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Compensation Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification when employers demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Your degree in human resources, business, or a related field, combined with experience designing pay structures and conducting job evaluations, supports both EB-2 and EB-3 petitions.
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At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Claims Background: Workers Compensation
Jurisdictional Experience: NM
Active Adjusters' licenses: NM
Location: This role is eligible for fully remote work
How you'll make an impact:
- Apply claims management experience to execute decision-making to analyze claims exposure, plan the proper course of action, and appropriately resolve claims.
- Interact extensively with various parties involved in the claim process to ensure effective communication and resolution.
- Provide exceptional customer service to our claimants on behalf of our clients exhibiting empathy through each step of the claims process.
- Handle claims consistent with clients' and corporate policies, procedures, and standard methodologies in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and ethics requirements.
- Document and communicate claim activity timely and efficiently, supporting the outcome of the claim file.
ABOUT YOU
As a key member of our experienced Claims Adjuster team, you will:
- Investigate, evaluate, and resolve complex workers compensation claims applying your analytical skills to make informed decisions and bring claims to resolution.
- Work in partnership with our clients to deliver innovative solutions and enhance the claims management process.
- Think critically, solve problems, plan, and prioritize tasks to optimally serve clients and claimants.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma.
- Minimum of 5 years related claims experience.
- Appropriately licensed and/or certified in all states in which claims are being handled.
- Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.
- Computer experience with related claims and business software.
DESIRED:
- Bachelor's Degree
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
INTRODUCTION
At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Claims Background: Workers Compensation
Jurisdictional Experience: NM
Active Adjusters' licenses: NM
Location: This role is eligible for fully remote work
How you'll make an impact:
- Apply claims management experience to execute decision-making to analyze claims exposure, plan the proper course of action, and appropriately resolve claims.
- Interact extensively with various parties involved in the claim process to ensure effective communication and resolution.
- Provide exceptional customer service to our claimants on behalf of our clients exhibiting empathy through each step of the claims process.
- Handle claims consistent with clients' and corporate policies, procedures, and standard methodologies in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and ethics requirements.
- Document and communicate claim activity timely and efficiently, supporting the outcome of the claim file.
ABOUT YOU
As a key member of our experienced Claims Adjuster team, you will:
- Investigate, evaluate, and resolve complex workers compensation claims applying your analytical skills to make informed decisions and bring claims to resolution.
- Work in partnership with our clients to deliver innovative solutions and enhance the claims management process.
- Think critically, solve problems, plan, and prioritize tasks to optimally serve clients and claimants.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma.
- Minimum of 5 years related claims experience.
- Appropriately licensed and/or certified in all states in which claims are being handled.
- Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.
- Computer experience with related claims and business software.
DESIRED:
- Bachelor's Degree
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Compensation Specialist
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to advertise the role at the minimum requirements they'll list on your petition. Make sure your resume reflects the exact degree field and years of experience your employer plans to specify, so your background matches the certified job description precisely.
Target employers with dedicated total rewards teams
Companies large enough to have standalone compensation functions, rather than generalist HR staff handling pay analysis, are far more likely to pursue PERM sponsorship. Look for organizations posting roles with titles like Compensation Analyst, Total Rewards Specialist, or Pay Equity Manager.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Compensation Specialist openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies that handle compensation in-house but have never filed an EB-2 or EB-3 petition.
Use OFLC Wage Search to verify prevailing wage levels
DOL sets prevailing wages by SOC code and location for every PERM filing. Pull the wage level for your target metro area before your offer stage so you can confirm the employer's offered salary meets the DOL threshold, which is a hard requirement before your I-140 can proceed.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If your priority date is current when USCIS approves your I-140, your employer can file your adjustment of status application at the same time, cutting months off your wait. Confirm early in negotiations whether the employer's immigration counsel handles concurrent filing.
Demonstrate specialty occupation depth in your offer letter
PERM petitions for Compensation Specialists are strengthened when the job description references advanced analytical duties, such as market pricing methodology, regression-based pay equity analysis, or executive compensation benchmarking, rather than general HR tasks that a generalist could perform.
Green Card Compensation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compensation Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Compensation Specialist positions typically qualify for EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, or business. If the role requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds a master's degree and the employer is willing to document that requirement, EB-2 sponsorship is also possible. The specific category depends on the minimum qualifications the employer sets in the PERM job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a three-year initial period and annual lottery exposure. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the filing stage. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year before USCIS even begins reviewing your I-140 petition, making early employer conversations critical.
What does the PERM process look like for a Compensation Specialist position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing mandatory recruitment steps, including job postings and internal notices, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. DOL either certifies or audits the application. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You then file for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa when your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin.
How can I find employers who will sponsor a green card for a Compensation Specialist?
Many companies hire compensation professionals but have never filed EB-2 or EB-3 petitions, making sponsorship conversations difficult. Migrate Mate identifies employers with active green card sponsorship history specifically for this role, so you can focus your search on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than trying to educate a prospective employer from scratch.
Does O*NET classify Compensation Specialists as a specialty occupation for green card purposes?
O*NET categorizes Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists under a job zone requiring substantial preparation, typically a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field. This classification supports the employer's case in PERM documentation that the role is not entry-level and requires specialized knowledge, which strengthens the petition's foundation whether you're pursuing EB-2 or EB-3.