E-3 Visa Business Development Specialist Jobs
Business Development Specialist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when tied to a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Australian professionals benefit from the E-3's no-lottery structure and unlimited two-year renewals, making it a stable path for building a U.S. sales and growth career.
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced corporate business development professional to lead strategic initiatives, transactions, and partnerships for the cloud computing business. This is a unique opportunity to join Amazon's central Business and Corporate Development (BCD) organization in an AWS-focused CorpBD role.
This role will be highly visible at the most senior levels of Amazon. You will work with internal stakeholder teams to understand current cloud computing and AI trends and identify opportunities to drive growth and deliver innovation through inorganic initiatives and partnerships. We dive deep and provide thoughtful analysis, but have a bias for action, focused on quickly gaining enough context to enable informed decision-making. You will be required to handle multiple projects and be forward-thinking to effectively negotiate terms that benefit Amazon and our customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Take the lead to evaluate, negotiate, and manage complex and high-profile partnerships that create new capabilities or significantly advance strategies of our internal teams.
- Proactively seek out new partner opportunities, leveraging subject matter expertise and ability to develop conviction independently.
- Build internal relationships and act as a trusted advisor to AWS executives.
About the team
Corporate Business Development (CorpBD) is part of Amazon's central Business and Corporate Development (BCD) organization. We value innovative, analytical, technical and strategic thinkers, who are passionate about transformative initiatives to serve our customers. We are looking for candidates who enjoy solving complex problems, work effectively with cross-functional counterparts, and can thrive in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving. High judgment, ability to earn trust, and negotiation skills are critical to success on our team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 7+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience
- Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders
- Experience structuring and negotiating complex agreements and leading cross-functional groups to orchestrate and successfully complete deals
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust of senior management and external executives
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, creatively and innovate using sound business judgment and quantitative skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to build and maintain a network of relationships to help navigate complex situations and foster long-term opportunities
- 7+ years in technology business development, investment banking, or venture investing experience
- Experience structuring and negotiating technology/IP licenses and OEM license deals
- Experience with buy vs. build analysis and considerations
- Experience structuring and negotiating successful partnership go-to-market sales motions
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 213,000.00 - 288,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 193,600.00 - 261,900.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced corporate business development professional to lead strategic initiatives, transactions, and partnerships for the cloud computing business. This is a unique opportunity to join Amazon's central Business and Corporate Development (BCD) organization in an AWS-focused CorpBD role.
This role will be highly visible at the most senior levels of Amazon. You will work with internal stakeholder teams to understand current cloud computing and AI trends and identify opportunities to drive growth and deliver innovation through inorganic initiatives and partnerships. We dive deep and provide thoughtful analysis, but have a bias for action, focused on quickly gaining enough context to enable informed decision-making. You will be required to handle multiple projects and be forward-thinking to effectively negotiate terms that benefit Amazon and our customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Take the lead to evaluate, negotiate, and manage complex and high-profile partnerships that create new capabilities or significantly advance strategies of our internal teams.
- Proactively seek out new partner opportunities, leveraging subject matter expertise and ability to develop conviction independently.
- Build internal relationships and act as a trusted advisor to AWS executives.
About the team
Corporate Business Development (CorpBD) is part of Amazon's central Business and Corporate Development (BCD) organization. We value innovative, analytical, technical and strategic thinkers, who are passionate about transformative initiatives to serve our customers. We are looking for candidates who enjoy solving complex problems, work effectively with cross-functional counterparts, and can thrive in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving. High judgment, ability to earn trust, and negotiation skills are critical to success on our team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 7+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience
- Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders
- Experience structuring and negotiating complex agreements and leading cross-functional groups to orchestrate and successfully complete deals
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to earn trust of senior management and external executives
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, creatively and innovate using sound business judgment and quantitative skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to build and maintain a network of relationships to help navigate complex situations and foster long-term opportunities
- 7+ years in technology business development, investment banking, or venture investing experience
- Experience structuring and negotiating technology/IP licenses and OEM license deals
- Experience with buy vs. build analysis and considerations
- Experience structuring and negotiating successful partnership go-to-market sales motions
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, NY, New York - 213,000.00 - 288,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 193,600.00 - 261,900.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Business Development Specialist
Document your degree's field alignment
Your Australian bachelor's degree must connect directly to business development work. A degree in commerce, marketing, or international business supports specialty occupation status; a general arts degree with no business coursework creates an LCA vulnerability worth resolving before you apply.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs under SOC codes 11-2022 (Sales Managers) or 13-1161 (Market Research Analysts). Repeated filings signal a company that understands E-3 visa sponsorship mechanics and won't stall your offer letter.
Search Migrate Mate for E-3 sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to find Business Development Specialist roles at employers with verified E-3 sponsorship history. The platform filters by visa type so you're not cold-pitching companies unfamiliar with Australian treaty visa obligations. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you land an offer.
Clarify the job title on your offer letter
Consular officers scrutinize whether 'Business Development Specialist' reflects a specialty occupation. Ask your employer to use a title and description that ties the role explicitly to a degree field, not just to revenue targets or networking tasks that any candidate could perform.
Confirm your employer will file the LCA before you resign
The DOL-certified LCA must be in hand before your consulate appointment. Get a written timeline from your U.S. employer for filing and certification. Standard DOL processing runs around seven business days, but employers new to the process often underestimate lead time.
Prepare a credentials package for consulate day
Bring your certified LCA, DS-160 confirmation, degree transcripts, and a letter explaining how your academic background maps to the business development role. Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth consulates all ask about degree-to-job fit for specialist designations.
E-3 Visa Business Development Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Business Development Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for finding Business Development Specialist roles where employers have verified E-3 sponsorship history. Because the E-3 requires employer-filed LCA certification through the DOL, searching specifically for E-3-experienced employers saves significant time compared to filtering general job boards and then cold-pitching HR teams unfamiliar with Australian treaty visa requirements.
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 Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or international business. The role must demand that specific body of knowledge, not just general commercial aptitude. Positions framed around relationship-building or sales targets without a clear degree requirement risk being challenged at the consulate as non-specialty.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Business Development Specialist roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time of year and obtain a visa within weeks of receiving a job offer. H-1B visa registration opens once a year with a randomised lottery, meaning you could wait over a year for a start date. For business development roles, the E-3's predictable timeline is a significant structural advantage when negotiating start dates with U.S. employers.
Can I switch Business Development employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL before you can start working for them. There is no portability provision like AC21 under the E-3. You should not start work with the new employer until the LCA is certified and your visa either reflects the new employer or you've obtained a new E-3 stamp at the consulate.