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Director of Benefits jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Most roles qualify under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals or EB-3 for experienced benefits specialists. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date matters as much as the offer itself.
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Director, Compensation and Benefits - Executive Compensation
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action- and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and helping them reach their potential. A&M is different by design: we give people ownership and impact from day one, fuel development through real opportunity, and provide direct access to leaders who invest in our growth. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact clients and shape our industry. Guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, our collaborative, globally minded environment is why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M’s Compensation & Benefits practice is currently seeking a Director with key expertise in the area of Executive Compensation. The ideal candidate will work with our team of professionals to advise companies of all sizes on various compensation and benefits matters. When you join us you will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge working across capabilities, sectors, and geographies, and have the opportunity to take control of your career progression.
How will you contribute
As a Director, you will assist clients with the design, implementation, communication, and monitoring of their compensation philosophy and strategy. The types of programs we consult on include base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, executive-level retirement, deferred compensation, and fringe benefit plans.
Responsibilities:
- Complete complex compensation and benefits projects
- Provide compensation, tax, accounting, and business advice in regards to complex transactions
- Provide competitive market data, quantitative/qualitative analyses
- Have proficiency in the taxation of executive compensation and knowledge of Code sections 83, 162(m), 280G, and 409A
- Participate in multiple executive compensation engagements for a diverse client base, both in and out of the transaction setting
- Contribute to client satisfaction by providing timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns
- Participate in client meetings and work within a team environment to deliver fully integrated compensation and benefit services to clients
- Conduct proxy statement studies and analyses of other publicly available data sources
- Benchmark, design, and implement annual incentive plans and long-term incentive plans
- Conduct statistical analyses of compensation data
- Model financial impact of compensation plans
- Conduct performance metrics studies
- Monitor executive and other compensation trends
- Participate in broader projects including performance management, employee benefits, retirement, healthcare, performance optimization, cash/non-cash reward and recognition
- Participate in marketing initiatives including support on developing compensation work and methodology approaches, writing and supporting proposals and conducting surveys
- With this position, you will further your analytical and communication skills while adding value for our clients by helping solve their complex problems
- Lead client engagements on a day-to-day basis and manage staff members on various projects, including:
- Benchmark compensation and develop reports to support the compensation recommendations
- Design annual and long-term incentive awards while considering the tax, accounting, and other regulatory ramifications
- Prepare tax calculations and various analyses/models to help clients make better informed compensation decisions and comply with the applicable rules and regulations
- Review/draft technical memorandums and letters related to compensation & benefits issues
- Review the calculations and work product of peers for accuracy and reasonableness, serving as a thorough reviewer of data and results (most of the work product reviewed will be in Excel and PowerPoint)
- Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, judicial precedent and other guidance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, Advanced Degree preferred (i.e., JD, LL.M. in Taxation, and/or World at Work Certified)
- 7+ years of related work experience
- Strong knowledge of executive compensation and statistical analysis, incentive plan design and analysis, and pay structure analysis and design
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information, including presenting complex topics in easily understood terms to clients
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to simultaneously work on and manage several projects and effectively manage deadlines
- High motivation to learn and grow
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Your journey at A& M
At A&M, professional growth is tied directly to performance, not tenure. Our people take on meaningful, hands-on work supported by a performance development process that rewards contribution and fosters a culture of meritocracy. Stretch roles, evolving business needs, and firm growth create ongoing opportunities for ownership and building new skills, while direct access to senior leaders provides mentorship and real-time coaching along the way. We also prioritize your wellbeing through comprehensive benefits and resources. Together, these elements create an environment where high-performing professionals can continue to grow and advance from day one.
Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.
Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.
The salary range is $130,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
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Director, Compensation and Benefits - Executive Compensation
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action- and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and helping them reach their potential. A&M is different by design: we give people ownership and impact from day one, fuel development through real opportunity, and provide direct access to leaders who invest in our growth. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact clients and shape our industry. Guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, our collaborative, globally minded environment is why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M’s Compensation & Benefits practice is currently seeking a Director with key expertise in the area of Executive Compensation. The ideal candidate will work with our team of professionals to advise companies of all sizes on various compensation and benefits matters. When you join us you will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge working across capabilities, sectors, and geographies, and have the opportunity to take control of your career progression.
How will you contribute
As a Director, you will assist clients with the design, implementation, communication, and monitoring of their compensation philosophy and strategy. The types of programs we consult on include base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, executive-level retirement, deferred compensation, and fringe benefit plans.
Responsibilities:
- Complete complex compensation and benefits projects
- Provide compensation, tax, accounting, and business advice in regards to complex transactions
- Provide competitive market data, quantitative/qualitative analyses
- Have proficiency in the taxation of executive compensation and knowledge of Code sections 83, 162(m), 280G, and 409A
- Participate in multiple executive compensation engagements for a diverse client base, both in and out of the transaction setting
- Contribute to client satisfaction by providing timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns
- Participate in client meetings and work within a team environment to deliver fully integrated compensation and benefit services to clients
- Conduct proxy statement studies and analyses of other publicly available data sources
- Benchmark, design, and implement annual incentive plans and long-term incentive plans
- Conduct statistical analyses of compensation data
- Model financial impact of compensation plans
- Conduct performance metrics studies
- Monitor executive and other compensation trends
- Participate in broader projects including performance management, employee benefits, retirement, healthcare, performance optimization, cash/non-cash reward and recognition
- Participate in marketing initiatives including support on developing compensation work and methodology approaches, writing and supporting proposals and conducting surveys
- With this position, you will further your analytical and communication skills while adding value for our clients by helping solve their complex problems
- Lead client engagements on a day-to-day basis and manage staff members on various projects, including:
- Benchmark compensation and develop reports to support the compensation recommendations
- Design annual and long-term incentive awards while considering the tax, accounting, and other regulatory ramifications
- Prepare tax calculations and various analyses/models to help clients make better informed compensation decisions and comply with the applicable rules and regulations
- Review/draft technical memorandums and letters related to compensation & benefits issues
- Review the calculations and work product of peers for accuracy and reasonableness, serving as a thorough reviewer of data and results (most of the work product reviewed will be in Excel and PowerPoint)
- Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, judicial precedent and other guidance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, Advanced Degree preferred (i.e., JD, LL.M. in Taxation, and/or World at Work Certified)
- 7+ years of related work experience
- Strong knowledge of executive compensation and statistical analysis, incentive plan design and analysis, and pay structure analysis and design
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information, including presenting complex topics in easily understood terms to clients
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to simultaneously work on and manage several projects and effectively manage deadlines
- High motivation to learn and grow
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Your journey at A& M
At A&M, professional growth is tied directly to performance, not tenure. Our people take on meaningful, hands-on work supported by a performance development process that rewards contribution and fosters a culture of meritocracy. Stretch roles, evolving business needs, and firm growth create ongoing opportunities for ownership and building new skills, while direct access to senior leaders provides mentorship and real-time coaching along the way. We also prioritize your wellbeing through comprehensive benefits and resources. Together, these elements create an environment where high-performing professionals can continue to grow and advance from day one.
Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.
Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.
The salary range is $130,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
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Document progressive benefits leadership experience
PERM requires your employer to define minimum qualifications in the job description before advertising. Gather records of your benefits program design, vendor negotiations, and compliance work now so the employer's stated requirements accurately reflect your actual background.
Verify your prevailing wage category early
Run your target title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. PERM filings are locked to a specific wage level, and a Level I or II determination can complicate sponsorship if your current compensation exceeds it.
Search employers with PERM filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have already sponsored benefits-related roles through the green card process. Employers with prior PERM filings in HR and compensation functions are significantly more likely to sponsor again than those with no history.
Target self-insured employers and large plan sponsors
Organizations administering self-funded health plans, defined-benefit pensions, or multi-employer benefit trusts typically justify Director of Benefits roles at the EB-2 advanced-degree level, strengthening the specialty requirements that anchor a defensible PERM job description.
Clarify job portability terms before the I-485 stage
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a same-or-similar benefits role at a new employer without restarting the process. Confirm the new role's SOC code matches your approved I-140 occupation before accepting any counter-offer.
Check your country's priority date before accepting an offer
Nationals of India and China face multi-year backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3. Review the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin with your attorney before signing an offer letter so you understand when you can actually file your I-485 and adjust status.
Green Card Director of Benefits: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card category applies to a Director of Benefits role?
Most Director of Benefits positions qualify under EB-2 because the role typically requires an advanced degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive benefits experience. Roles that require only a bachelor's degree with two or more years of experience may qualify under EB-3 instead. Your employer's attorney will assess which category applies based on the job description drafted for PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers were available. That is followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and, once a visa number is available, an I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing. H-1B visa sponsorship involves an LCA and a temporary approval period. Green card sponsorship is permanent but takes longer and involves more employer cost and documentation.
How long does the PERM process take for a Director of Benefits position?
PERM labor certification processing times vary based on DOL workload and whether your case is selected for audit. After PERM is certified, your employer files the I-140 with USCIS, and you can then apply for adjustment of status once a visa number becomes available. Nationals of countries with high EB-2 and EB-3 demand, particularly India and China, may wait years before a visa number is current. Check the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to track your priority date's progress.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Director of Benefits roles?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified PERM filing history in benefits and HR compensation functions. Employers who have already navigated the PERM process for similar roles understand the commitment involved and are more likely to sponsor again. Large enterprises, insurance carriers, and organizations with complex benefit structures tend to have the HR infrastructure and legal counsel needed to support a full green card sponsorship.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship is in progress?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, once your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 has been approved, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the green card process. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition. Confirm that the new Director of Benefits or related role shares the same SOC code as your approved petition before making the move.