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Regional Lead roles in the U.S. require demonstrating both specialty occupation standing and multi-site management scope to secure E-3 visa sponsorship. Your Australian bachelor's degree qualifies, and unlike the H-1B visa, there's no lottery, just a clean employer-sponsored process you can repeat every two years.
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In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees.
BENEFITS
Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Atlanta, GA, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 14 years of experience leading negotiations or business development.
- Experience in people management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience developing public affairs and campaign-style strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.
- Experience in people management with an ability to scale a team.
- Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to operate independently.
- Ability to represent the company externally in public forums, industry events, and other engagements.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and influencing skills.
ABOUT THE JOB
Google's infrastructure needs go far beyond server computers. As Google's products and services scale the globe, the Strategic Negotiation team works behind the scenes to secure infrastructure for Google's future -- everything from underwater cables to physical data center space. As a Strategic Negotiator, you combine your deep market knowledge of a given sector with tech industry savvy to negotiate cost-effective solutions to support Google's infrastructure growth. You'll work with specific project teams on negotiating deals, managing vendor and partner relationships and presenting deal recommendations to our Tech leadership. Your successful negotiations have the potential to save Google millions of dollars in operating costs and impact every part of the business.
The Public Affairs team is responsible for building Google's reputation and presence among key decision-makers and in the markets where we operate. We create strategic, scalable solutions that deliver authentic impact. As the Public Affairs Manager, you will be on the front lines of this effort, acting as an advisor who shapes our data center initiatives to align with local and state priorities. You will be a leader, identifying and maximizing partnership opportunities with local institutions to effectively tell the story of Google's commitment and long-term investment. You will lead the team of Public Affairs managers across the US. Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $222000 - $309000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
Learn more about benefits at Google.
- Safeguard the data center lifecycle in existing and future markets through public affairs strategies and ongoing stakeholder engagement. Manage public affairs campaigns across multiple states, ensuring a cohesive and impactful strategy.
- Build and maintain critical relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to ensure a positive and sustainable operating environment for our facilities.
- Collaborate with a broad set of internal teams and external partners to bring projects from concept to completion, upholding the organization's highest standards.
- Serve as a key ambassador for Google by amplifying Google's economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions with key stakeholders and third party groups. Translate initiatives into tangible local benefits, positioning Google's presence for growth and innovation.
- Lead a team of regional public affairs managers. Focus on scalable solutions across regions.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees.
BENEFITS
Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Atlanta, GA, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 14 years of experience leading negotiations or business development.
- Experience in people management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience developing public affairs and campaign-style strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.
- Experience in people management with an ability to scale a team.
- Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to operate independently.
- Ability to represent the company externally in public forums, industry events, and other engagements.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and influencing skills.
ABOUT THE JOB
Google's infrastructure needs go far beyond server computers. As Google's products and services scale the globe, the Strategic Negotiation team works behind the scenes to secure infrastructure for Google's future -- everything from underwater cables to physical data center space. As a Strategic Negotiator, you combine your deep market knowledge of a given sector with tech industry savvy to negotiate cost-effective solutions to support Google's infrastructure growth. You'll work with specific project teams on negotiating deals, managing vendor and partner relationships and presenting deal recommendations to our Tech leadership. Your successful negotiations have the potential to save Google millions of dollars in operating costs and impact every part of the business.
The Public Affairs team is responsible for building Google's reputation and presence among key decision-makers and in the markets where we operate. We create strategic, scalable solutions that deliver authentic impact. As the Public Affairs Manager, you will be on the front lines of this effort, acting as an advisor who shapes our data center initiatives to align with local and state priorities. You will be a leader, identifying and maximizing partnership opportunities with local institutions to effectively tell the story of Google's commitment and long-term investment. You will lead the team of Public Affairs managers across the US. Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $222000 - $309000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
Learn more about benefits at Google.
- Safeguard the data center lifecycle in existing and future markets through public affairs strategies and ongoing stakeholder engagement. Manage public affairs campaigns across multiple states, ensuring a cohesive and impactful strategy.
- Build and maintain critical relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to ensure a positive and sustainable operating environment for our facilities.
- Collaborate with a broad set of internal teams and external partners to bring projects from concept to completion, upholding the organization's highest standards.
- Serve as a key ambassador for Google by amplifying Google's economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions with key stakeholders and third party groups. Translate initiatives into tangible local benefits, positioning Google's presence for growth and innovation.
- Lead a team of regional public affairs managers. Focus on scalable solutions across regions.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Frame your degree against U.S. specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your Regional Lead role to demand a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Map your Australian qualification to the equivalent U.S. standard in business, operations, or management before your first interview.
Target employers with multi-state or distributed operations
Companies running regional teams across multiple U.S. states have the structural need and HR infrastructure to support E-3 visa sponsorship. Prioritize organizations where regional oversight is embedded in the org chart, not a stretch title.
Get your Australian credentials assessed before offer stage
If your degree is a three-year Australian bachelor's, confirm in writing that it's accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. Having a credential evaluation ready removes a common friction point when your employer's legal team reviews your E-3 eligibility.
Clarify the LCA scope with your employer early
Regional Lead roles often span multiple work locations, which affects your DOL Labor Condition Application. Confirm with your employer which location will anchor your LCA filing, since prevailing wage requirements are tied to the specific work site.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for multi-site roles
When your role covers more than one office or region, the LCA and visa paperwork get more complex. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the DOL filing and consulate preparation so your employer isn't navigating that complexity alone.
Negotiate your start date around E-3 consulate timelines
E-3 consulate appointments at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth currently book out weeks in advance. Build that window into your offer negotiation so your employer sets a realistic start date rather than assuming you can begin within two weeks of signing.
E-3 Visa Regional Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Regional Lead jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Unlike general job boards, it filters for employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already sponsored Australians in similar roles rather than cold-applying and hoping the visa question goes well.
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 Regional Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined in the job description. A Regional Lead position qualifies as a specialty occupation when it requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as business administration, operations management, or a related discipline. Generalist leadership roles where any degree is accepted are harder to substantiate. The stronger your employer's job description ties the role to a degree-specific body of knowledge, the cleaner your E-3 case.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian Regional Lead candidates?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap backlog, and no registration fee. An H-1B requires entering a randomized lottery with roughly one-in-four selection odds. For a Regional Lead role that qualifies as specialty occupation, the E-3 is a direct path: your employer files the LCA, you attend a consulate interview in Australia, and you receive a two-year visa that renews indefinitely.
What happens to my E-3 status if my Regional Lead role changes scope significantly?
A material change in your job duties, title, or work location may require your employer to file a new LCA with the DOL. If your regional scope expands to new states or your core responsibilities shift substantially, treating it as a new E-3 filing is the safest approach. Your employer should flag any restructure with whoever manages your visa to avoid an unauthorized employment situation.