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Risk Management Lead roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which permanently ties your residency to a U.S. employer rather than a temporary visa cycle. Employers in financial services, healthcare, and technology regularly sponsor this title, making it a strong candidate for employment-based green card pathways.
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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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Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree and experience to directly match the employer's minimum requirements. For Risk Management Lead roles, document how your graduate coursework or professional certifications in risk frameworks map to the specific job duties the employer will advertise.
Target industries with established sponsorship pipelines
Financial services, insurance carriers, and large healthcare systems file PERM applications for Risk Management Leads regularly. Prioritize employers in these sectors with dedicated HR compliance teams, since they already understand the labor certification recruitment obligations DOL imposes.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your job zone and location before negotiations. If the employer's offer falls below DOL's Level II or III wage for your SOC code, PERM certification will be delayed or denied.
Search sponsor-verified listings through Migrate Mate
Filter job searches by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history using Migrate Mate, which surfaces Risk Management Lead roles at companies already running PERM processes, so you spend less time approaching employers who have never sponsored a green card.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification with your employer
If the role requires a master's degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive risk management experience, ask your employer to pursue EB-2. EB-3 works for bachelor's-level roles but typically carries longer backlogs for nationals from certain countries.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation phase
PERM requires your employer to run DOL-mandated recruitment steps before filing. Ask your HR contact to confirm they've completed the 30-day job order, two Sunday print ads, and internal posting requirements so your I-140 filing isn't delayed by incomplete audit documentation.
Green Card Risk Management Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Risk Management Lead role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Risk Management Lead positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. EB-2 applies if the employer defines the position as requiring an advanced degree, or if you hold a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressively responsible risk management experience. The employer's job requirements in the PERM application control which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years with no guaranteed path to permanence. PERM-based green card sponsorship permanently ties residency to the employer's offer and has no annual lottery. EB-3 for Risk Management Leads is not subject to the H-1B cap, and once your I-140 is approved, you can begin counting toward your priority date immediately, regardless of your current visa status.
How long does the PERM process take for a Risk Management Lead?
DOL currently processes most PERM applications within six to eighteen months, though audit-selected applications take longer. After PERM certification, your employer files Form I-140 with USCIS. If your priority date is current, you can concurrently file for adjustment of status. Total time from PERM filing to green card approval typically runs two to five years depending on your country of birth and whether EB-2 or EB-3 is used.
Where can I find Risk Management Lead jobs with active green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can identify companies already running PERM processes for Risk Management Lead roles rather than cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with green card sponsorship. This significantly reduces the time spent on outreach to employers who lack the HR infrastructure to support a PERM application.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on an H-1B, and what happens to my status during the process?
Yes, PERM can begin at any point during H-1B status and the two processes run simultaneously. USCIS allows H-1B extensions beyond the standard six-year cap once your I-140 is approved or your PERM application has been pending for at least 365 days, protecting your ability to stay and work while the green card process moves forward. You don't need to leave the country or change status while PERM is pending.