H-1B Visa Commercial Banking Relationship Manager Jobs
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when structured around a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business administration. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering an initial three-year status period extendable to six years.
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The C & I Commercial Relationship Manager III is responsible for serving as a trusted business advisor to clients and provide a full breadth of banking solutions to meeting their financial objectives and needs while establishing a network of referral sources and Centers of Influence with regular calling efforts to generate new business opportunities. The C & I Commercial Relationship Manager III is also responsible for managing a portfolio of relationships, ensuring an exceptional client experience, while appropriately managing risk, credit quality, servicing, etc. in accordance with Northwest standards and in partnership with a portfolio management team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop and expand existing commercial banking relationships
- Prospect actively and successfully bring in new relationships to Northwest
- Engage with the various product partners on a regular basis to discuss cross selling opportunities and referrals to expand and deepen client relationships
- Achieve and exceed budget goals as assigned individually and by region
- Actively participate in community and professional networking events
- Develop meaningful “Centers of Influence” relationships
- Establish and maintain an ongoing prospect list, and a set calling and meeting schedule for prospects, existing clients, and COIs
- Encourage existing clients to provide ongoing referrals for all types of products and services, and clients and their employees to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Manage a commercial loan portfolio of both credit and noncredit clients
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders, and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit and portfolio management to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure noncredit clients have appropriate treasury management and other related commercial services, and risk ratings are appropriate
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to stay apprised of client performance and assess risk on a continuous basis in conjunction with Portfolio Management
- Complete loan closings in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc. in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Participate in continued sales, product and credit training
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
- Complete special projects as assigned
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing preferred
WORK HISTORY
6 - 8 years account relationship management experience preferred
6 - 8 years experience consistently delivering strong sales performance preferred
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
INTRODUCTION
The C & I Commercial Relationship Manager III is responsible for serving as a trusted business advisor to clients and provide a full breadth of banking solutions to meeting their financial objectives and needs while establishing a network of referral sources and Centers of Influence with regular calling efforts to generate new business opportunities. The C & I Commercial Relationship Manager III is also responsible for managing a portfolio of relationships, ensuring an exceptional client experience, while appropriately managing risk, credit quality, servicing, etc. in accordance with Northwest standards and in partnership with a portfolio management team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop and expand existing commercial banking relationships
- Prospect actively and successfully bring in new relationships to Northwest
- Engage with the various product partners on a regular basis to discuss cross selling opportunities and referrals to expand and deepen client relationships
- Achieve and exceed budget goals as assigned individually and by region
- Actively participate in community and professional networking events
- Develop meaningful “Centers of Influence” relationships
- Establish and maintain an ongoing prospect list, and a set calling and meeting schedule for prospects, existing clients, and COIs
- Encourage existing clients to provide ongoing referrals for all types of products and services, and clients and their employees to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Manage a commercial loan portfolio of both credit and noncredit clients
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders, and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit and portfolio management to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure noncredit clients have appropriate treasury management and other related commercial services, and risk ratings are appropriate
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to stay apprised of client performance and assess risk on a continuous basis in conjunction with Portfolio Management
- Complete loan closings in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc. in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Participate in continued sales, product and credit training
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
- Complete special projects as assigned
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing preferred
WORK HISTORY
6 - 8 years account relationship management experience preferred
6 - 8 years experience consistently delivering strong sales performance preferred
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
Frame your credentials around LCA wage levels
Before applying, look up your target metro area on the OFLC Wage Search to identify the prevailing wage tier for your experience level. Positioning yourself at Level II or III signals to sponsoring banks that your LCA filing won't trigger a wage audit.
Target banks with multi-state commercial portfolios
Regional and super-regional banks with offices across multiple states are more likely to have established H-1B filing infrastructure. Each worksite requires its own certified LCA, so employers already managing multi-location teams handle that complexity routinely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search to commercial banking employers with confirmed H-1B filing history using Migrate Mate. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to institutions that have never sponsored the role or stopped filing after a hiring freeze.
Align your degree field to specialty occupation requirements
USCIS expects the position to normally require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Financial Managers or Loan Officers to document which degree fields align, then match your transcript or credential evaluation to that mapping.
Negotiate petition timing before your start date
H-1B status takes effect no earlier than the petition approval date. Confirm with your future employer whether they'll file standard or premium processing so you can plan your onboarding timeline, especially if you're transitioning from OPT or another visa status.
Prepare a client-portfolio summary for the I-129 support letter
Employers must demonstrate the position requires specialized knowledge. Document your existing book of business, deal complexity, and any industry certifications like CFA or Series 65 so the I-129 support letter can clearly establish degree-level duties rather than general sales management.
H-1B Visa Commercial Banking Relationship Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Banking Relationship Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position is structured around duties that require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or business administration, it typically qualifies. The employer's support letter must demonstrate that the complexity of the portfolio, credit analysis responsibilities, and client advisory work make a specific degree field a baseline requirement, not merely preferred.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Regional banks, super-regional institutions, and large commercial lenders with active corporate banking divisions tend to have established H-1B sponsorship processes. To find employers with verified filing history for relationship manager roles specifically, browse Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies that have sponsored H-1B positions in this occupation category.
How does the LCA process work if I'm assigned to multiple client worksites?
Each fixed worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires its own certified LCA reflecting the prevailing wage for that location. If your role involves regular client visits rather than a fixed secondary office, your employer's immigration counsel should document the primary worksite clearly and handle any short-term placement rules under DOL guidelines.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new bank without restarting the process entirely?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous transfer petition, provided your current petition has been approved for at least 180 days. The new bank must file a new LCA and I-129, but you don't re-enter the cap or restart your status clock.
Does holding a CFA or Series 65 license strengthen my H-1B petition for this role?
Professional credentials like the CFA strengthen the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating that the role requires advanced, field-specific knowledge beyond a generalist bachelor's degree. USCIS adjudicators look for evidence that the position is both theoretically and practically complex, and industry certifications tied to financial analysis or advisory services support that case in the employer's support letter.