E-3 Visa Strategic Business Development Jobs
Strategic Business Development roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like business, economics, or international relations. Australian professionals benefit from no lottery and indefinite renewals, making long-term U.S. career planning far more predictable than the H-1B visa path.
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We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven North America Strategic Business Development Director to drive large-scale cross-selling across an assigned portfolio of existing strategic partnerships, while also leading new business acquisition within designated industries.
This sales leader will actively represent the organization at relevant industry events, conferences, trade shows, and speaking engagements to establish a strong reputation as an industry expert in domestic and international financial services. The role also includes leading research efforts to identify and pursue new industry verticals where Western Union can deliver differentiated value.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish and nurture relationships at existing networks to develop new business.
- Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.
- Meet and exceed goals related to large-scale growth opportunities with assigned existing partners including cross-selling new products/services.
- Deeply engage in assigned industry events, conferences, tradeshows and speaking engagements to firmly establish oneself as an “industry expert” within domestic and international financial services.
- Meet and exceed goals related to net “new to franchise” business as assigned.
- Take lead role to research and pursue new industries where Western Union could provide differentiated value.
- Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.
- Create relevant, professional and thought-provoking client-facing and internal presentations as required.
- Record all growth opportunities and risks within CRM.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5-7 years of business development success within retail, digital and/or financial services.
- Proven success in winning and exceeding growth targets.
- Preference for business or finance undergraduate degree.
- Outstanding communication and management skills with ability to influence individuals and teams.
- People management is not required but needs to have proven experience in building relationships with outside agents.
- Advanced Microsoft skills, including ability to create professional client-facing and internal presentations.
- Ability to establish self as an industry expert.
- Communication, relationship-building and presentation skills to influence and persuade others.
- Strategic and creative thinker to develop concepts that deliver results.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail to fully execute plans.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
WORK SHIFT
REMOTE - work from home New York
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Salary
The base salary for this role is $150,000 – $190,000 USD annually plus a sales compensation plan and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
- Parental Leave
- Family First Programs
- Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Tuition Repayment Assistance Program
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
LI-AM3
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
06-05-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven North America Strategic Business Development Director to drive large-scale cross-selling across an assigned portfolio of existing strategic partnerships, while also leading new business acquisition within designated industries.
This sales leader will actively represent the organization at relevant industry events, conferences, trade shows, and speaking engagements to establish a strong reputation as an industry expert in domestic and international financial services. The role also includes leading research efforts to identify and pursue new industry verticals where Western Union can deliver differentiated value.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish and nurture relationships at existing networks to develop new business.
- Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.
- Meet and exceed goals related to large-scale growth opportunities with assigned existing partners including cross-selling new products/services.
- Deeply engage in assigned industry events, conferences, tradeshows and speaking engagements to firmly establish oneself as an “industry expert” within domestic and international financial services.
- Meet and exceed goals related to net “new to franchise” business as assigned.
- Take lead role to research and pursue new industries where Western Union could provide differentiated value.
- Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.
- Create relevant, professional and thought-provoking client-facing and internal presentations as required.
- Record all growth opportunities and risks within CRM.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5-7 years of business development success within retail, digital and/or financial services.
- Proven success in winning and exceeding growth targets.
- Preference for business or finance undergraduate degree.
- Outstanding communication and management skills with ability to influence individuals and teams.
- People management is not required but needs to have proven experience in building relationships with outside agents.
- Advanced Microsoft skills, including ability to create professional client-facing and internal presentations.
- Ability to establish self as an industry expert.
- Communication, relationship-building and presentation skills to influence and persuade others.
- Strategic and creative thinker to develop concepts that deliver results.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail to fully execute plans.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
WORK SHIFT
REMOTE - work from home New York
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Salary
The base salary for this role is $150,000 – $190,000 USD annually plus a sales compensation plan and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States specific benefits include:
- Parental Leave
- Family First Programs
- Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Tuition Repayment Assistance Program
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
LI-AM3
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
06-05-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Strategic Business Development
Frame your degree as field-specific
Business development roles get rejected when the LCA lists a generic requirement like 'any bachelor's degree.' Before applying, confirm the job description specifies a degree in business, marketing, economics, or a directly related field to satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
Target companies with existing LCA history
Search the DOL's public LCA disclosure data for employers who have filed under SOC codes for business development or sales management. Past LCA filings signal a company already understands the E-3 visa process and won't treat sponsorship as a legal novelty.
Separate your work authorization conversation
Raise E-3 sponsorship after a hiring manager has confirmed interest, not in your cover letter. Australian nationals on E-3 cost employers far less than H-1B sponsorship and involve no lottery, so a brief factual explanation at the offer stage usually resolves hesitation.
Address international client scope in your CV
U.S. employers hiring for strategic business development increasingly want cross-border deal experience. Highlight specific markets, partner negotiations, or revenue targets you owned in Australia or Asia-Pacific, since this directly justifies a degree-level role rather than a generalist sales position.
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 your LCA and visa paperwork. Employers unfamiliar with the DOL's prevailing wage rules or FLAG portal often stall at this stage, and a managed service keeps the timeline from slipping before your start date.
Carry your LCA copy across the border
At the U.S. port of entry, CBP officers can request your certified LCA alongside your E-3 visa. Business development roles sometimes prompt questions about third-party client sites, so having the certified document ready prevents delays if your work arrangements are non-standard.
E-3 Visa Strategic Business Development: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Strategic Business Development jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers who are open to the E-3 process, saving you the back-and-forth of asking companies to confirm their willingness to sponsor.
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 Strategic Business Development role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It can, but the framing matters. The role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business administration, economics, international relations, or marketing. A title of 'Strategic Business Development' attached to a role where any background qualifies will struggle. Ensure the job description ties the degree requirement to the actual duties before the employer files the LCA with DOL.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for business development professionals?
The E-3 has no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and can be filed at any point in the year, which matters for business development roles where hiring moves on deal cycles rather than fixed calendars. H-1B registrations are capped at 85,000 annually and selected by lottery, meaning qualified candidates can wait years. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is a structurally simpler path to the same work authorization outcome.
Can I change employers or take on a new client-facing role while on E-3?
Yes, but each employer change requires a new LCA filed with DOL and a new E-3 visa if you travel internationally, or a status update if you're changing roles within the U.S. A promotion to a materially different position, such as moving from individual contributor to a regional director role, may also require a new filing to reflect the updated job duties and prevailing wage level.