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Business Development Associate roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with the DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance before petitioning USCIS. Annual cap registration runs each March for an October 1 start date.
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Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview:
Lead with Relationships. Close with confidence.
Channel Sales is where growth happens fastest—for our clients and our people. You’ll work with businesses of 1–99 employees—the entrepreneurs powering local economies—helping them succeed with essential HR, payroll, and compliance solutions.
Through trusted partners like CPAs and client referrals, you won’t just sell—you’ll build relationships, unlock opportunities, and make a real impact. Every conversation matters, every referral opens a door, and every win accelerates your career.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
- Generate new business through referral partners and outbound outreach
- Build relationships with CPAs and existing clients to drive new logos
- Execute high-volume daily activity (calls, follow-ups, and partner touchpoints) to build pipeline
- Sell a full suite of solutions: payroll, HR, benefits, retirement, and compliance
- Manage a fast-paced sales cycle (1–2 weeks) with small business owners
- Own the full process—from prospecting to closing deals
WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN:
- Early-career sales professionals with 1–5 years of relevant experience
- Comfort with high activity, fast cycles, and transactional deal sizes
- Resilience, drive, and competitive motivation
- Coachability and ability to quickly apply feedback
- Experience working toward goals or quotas (sales or similar environments) and demonstrated leadership experience—whether through work, school, nonprofits, fraternities/sororities, clubs, or other organizations (for example, serving as a treasurer, team lead, or project lead)
WHY THIS ROLE:
- Uncapped earning potential + performance incentives and award trips
- Rapid skill development in a high-volume, high-growth sales environment
- Strong access to opportunities through referral-based selling
- Real impact helping small businesses grow and stay compliant
If you’re driven, coachable, and ready to build a high-growth sales career—this is your starting point.
QUALIFICATIONS
- H.S. Diploma - Required
- Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
- 1 year of experience in relevant sales/marketing role
LIVE THE PAYCHEX VALUES:
- Act with uncompromising integrity
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes
- Work in partnership and support each other
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments
- Treat each other with respect and dignity
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
- We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
- We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
- We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
- We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
- We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
NOT SURE IF YOU MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT?:
At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
About us:
Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview:
Lead with Relationships. Close with confidence.
Channel Sales is where growth happens fastest—for our clients and our people. You’ll work with businesses of 1–99 employees—the entrepreneurs powering local economies—helping them succeed with essential HR, payroll, and compliance solutions.
Through trusted partners like CPAs and client referrals, you won’t just sell—you’ll build relationships, unlock opportunities, and make a real impact. Every conversation matters, every referral opens a door, and every win accelerates your career.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
- Generate new business through referral partners and outbound outreach
- Build relationships with CPAs and existing clients to drive new logos
- Execute high-volume daily activity (calls, follow-ups, and partner touchpoints) to build pipeline
- Sell a full suite of solutions: payroll, HR, benefits, retirement, and compliance
- Manage a fast-paced sales cycle (1–2 weeks) with small business owners
- Own the full process—from prospecting to closing deals
WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN:
- Early-career sales professionals with 1–5 years of relevant experience
- Comfort with high activity, fast cycles, and transactional deal sizes
- Resilience, drive, and competitive motivation
- Coachability and ability to quickly apply feedback
- Experience working toward goals or quotas (sales or similar environments) and demonstrated leadership experience—whether through work, school, nonprofits, fraternities/sororities, clubs, or other organizations (for example, serving as a treasurer, team lead, or project lead)
WHY THIS ROLE:
- Uncapped earning potential + performance incentives and award trips
- Rapid skill development in a high-volume, high-growth sales environment
- Strong access to opportunities through referral-based selling
- Real impact helping small businesses grow and stay compliant
If you’re driven, coachable, and ready to build a high-growth sales career—this is your starting point.
QUALIFICATIONS
- H.S. Diploma - Required
- Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
- 1 year of experience in relevant sales/marketing role
LIVE THE PAYCHEX VALUES:
- Act with uncompromising integrity
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes
- Work in partnership and support each other
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments
- Treat each other with respect and dignity
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
- We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
- We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
- We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
- We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
- We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
NOT SURE IF YOU MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT?:
At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Business Development Associate
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
Business development sits in a gray area for H-1B specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your target SOC code and confirm the listed education requirement is a specific bachelor's degree field, not just any degree. Generic roles that accept any major attract RFEs.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Business Development Associate roles by employers who have already filed LCAs for this title. That history signals an established sponsorship process, not a first-time attempt that can slow your timeline.
Ask about the H-1B cap registration window upfront
Cap-subject H-1B registration opens in March and closes within days. If an offer comes after April, your earliest start date is October 1 the following year. Confirm this timeline with hiring managers before you invest in a full interview process.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the Level I or Level II prevailing wage, and knowing that floor prevents you from negotiating below what USCIS will accept anyway.
Document how your role meets specialty occupation
Collect job postings from comparable employers requiring a specific degree field for business development work. Your employer will need this evidence to defend the specialty occupation claim if USCIS issues an RFE on the I-129 petition.
Check if your employer is E-Verify enrolled
E-Verify enrollment isn't required for all H-1B employers, but it's required if you need STEM OPT before the H-1B kicks in. Confirm enrollment status before accepting an offer if you're bridging from F-1 status.
H-1B Visa Business Development Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or economics. Generalist titles that accept any degree are more vulnerable to RFEs. Employers who tie the role to a defined degree field and can show industry hiring norms have a stronger case.
How do I find Business Development Associate jobs at companies that sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters roles specifically by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored an H-1B. Searching there narrows your list to employers who have already navigated the DOL and USCIS process for this type of role.
Can I start a Business Development Associate job before my H-1B is approved?
Only if you have another valid work authorization, such as OPT or cap-gap coverage. Cap-gap automatically extends F-1 OPT through September 30 if your H-1B petition is filed before your OPT expires. Without a bridge authorization, you can't begin employment until USCIS approves the H-1B petition.
What happens if my employer receives an RFE on my H-1B petition for this role?
Your employer has time to respond, typically 87 days from the RFE notice date. For business development roles, RFEs usually challenge specialty occupation or the degree-to-job connection. Your employer's immigration attorney will gather evidence including industry surveys, internal job descriptions, and degree requirements from comparable postings to build the response.
Can I change employers after my H-1B is approved for a Business Development Associate role?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification after your I-129 has been pending for at least 180 days. The new employer files an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin work once that petition is filed, without waiting for approval.