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Operational Risk Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which permanently transfers work authorization rather than requiring periodic renewals. Financial institutions, consulting firms, and large corporations regularly file PERM applications for this role. Sponsorship is employer-initiated, so targeting companies with active green card filing history is the fastest path.
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Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Virtual
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
30-Jul-2026
Job ID
19382
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
Join MetLife’s Global Technology and Operations (GTO) team, where what you build truly matters. Here, innovation and collaboration drive everything we do— from developing best-in-class digital solutions to safeguarding customer and employee data. Whether you're transforming insights into customer-first strategies, advocating for people in life’s most important moments, or simplifying how we serve millions worldwide, your expertise makes a lasting impact. We bring MetLife’s purpose to life, shaping a more confident future. Let’s build it together.
The Opportunity
MetLife places a high priority on adherence to the Non-Financial Risk Management Framework. This role is a great opportunity to contribute to the ongoing execution of risk activities supporting the Non-Financial Risk Management framework within the Global Customer Service & Operations Risk Management organization in Global Technology & Operations and influence how the organization views risk. You will partner closely with business stakeholders and other corporate functions, including Global Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Compliance in the evolution and ongoing execution of the framework. The Global Customer Service & Operations Risk Management organization is focused on the assessment and monitoring of risk within Global Customer Service & Operations and understanding how the risk landscape continues to evolve over time to ensure that the risk framework is continually addressing emerging risk. This position supports the South America region and fluency in Spanish is required (oral and written). Additional fluency in Portuguese is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with in-country partners.
- Maintain accuracy of regional process, risk, and control data within the GRC tool, OpenPages.
- Support Global Customer Service & Operations (GCSO) in the analysis of their risk and control environment through the accurate and timely execution of risk activities including Non-Financial Risk Assessment and Control Environment Reviews.
- Support GCSO in the self-identification of issues and the identification and implementation of control related metrics/indicators.
- Evaluate and implement opportunities for use of AI tools in the execution of the function.
- Produce accurate and timely reporting on risk activity outcomes (detailed and Executive level reporting).
Required Qualifications
- 5+ plus years of operational risk management and risk assessment experience, with progressive responsibility, and a minimum of 2 years in the financial services industry, preferably insurance.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Risk Management, or related field.
- Demonstrated ability to execute in an ambiguous and dynamic environment with the ability to work flexible hours to support global partners.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills – including oral and written communications, relationship building, collaboration, influencing, and problem solving across a broad range of levels in the organization.
- Experience working independently in a remote (off site) role with a strong focus on delivery of outcomes.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting priorities and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Spanish and English language fluency, both written and verbal.
- Experience with a GRC tool is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Secondary language fluency- Portuguese.
- Knowledge of GRC OpenPages.
- Knowledge of Global Customer Service & Operations in a financial services environment.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot, and Visio.
- Subject matter expertise in insurance Claims, Billing and Collections, or Policy Administration processes.
The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
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 liabilities.
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Virtual
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
30-Jul-2026
Job ID
19382
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
Join MetLife’s Global Technology and Operations (GTO) team, where what you build truly matters. Here, innovation and collaboration drive everything we do— from developing best-in-class digital solutions to safeguarding customer and employee data. Whether you're transforming insights into customer-first strategies, advocating for people in life’s most important moments, or simplifying how we serve millions worldwide, your expertise makes a lasting impact. We bring MetLife’s purpose to life, shaping a more confident future. Let’s build it together.
The Opportunity
MetLife places a high priority on adherence to the Non-Financial Risk Management Framework. This role is a great opportunity to contribute to the ongoing execution of risk activities supporting the Non-Financial Risk Management framework within the Global Customer Service & Operations Risk Management organization in Global Technology & Operations and influence how the organization views risk. You will partner closely with business stakeholders and other corporate functions, including Global Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Compliance in the evolution and ongoing execution of the framework. The Global Customer Service & Operations Risk Management organization is focused on the assessment and monitoring of risk within Global Customer Service & Operations and understanding how the risk landscape continues to evolve over time to ensure that the risk framework is continually addressing emerging risk. This position supports the South America region and fluency in Spanish is required (oral and written). Additional fluency in Portuguese is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with in-country partners.
- Maintain accuracy of regional process, risk, and control data within the GRC tool, OpenPages.
- Support Global Customer Service & Operations (GCSO) in the analysis of their risk and control environment through the accurate and timely execution of risk activities including Non-Financial Risk Assessment and Control Environment Reviews.
- Support GCSO in the self-identification of issues and the identification and implementation of control related metrics/indicators.
- Evaluate and implement opportunities for use of AI tools in the execution of the function.
- Produce accurate and timely reporting on risk activity outcomes (detailed and Executive level reporting).
Required Qualifications
- 5+ plus years of operational risk management and risk assessment experience, with progressive responsibility, and a minimum of 2 years in the financial services industry, preferably insurance.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Risk Management, or related field.
- Demonstrated ability to execute in an ambiguous and dynamic environment with the ability to work flexible hours to support global partners.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills – including oral and written communications, relationship building, collaboration, influencing, and problem solving across a broad range of levels in the organization.
- Experience working independently in a remote (off site) role with a strong focus on delivery of outcomes.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting priorities and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Spanish and English language fluency, both written and verbal.
- Experience with a GRC tool is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Secondary language fluency- Portuguese.
- Knowledge of GRC OpenPages.
- Knowledge of Global Customer Service & Operations in a financial services environment.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot, and Visio.
- Subject matter expertise in insurance Claims, Billing and Collections, or Policy Administration processes.
The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
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 liabilities.
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Document your risk credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to prove you meet the posted job requirements exactly. Gather your degree transcripts, FRM or PRM certifications, and any Basel or SOX compliance documentation before interviews, so credential verification doesn't delay the labor certification filing.
Target financial institutions with PERM filing history
Banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers file PERM applications for Operational Risk Managers far more often than tech or retail employers. Search OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 13-2099 to identify which employers have recently certified this specific role.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Operational Risk Manager postings by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, saving you from applying to companies that have never sponsored this role and may not understand the PERM process for it.
Clarify your degree field during PERM job description drafting
EB-2 requires a degree in a directly related field. If your degree is in mathematics, statistics, or finance rather than a labeled risk management program, ask your employer's immigration counsel to frame the minimum requirements to align accurately with your credentials.
Request concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing if your priority date is current
Once PERM is certified and your I-140 is approvable, concurrent filing of your I-485 adjustment of status lets you get an Employment Authorization Document, removing employer dependency while your green card is finalized.
Negotiate PERM sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Some employers cover attorney fees and USCIS filing costs; others require repayment if you leave within two years of green card approval. Get the sponsorship agreement in writing during offer negotiation, not after you've already started.
Green Card Operational Risk Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operational Risk Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Operational Risk Manager positions typically qualify for EB-2 when the employer requires an advanced degree or equivalent, which is common at banks and large financial institutions. EB-3 applies when a bachelor's degree suffices. Your employer's immigration counsel will determine the category based on the actual minimum requirements written into the PERM job description, not your personal qualifications.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary, renewable status capped at 85,000 new slots annually with a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries and results in permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year before USCIS even adjudicates the I-140 petition, making early employer conversations essential.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from an Operational Risk Manager candidate?
PERM requires your employer to run a DOL-mandated recruitment process proving no minimally qualified U.S. workers were available for the role. You must meet the exact minimum requirements written into the job description, including degree field, years of experience, and any listed certifications. Mismatches between your credentials and the posted requirements are the most common reason PERM applications get audited.
Where can I find Operational Risk Manager jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Operational Risk Manager postings filtered by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you're not spending interview cycles on companies that have never sponsored a green card. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship history, which means you can't tell whether an employer has actually filed PERM for this role before.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Yes, but the rules depend on timing. If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar Operational Risk Manager role without losing your priority date. Switching employers before those thresholds are met means restarting the PERM process entirely with the new company.