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E-3 Visa Chief Operating Officer Jobs

Chief Operating Officer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as business administration, operations management, or engineering. Australian nationals can secure two-year renewals indefinitely, with no lottery and no annual cap to contend with.

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Senior Director, Web Strategy and Operations
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Senior Director, Web Strategy and Operations
OutSystems
Remote
Marketing
Growth Marketing
Product Marketing
Remote (US)
None
1,001-5,000

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Director, Affordable Housing Operations
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Director, Affordable Housing Operations
Cushman & Wakefield
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Business Operations
Customer Success
$128k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Assistant Director of Facility Operations and Safety
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Assistant Director of Facility Operations and Safety
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Customer Service
$59k - $82k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Administrative Director, Research Operations
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Administrative Director, Research Operations
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Compliance & Legal
Administrative & Office Support
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
$124k - $181k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Senior Director, Administration and Operations
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Senior Director, Administration and Operations
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
$196k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Chief Operating Officer

Frame your degree for specialty occupation

COO roles must meet the E-3 visa specialty occupation standard, so document how your Australian bachelor's degree directly relates to operations leadership. A three-year Australian degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes.

Target employers with existing E-3 infrastructure

Companies that have sponsored E-3 visas before already understand the LCA filing process and won't need convincing. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify organisations that have filed Labor Condition Applications for senior operations roles.

Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end filing

Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, so getting the filing right the first time avoids delays.

Address dual intent directly with hiring managers

COO candidates often attract questions about long-term intent during interviews. The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so you'll need to demonstrate ties to Australia while pursuing the role, even if you intend to renew indefinitely.

Prepare your LCA prevailing wage documentation early

Your employer's LCA must certify they'll pay you at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the COO role in that metro area. Request a prevailing wage determination from DOL before negotiating your offer so the salary you agree on meets the threshold.

Find COO roles with E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate

Filtering for E-3-sponsoring employers in a COO search is time-consuming without the right tool. Migrate Mate surfaces executive operations roles specifically matched to E-3 sponsorship eligibility, saving you hours of manual research.

E-3 Visa Chief Operating Officer: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Chief Operating Officer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?

Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Australian professionals searching for COO roles with E-3 sponsorship. It filters positions by employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history for senior operations roles, so you're not cold-applying to companies that haven't navigated E-3 filings before.

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 Chief Operating Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?

Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, management, or a related discipline. Generic executive roles where any degree suffices can face scrutiny. Your employer's job description should explicitly state the degree requirement, and your own credentials should align with that field.

How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a COO role?

The E-3 has no annual lottery and no cap, so an approved COO offer can move directly to a consulate appointment without waiting for a selection round. The H-1B visa requires registration in the annual lottery with no guarantee of selection. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a far more predictable path to starting a senior U.S. operations role on a defined timeline.

Can I change employers or get promoted to CEO while on an E-3?

Changing employers requires a new LCA and a new E-3 visa tied to the incoming employer's petition before you start work. A promotion within the same company to a materially different role, such as CEO, typically requires a new LCA to reflect the changed job duties and prevailing wage. Your employer should initiate the new filing before the role change takes effect.