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INTRODUCTION
Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just create products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work.
Here on the Apple Store Online team, we are responsible for Apple’s largest store. Our main goal is to deliver a magical, personal digital experience where customers can shop, buy and learn everything Apple, wherever they are. Each customer should feel like they are our only customer and our job is to set the bar for the experience they receive. To run such an extraordinary store, it takes extraordinary people, and we are looking for someone to help us do extraordinary things.
The WW Commercial Leader for Retail Education leads strategy, performance, and go-to-market for Apple Retail’s Education business globally, including hardware and services.
DESCRIPTION
You will lead the WW commercial strategy and execution for Education in Apple Retail. This includes defining the segment approach, evolving the value proposition for students and educators, and developing go-to-market strategies that drive acquisition, engagement, and lifetime value.
You will lead a team and set direction across multiple priorities, evolving with the needs of the business. You will partner closely with teams across all Retail functions, Product Marketing, Supply & Operations, Finance, and our Regional teams to bring ideas to life. You will also communicate regularly with senior leaders on performance, growth opportunities, and progress. This role requires judgment and the ability to connect strategy to execution.
Responsibilities
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Segment Revenue Responsibility: Drive performance across the business. Understand what’s working, what’s not, and take action.
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Strategy Development: Build a clear point of view on students and educators, their needs, market dynamics, and how Apple can best serve them in Retail.
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Lead Go-to-Market: Develop and execute plans for Education programs, seasonal moments, and new initiatives.
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Value Proposition Innovation: Identify unmet needs and develop differentiated value propositions and programs tailored to students and educators, in partnership with cross-functional teams.
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Team Leadership & Development: Set priorities, lead and coach individuals, and scale impact through others.
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Clear Communication and Storytelling: Turn insights and performance into simple, actionable, and compelling stories. Drive alignment and influence decision-making at senior levels.
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Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner closely across Retail teams, Product Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Regional teams to align on strategy, cohesive execution of key initiatives.
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Market & Customer Insight: Bring a deep understanding of the Education landscape into strategy, including student and educator segments, institutional dynamics, and competitive offerings. Translate insights into actionable strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
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10+ years of experience in strategy, go-to-market, or commercial roles
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3+ years of experience managing and developing teams
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Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution with measurable business impact
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Experience owning or influencing business performance
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Experience applying analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate market dynamics and business performance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience in education or adjacent customer segments
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Background in retail or omnichannel go-to-market strategy
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Communication and storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive leadership
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Ability to operate with autonomy, navigate ambiguity, and influence across a matrixed organization
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Experience building, developing, and retaining high-performing, inclusive teams
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Ability to foster a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages cross-functional partnership
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $191,400 and $288,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Commercial Lender
Document your loan portfolio credentials early
Gather evidence of your commercial credit analysis experience, deal closings, and portfolio size before applying. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the job description, and gaps in documentation slow the process.
Target institutions with established PERM history
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications under commercial lending job titles. Banks and credit unions that have sponsored before already have counsel and internal processes in place, which shortens your sponsorship timeline significantly.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter your Commercial Lender job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active green card filing history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to institutions that have never navigated employment-based sponsorship.
Clarify your degree equivalency before the PERM audit
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. If your finance or business degree is from a non-U.S. institution, get a credential evaluation completed early. USCIS scrutinizes foreign degree equivalencies closely during I-140 adjudication for professional finance roles.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Confirm in writing whether your employer will cover PERM legal fees and the I-140 filing cost, and whether sponsorship is contingent on remaining in the same role. These terms are easier to negotiate at the offer stage than after you've started.
Verify the prevailing wage tier for your lending role
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage level for your specific commercial lending job title and location before your employer files. A Level I or II wage designation can affect your EB-2 versus EB-3 classification and your I-140 approval odds.
Green Card Commercial Lender: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Lender role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Commercial Lender positions can qualify under either category. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree in finance, economics, or a related field, or if you hold a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive commercial lending experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring a standard bachelor's degree. Your employer's job requirements and your credentials determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Commercial Lender jobs?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status tied to an employer. Unlike the H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, though country-of-birth backlogs affect wait times for applicants from India and China. The PERM process requires DOL labor market testing before your employer can file, which typically adds six to twelve months to the overall timeline compared to H-1B filing.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for this role?
Your employer must conduct a federally supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the Commercial Lender position. This includes placing job ads, reviewing all applicants, and documenting lawful rejection reasons. PERM audit rates are significant, so your employer's counsel needs to align the job description precisely with your actual duties and your documented qualifications before filing with DOL.
How can I find Commercial Lender employers who sponsor green cards?
Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly, so searching by employer history is more reliable than job descriptions alone. Migrate Mate lets you filter Commercial Lender openings by employers with documented green card filing activity, so you can focus your applications on institutions that have already committed to sponsoring foreign professionals through the PERM process.
Can I change employers after my PERM is approved but before my green card is issued?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, AC21 portability may allow you to change to a same or similar commercial lending role without restarting the PERM process, provided your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days. Changing employers before I-140 approval typically requires your new employer to restart PERM from the beginning.