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Chief Executive Officer roles can qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related specialty field. Large multinationals, private equity-backed firms, and venture-funded startups are the most active sponsors. The H-1B cap applies, so timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Secretary to support our CEO. The ideal candidate will manage the CEO’s daily schedule, meetings, and communications, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and effective time management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the CEO’s daily calendar, appointments, and meetings
- Schedule internal and external meetings and coordinate with stakeholders
- Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items
- Handle confidential documents and sensitive information with discretion
- Act as a point of contact between the CEO and internal/external parties
- Organize travel arrangements, itineraries, and accommodation when required
- Assist with reports, presentations, and correspondence
- Ensure the CEO is well-prepared for meetings and engagements
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Personal Secretary, Executive Assistant, or similar role
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace and scheduling tools
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working directly with senior leadership or CEOs
- Knowledge of corporate etiquette and business operations
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work closely with top leadership
- Professional growth and learning exposure
- Competitive salary and benefits
Job Title: Personal Secretary to the CEO
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Secretary to support our CEO. The ideal candidate will manage the CEO’s daily schedule, meetings, and communications, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and effective time management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the CEO’s daily calendar, appointments, and meetings
- Schedule internal and external meetings and coordinate with stakeholders
- Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items
- Handle confidential documents and sensitive information with discretion
- Act as a point of contact between the CEO and internal/external parties
- Organize travel arrangements, itineraries, and accommodation when required
- Assist with reports, presentations, and correspondence
- Ensure the CEO is well-prepared for meetings and engagements
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Personal Secretary, Executive Assistant, or similar role
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
- Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace and scheduling tools
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working directly with senior leadership or CEOs
- Knowledge of corporate etiquette and business operations
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work closely with top leadership
- Professional growth and learning exposure
- Competitive salary and benefits
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chief Executive Officer
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
CEO roles face heightened USCIS scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds. Assemble degree transcripts, board resolutions tying your degree field to executive duties, and any professional licenses before you start applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofits attached to higher education, and qualifying research institutions are exempt from the H-1B lottery. A CEO or president role at one of these organizations lets you file any time without waiting for April registration.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Pull the DOL LCA disclosure data on Migrate Mate to see which companies have filed H-1B petitions for executive-level SOC codes. That filing history confirms an employer has already navigated the specialty occupation argument for senior leadership roles.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level IV wage for your target metro area under the CEO SOC code. Your offer must meet or exceed that figure, and knowing it in advance prevents a letter of intent that USCIS will reject.
Prepare a specialty occupation memo for your employer
Most HR teams lack experience defending CEO roles under H-1B specialty occupation rules. Draft a one-page memo explaining how the position requires a directly related bachelor's degree, referencing the O*NET education requirements for the occupation.
Clarify ownership stakes before the petition is filed
USCIS applies an employer-employee control test to CEO petitions. If you hold a significant equity stake, your attorney needs to show the board retains the right to hire, fire, and supervise you. Resolve the ownership structure before the I-129 is submitted.
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Find Chief Executive Officer JobsChief Executive Officer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chief Executive Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but USCIS reviews CEO petitions more carefully than technical roles. The position must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the duties, not a general business or management background. Employers typically support the petition with a detailed job description, board resolutions, and O*NET education data showing that degree-level specialization is standard for the role.
Which types of employers actively sponsor H-1B visas for Chief Executive Officer positions?
Multinational corporations filling a U.S. subsidiary CEO seat, venture-backed startups appointing a founder with foreign national status, and private equity portfolio companies are the most common sponsors. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for executive-level roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL disclosure data by occupation code and company.
How does the employer-employee relationship requirement affect CEO H-1B petitions?
USCIS requires that a qualifying employer-employee relationship exist, meaning the petitioning company must retain the right to control your work, including hiring and firing authority. If you're a majority shareholder or the sole director, this becomes difficult to establish. Structuring the board so it holds supervisory authority over the CEO position is the standard fix attorneys use.
Can a Chief Executive Officer use an H-1B transfer to move between companies?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new H-1B petition is filed, provided your current petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a new I-129 and a certified LCA covering the CEO role at the new organization before your first day.
What happens to H-1B status if the sponsoring company is acquired or merges?
If the successor entity assumes all rights and obligations of the original petitioner and your job duties remain the same, your H-1B status continues without a new filing under the successor-in-interest rule. A material change to the role, compensation, or work location requires an amended I-129 petition. USCIS guidance recommends filing the amendment promptly rather than waiting until renewal.
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