
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Research and help identify new business opportunities and strategic sponsorships tailored to business development goals.
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Draft submissions for Chambers USA and other legal directories, including managing deadlines, incorporating partner feedback and managing reference collection.
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Monitor news and developments relating to the Firm’s Litigation practices.
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Ensure timely updating of all marketing materials, including practice pages and bios, with new matter descriptions, achievements and other relevant information.
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Ensure consistent record-keeping of all Firm matters and partner BD activity, including client outreach, pitches, meetings and trainings in the Firm’s CRM and experience management systems.
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Handle conference sponsorship requests.
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Conduct research on companies and industries, including litigation exposure and counsel.
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Collaborate with colleagues across the following teams:
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Communications: Coordinate on identifying and pursuing key media, PR, awards and legal directory opportunities, and ensure appropriate promotion of matter wins, awards and rankings and BD initiatives on Firm and external channels.
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Events: Coordinate on planning and execution of client and Firm events.
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Competitive Intelligence: Leverage research that supports practice positioning and client development.
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Creative Services: Produce polished materials that align with the Firm’s branding.
In addition, all employees must adhere to responsibilities related to maintaining Firm and client information. This includes complying with the Firm’s information security policies, protecting Firm assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference, and reporting security events or potential events or other security risks to management.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Prior business development experience supporting litigation practices in a top-tier U.S. law firm preferred.
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Excellent writing/editing, proofreading, grammar and research skills (a writing and editing test is required).
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Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
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The ability to handle time-sensitive requests from multiple lawyers while generating quality work product in a fast-paced environment.
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An understanding of the litigation lifecycle, terminology, courts and regulators.
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Proficiency in standard spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint), CRM, experience management and research platforms, and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and a poised, professional manner that conveys confidence and excellent judgment when interacting with the Firm's most senior lawyers and staff.
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The ability to incorporate feedback to improve work and foster professional development.
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A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism that are the hallmarks of Sullivan & Cromwell's legal practice.
Education and Experience
Three to five years of business development experience in a law firm, financial institution or other professional services environment. BA or equivalent required.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation
The base salary range offered for this role will be between $95,000 and $135,000. When determining a candidate’s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the Firm.
The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits. For a more comprehensive list of employee benefits, please visit Professional Staff I Careers | Sullivan & Cromwell LLP.
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of a Business Development Manager, the Business Development Analyst (Litigation), based in the Firm’s New York office, works proactively with partners in the Litigation Group and colleagues in Business Development, Communications, Events and other teams across the Firm to generate business and to expand Firm, practice and lawyer profiles. The role offers significant exposure to high-profile litigation matters, senior partners and strategic business development initiatives. The role requires excellent judgment, strong writing and analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple partner-facing projects in a high-performance environment.
Responsibilities
-
Under the supervision of a Business Development Manager:
-
Prepare pitches, responses to RFPs and marketing materials that effectively communicate the Firm’s relevant experience and strengths.
-
Provide support and help coordinate business development initiatives for partners, including efforts to generate new business, strengthen client relationships and increase visibility.
-
Research and help identify new business opportunities and strategic sponsorships tailored to business development goals.
-
Draft submissions for Chambers USA and other legal directories, including managing deadlines, incorporating partner feedback and managing reference collection.
-
Monitor news and developments relating to the Firm’s Litigation practices.
-
Ensure timely updating of all marketing materials, including practice pages and bios, with new matter descriptions, achievements and other relevant information.
-
Ensure consistent record-keeping of all Firm matters and partner BD activity, including client outreach, pitches, meetings and trainings in the Firm’s CRM and experience management systems.
-
Handle conference sponsorship requests.
-
Conduct research on companies and industries, including litigation exposure and counsel.
-
Collaborate with colleagues across the following teams:
-
Communications: Coordinate on identifying and pursuing key media, PR, awards and legal directory opportunities, and ensure appropriate promotion of matter wins, awards and rankings and BD initiatives on Firm and external channels.
-
Events: Coordinate on planning and execution of client and Firm events.
-
Competitive Intelligence: Leverage research that supports practice positioning and client development.
-
Creative Services: Produce polished materials that align with the Firm’s branding.
In addition, all employees must adhere to responsibilities related to maintaining Firm and client information. This includes complying with the Firm’s information security policies, protecting Firm assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference, and reporting security events or potential events or other security risks to management.
QUALIFICATIONS
-
Prior business development experience supporting litigation practices in a top-tier U.S. law firm preferred.
-
Excellent writing/editing, proofreading, grammar and research skills (a writing and editing test is required).
-
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
-
The ability to handle time-sensitive requests from multiple lawyers while generating quality work product in a fast-paced environment.
-
An understanding of the litigation lifecycle, terminology, courts and regulators.
-
Proficiency in standard spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint), CRM, experience management and research platforms, and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
-
Excellent interpersonal skills and a poised, professional manner that conveys confidence and excellent judgment when interacting with the Firm's most senior lawyers and staff.
-
The ability to incorporate feedback to improve work and foster professional development.
-
A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism that are the hallmarks of Sullivan & Cromwell's legal practice.
Education and Experience
Three to five years of business development experience in a law firm, financial institution or other professional services environment. BA or equivalent required.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation
The base salary range offered for this role will be between $95,000 and $135,000. When determining a candidate’s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the Firm.
The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits. For a more comprehensive list of employee benefits, please visit Professional Staff I Careers | Sullivan & Cromwell LLP.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Business Development Analyst
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your Australian bachelor's degree must map directly to the Business Development Analyst role. A three-year business or economics degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but confirm your transcript supports the specialty occupation argument before applying.
Target employers with active LCA history
Search the DOL's public disclosure data for companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for business analyst or business development roles. Prior LCA filings signal that the employer understands E-3 visa sponsorship and won't stall when you raise the process.
Raise the E-3 before the offer stage
Most U.S. hiring managers haven't heard of the E-3 visa. Introduce it during final-round conversations, not after the offer, so the employer's HR team has time to engage a filing service without delaying your start date.
Clarify the prevailing wage obligation early
The LCA requires your employer to certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. If the posted range is below the DOL wage level for that metro area, the LCA will fail. Confirm this before negotiating your final number.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle the LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation. Employers without in-house immigration counsel benefit most, since the entire process is managed without requiring a traditional law firm.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions at the consulate
E-3 visas require you to demonstrate nonimmigrant intent at your Australian consulate interview. Have a clear explanation of your U.S. role, your employer's business, and why you're positioned to return to Australia if your employment ends.
E-3 Visa Business Development Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Business Development Analyst jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters roles by E-3 sponsorship eligibility so you're not applying blind to employers who have no experience with Australian visa holders. Standard job boards don't surface E-3 sponsorship history, which means most Australians waste time on applications that go nowhere.
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 a Business Development Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It qualifies when the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business, economics, marketing, or finance. Roles described as requiring any degree in any field, or where degree requirements are listed as preferred rather than required, can fail the specialty occupation test. The job description wording matters significantly at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Business Development Analyst roles?
The E-3 has no lottery, no annual numerical cap, and is available year-round. H-1B visa registrations for the same role enter a random lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate in recent fiscal years. For Australian professionals, the E-3 is a direct path: you need a qualifying job offer and a certified LCA, not a lottery slot.
Can I change employers after starting work on an E-3 as a Business Development Analyst?
Yes, but the process starts over with each new employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to attend a new consulate appointment in Australia or apply for a change of status if you're already in the United States. There's no portability provision equivalent to what exists under H-1B.