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Business Associate green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the sponsorship process early with the right employer matters.
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Who we are looking for
Senior Associate needed for the Alternative Investments Transformation team. This role will work closely with Alternative Investments technology, various internal and external stakeholders in a varied and challenging role. Additionally, candidates must be well-organized and able to deliver projects in a timely manner. Candidates must demonstrate strong initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and be capable of working on multiple, diverse assignments.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Assist in writing business requirements and executing test scripts
- Perform data analysis and reconciliation required for testing and validation of new functionality
- Assist in the execution of the governance framework over transformation globally
- Monitor the implementation of new functionality to ensure effectiveness and track issues and bugs to resolution
- Track and communicate changes that impact operational teams, including report instructions, new products, enhancements, etc.
- Coordinate and liaise in creation of training materials
- Preparation/documentation of process flowcharts
- Compile and analyze performance metrics of newly implemented initiatives
- Assist preparation of materials to be presented for new functionality to senior management and the organization
- Build strong, long-term relationships throughout State Street organization
What We Value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- Excellent communication skills
- Creative problem-solving skills and analysis skills to help build solutions for the investment teams
- Outstanding influencing skills to unify and collaborate with varied teams
- Initiative, self-motivation and the ability to work independently
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Sense of urgency when performing tasks and projects; ability to respond to shifting priorities
- Effectively communicate progress and escalations
- Be a team player yet display a culture of individual ownership of tasks
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in accounting, finance, or economics
- 2+ years of experience working within an investment firm in a technology, front office or software related role
- Strong written, communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to liaise with and influence senior subject matter experts
- Must have strong organizational skills
- Must demonstrate sense of ownership and accountability for work
- Ability to multiple task and work within tight deadlines
- Works collaboratively, and builds effective working relationships & promotes teamwork
- Strong interpersonal, quantitative and analytical skills and a high proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JIRA, confluence
- Preferred experience in Alternative Investments
Salary Range:
$52,000 - $94,120 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Align your credentials with EB-2 requirements
EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals, so a master's degree in business, finance, or a related field strengthens your petition. If you hold only a bachelor's degree, document five years of progressive experience in a business associate function to satisfy the alternative qualification.
Search employers with active PERM filing history
Target employers who have already completed PERM labor certifications for business analyst or associate roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you can identify companies already familiar with the process before you apply.
Verify your prevailing wage category early
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level tied to your job duties before negotiations, since a Level I or Level II determination affects what your offer letter must state.
Review the O*NET profile for your job description
PERM audits often target job descriptions that look tailored to the foreign worker. Cross-reference your duties against the O*NET profile for Business Associate occupations so your employer's posted requirements reflect standard industry expectations rather than a custom-fit description.
Ask about priority dates before accepting an offer
If you were born in India or China, priority-date backlogs can significantly extend your wait for a green card even after USCIS approves your I-140. Ask prospective employers whether they will file promptly and whether they support I-485 concurrent filing when your priority date becomes current.
Understand AC21 portability before changing jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Confirm the new role's SOC code aligns with your approved I-140 before resigning.
Green Card Business Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for a Business Associate differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and either adjustment of status or consular processing. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries can face extended priority-date backlogs before receiving their green card.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role, and file a PERM application documenting those results. The job description must reflect genuine business needs and standard industry requirements. Any audit by DOL can pause the timeline, so accurate documentation from the start is critical.
Can I find Business Associate roles where employers are already set up to sponsor green cards?
Yes. Some employers have established immigration programs and have completed PERM filings for business associate functions before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you can focus your search on companies already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process rather than educating a new employer from scratch.
Does my business degree need to be from a U.S. institution to qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
No. Foreign degrees are acceptable, but your employer may need a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation agency to confirm equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree. For EB-2, the advanced-degree requirement can also be satisfied with a U.S. bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a business associate role.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-485 has been pending for fewer than 180 days, changing employers generally restarts the process. After 180 days, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without abandoning your priority date. Separately, an approved I-140 from your original employer may allow you to retain that priority date when a new employer files a fresh I-140 on your behalf.