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Wealth Advisor roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Financial planning and investment advisory positions regularly attract sponsorship from banks, RIA firms, and wealth management divisions seeking credentialed foreign professionals.
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Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance.
Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America.
Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value the unique perspectives in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different skills and experiences that individuals bring from all backgrounds and careers; whether gained through military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
For internal employees; participation in a work from home posture does not make you ineligible to post, however, may require to meet the workplace excellence policy.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Business Manager role is a key contributor to a Financial Advisor team in creating strategy and ensuring execution related to multiple metrics and priorities across the teams business plan and goal deliverables. Develops and manages the teams business plan and practice financials. Manages and drives complex financial-related initiatives to include: pricing strategy, profitability compared to revenue and time capacity. Interfaces with market and division leaders to ensure team strategy and initiatives support overall division market strategies and goals. Tracks progress with quantifiable business and activity goals and ensures team daily activities aligns with practice metrics, goals and objectives. Manages diverse administrative functions to include personnel processes and performance monitoring and coordination of team assignments, projects and key initiatives, and overall team client service strategy. Requires a thorough knowledge of the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management business functional area and products. Requires a working knowledge of general bank policies, programs and procedures and financial/accounting practices. This position may be responsible for the provision of residential mortgage loans, and as such, is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential mortgage loan originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since this position requires SAFE Act registration, employees are required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations held by the Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s) they support
- SAFE ACT Registration; ADV-2B Required
- Strong leadership abilities, communication and delegation skills
- Understanding of how to deliver a strong overall client experience
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the suite of Wealth Management products and services
- Proven ability to manage risk and make sound decisions by having a deep understanding of industry regulations, supervisory requirements and policies/procedures
- Ability to identify client needs and concerns and articulate appropriate approach to align solutions to goals in a suitable and controlled way
- Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, root cause and effects and implement improved processes to increase growth and mitigate risk
- Ability to influence and demonstrate strong and effective leadership through clear communication and collaboration with other partners to make sound decisions with courage and conviction; demonstrated ability to influence to the desired outcome, without direct authority
- Minimum of five years of experience performing specialist/analyst level responsibilities or equivalent industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA and/or obtain/maintain at least one firm approved designation
SKILLS
- Administrative Services
- Customer Experience Improvement
- Project Management
- Sales Performance Management
- Strategy Planning and Development
- Business Acumen
- Business Analytics
- Candidate Screening
- Coaching
- Continuous Improvement
- Account Management
- Process Simplification
- Reporting
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent
SHIFT
1st shift (United States of America)
HOURS PER WEEK
40
INTRODUCTION
Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance.
Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America.
Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value the unique perspectives in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different skills and experiences that individuals bring from all backgrounds and careers; whether gained through military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
For internal employees; participation in a work from home posture does not make you ineligible to post, however, may require to meet the workplace excellence policy.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Business Manager role is a key contributor to a Financial Advisor team in creating strategy and ensuring execution related to multiple metrics and priorities across the teams business plan and goal deliverables. Develops and manages the teams business plan and practice financials. Manages and drives complex financial-related initiatives to include: pricing strategy, profitability compared to revenue and time capacity. Interfaces with market and division leaders to ensure team strategy and initiatives support overall division market strategies and goals. Tracks progress with quantifiable business and activity goals and ensures team daily activities aligns with practice metrics, goals and objectives. Manages diverse administrative functions to include personnel processes and performance monitoring and coordination of team assignments, projects and key initiatives, and overall team client service strategy. Requires a thorough knowledge of the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management business functional area and products. Requires a working knowledge of general bank policies, programs and procedures and financial/accounting practices. This position may be responsible for the provision of residential mortgage loans, and as such, is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential mortgage loan originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since this position requires SAFE Act registration, employees are required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations held by the Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s) they support
- SAFE ACT Registration; ADV-2B Required
- Strong leadership abilities, communication and delegation skills
- Understanding of how to deliver a strong overall client experience
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the suite of Wealth Management products and services
- Proven ability to manage risk and make sound decisions by having a deep understanding of industry regulations, supervisory requirements and policies/procedures
- Ability to identify client needs and concerns and articulate appropriate approach to align solutions to goals in a suitable and controlled way
- Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, root cause and effects and implement improved processes to increase growth and mitigate risk
- Ability to influence and demonstrate strong and effective leadership through clear communication and collaboration with other partners to make sound decisions with courage and conviction; demonstrated ability to influence to the desired outcome, without direct authority
- Minimum of five years of experience performing specialist/analyst level responsibilities or equivalent industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA and/or obtain/maintain at least one firm approved designation
SKILLS
- Administrative Services
- Customer Experience Improvement
- Project Management
- Sales Performance Management
- Strategy Planning and Development
- Business Acumen
- Business Analytics
- Candidate Screening
- Coaching
- Continuous Improvement
- Account Management
- Process Simplification
- Reporting
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent
SHIFT
1st shift (United States of America)
HOURS PER WEEK
40
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Wealth Advisor
Verify your CFA or CFP credential equivalency
USCIS evaluates foreign financial credentials against U.S. degree standards during I-140 review. A formal credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency strengthens your EB-2 advanced-degree claim and reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Target RIA firms with dedicated HR compliance teams
Registered Investment Advisors managing over 100 million dollars in assets typically have structured compliance infrastructure and legal teams experienced with PERM filings, making them more likely to sponsor than smaller independent advisory practices.
Check prevailing wage requirements before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the DOL prevailing wage for your specific Wealth Advisor SOC code and metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure for PERM certification to proceed.
Search for green-card-sponsoring Wealth Advisor roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history in financial services. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where the sponsorship infrastructure is already in place, so you spend less time cold-approaching firms unfamiliar with the PERM process.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing eligibility
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, you can file for adjustment of status immediately rather than waiting years. Confirm with the hiring firm's immigration counsel whether they support concurrent filing before accepting an offer.
Document client relationship management experience precisely
PERM job descriptions for Wealth Advisor roles must reflect duties you actually perform. Vague language around portfolio management or client acquisition can trigger DOL audit requests, so work with the employer's counsel to align the posted requirements with your real responsibilities.
Green Card Wealth Advisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Wealth Advisor role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Wealth Advisor positions can qualify under both categories. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or if you have a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive experience in financial advisory or investment management. EB-3 covers the role as a skilled worker requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer's attorney will determine the category based on the actual job requirements posted during PERM recruitment.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Wealth Advisor roles?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery with no guarantee of selection. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is permanent and has no annual lottery. EB-3 for most nationalities outside India and China does not face multi-decade backlogs, so the overall timeline from PERM filing to adjustment of status approval is often shorter than the uncertainty of repeated H-1B cycles. The tradeoff is a longer employer commitment upfront.
What does the PERM process look like for a Wealth Advisor position?
Your employer starts by obtaining a prevailing wage determination from the DOL using the OFLC Wage Search for your specific SOC code and work location. They then run a mandatory recruitment campaign, typically over 60 days, to document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If the PERM application is certified, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You can apply for adjustment of status once your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin.
How do I find Wealth Advisor employers who already sponsor green cards?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters Wealth Advisor roles by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history in financial services. This approach saves significant time compared to applying broadly, since many advisory firms have never sponsored a foreign national and lack the internal process to start. Targeting firms with established sponsorship history dramatically increases the likelihood of a smooth PERM filing.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Once your I-140 petition is approved and you have been in the adjustment of status process for at least 180 days, federal law allows you to port your green card priority date to a new employer offering a similar Wealth Advisor role. The new position must be in the same occupational classification. Changing jobs before the I-140 is approved generally restarts the PERM process with the new employer, so timing and employer stability matter when evaluating offers.