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 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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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.