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Financial Risk Management roles at U.S. banks, asset managers, and insurance firms regularly support EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Your employer files the I-140 petition after DOL certifies the role, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than repeated visa renewals.
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About us
At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.
Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.
Who We Are
We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.
Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.
We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.
What We Do
Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.
Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide. For more information, visit transamerica.com.
Job Description Summary
Provide leadership and direction to the global Financial Risk Management's department. Understand and articulate financial risk challenges, providing global expertise across financial risk management and Asset Liability Management.
Responsibilities
- Help define global financial risk strategy
- Embed global ALM standards of practice; provide oversight of existing global ALM practices and initiatives
- Develop financial risk roadmap and enhance risk dashboard reporting capabilities
- Develop and manage financial risk methodologies, analytics and tools, support measurement and monitoring of financial markets, ALM and the financial impacts of climate risk
- Provide oversight and challenge of liquidity and credit risk exposure; including monitoring of risk appetite and key risk indicators
- Analyze financial risk exposures and trends, draw conclusions from data and insights; determine risks to escalate or manage in collaboration with the first line
- Serve as a financial risk subject matter expert; lead strategically important initiatives and discussions with senior stakeholders
- Provide coaching and development support to team members and the global Financial Risk community
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, actuarial, economics, mathematics or other analytical field
- 12 years of experience in risk management, financial management or related specialization. Advanced degree or actuarial, data science or investment certifications may be substituted for up to three years of experience
- In-depth knowledge of financial risk and risk analysis tools
- In-depth knowledge of assigned focus area, such as asset liability management, economic framework, derivatives, asset management, etc.
- Knowledge across multiple business areas and related economics
- Strong analytical and data skills
- Ability to understand complex problems and frame appropriate questions
- Ability to present and interact with leadership
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Actuarial, data science or investment certifications
Working Conditions
This is a hybrid position requiring three days (Tuesday-Thursday) in office per week in one of our hub locations (Baltimore or Philadelphia). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
Compensation
The salary for this position generally ranges between $189,000 - $230,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus of 30% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
Disclaimer: Beware of fake job offers!
We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note: We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.
This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.
What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
- Pension Plan
- 401k Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Disability Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
- Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
- Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays)
- Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
- Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child
- Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Back-Up Care Program
- PTO for Volunteer Hours
- Employee Matching Gifts Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Inclusion and Diversity Programs
- Employee Recognition Program
- Referral Bonus Programs
Inclusion & Diversity
We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.
To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.
Giving Back
We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Transamerica’s Parent Company
Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Financial Risk Management
Document your quantitative credentials before applying
PERM requires proving your qualifications match the job description exactly. Gather transcripts showing coursework in statistics, econometrics, or financial modeling, plus certifications like FRM or CFA, so your employer's attorney can build a clean I-140 petition.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers that have previously filed PERM applications for risk analysts already have internal processes in place. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify firms that have certified roles under SOC code 13-2099 or 13-2051 in the past two years.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Rather than guessing which firms will sponsor, use Migrate Mate to search Financial Risk Management openings filtered by green card sponsorship history. You'll see which employers have completed the PERM process for similar roles before you invest time applying.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
DOL assigns a wage level from I to IV based on your duties and experience. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your specific MSA and SOC code so you can negotiate an offer that meets DOL requirements and avoids a PERM denial.
Clarify the green card timeline during offer negotiation
PERM recruitment advertising alone takes roughly 60 to 90 days, and DOL analyst review can add several months. Ask the hiring team whether they use premium processing for I-140 and whether your start date allows filing before your current visa status expires.
Align your O*NET occupation profile with your actual duties
USCIS scrutinizes whether Financial Risk Management roles meet the specialty occupation standard. Review the O*NET profile for your specific title and make sure your job offer letter describes duties that match the listed specialized knowledge requirements, not generic analyst tasks.
Green Card Financial Risk Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Financial Risk Management qualify as a specialty occupation for EB-2 sponsorship?
Yes. Financial Risk Management roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard. EB-2 sponsorship applies when the position requires an advanced degree or when the candidate has a bachelor's plus at least five years of progressive experience in risk modeling, credit analysis, or regulatory compliance.
How does the green card PERM process differ from H-1B sponsorship for risk professionals?
PERM sponsorship is permanent residency rather than a temporary status, so there is no six-year clock and no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM recruitment and DOL review typically add six to eighteen months before the I-140 is filed. For nationals of countries without significant EB-2 or EB-3 backlogs, the total timeline is often two to four years from PERM filing to receiving a green card.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Financial Risk Management roles?
Large banks, regional lenders, insurance carriers, asset managers, and financial technology firms are the most active PERM sponsors for risk roles. Firms regulated by the OCC, FDIC, or Federal Reserve often have dedicated compliance and risk teams large enough to justify the investment. Use Migrate Mate to identify which specific employers have active green card sponsorship history for this job category before applying.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes, and starting early is common practice. PERM filing is independent of your current work authorization status. Many employers initiate the DOL recruitment process during your first or second year on H-1B visa to preserve priority date protection. If you're on OPT, the PERM timeline will likely extend beyond your OPT period, so confirm your employer can bridge the gap with H-1B sponsorship.
What credentials strengthen a PERM application for a risk management role?
A master's degree in finance, financial engineering, or applied mathematics supports EB-2 positioning. Professional certifications such as FRM from GARP or CFA also strengthen the case that the role requires specialized knowledge. DOL's prevailing wage determination will reference the OFLC Wage Search for your specific title and metropolitan area, so your offer letter salary must meet or exceed the certified wage level to avoid a denial.