H-1B Visa Director Of Partnerships Jobs

Director of Partnerships roles sit squarely within H-1B specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this title must certify a prevailing wage through DOL and demonstrate the role meets specialty occupation standards, which makes targeting companies with active LCA filing history essential.

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Overview

Open Jobs796+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type69% On-site
Median Salary$161K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsRyan Companies US, Inc.

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Radial
Director of Partnerships
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Director of Partnerships
Radial
Remote
Partnerships & Business Development
$119,100/yr - $202,500/yr
Remote (US)
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Sigma Computing
Director of Strategic Partnerships
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Director of Strategic Partnerships
Sigma Computing
San Francisco, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Business Development
$195,000/yr - $215,000/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
None
2-10

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QuinStreet
Director of Creator Partnerships
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Director of Creator Partnerships
QuinStreet
Foster City, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Marketing
Growth Marketing
$145,000/yr - $175,000/yr
Remote (US)
10+ yrs exp.
None
501-1,000

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Syracuse University
Director of Strategic Partnerships
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Syracuse University
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Director of Strategic Partnerships
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Business Development
$100,000/yr - $113,300/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Interactive Brokers
Director of Creative & Partnerships
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Director of Creative & Partnerships
Interactive Brokers
Greenwich, Connecticut
Creative & Design
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
Brand Marketing
$200,000/yr - $300,000/yr
Hybrid
10+ yrs exp.
None

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director Of Partnerships

Verify your degree supports specialty occupation

USCIS evaluates whether a Director of Partnerships role requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Frame your credentials around business development, strategic partnerships, or a directly related field to strengthen the specialty occupation case.

Target employers with LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for business development and partnerships titles. LCA history signals an employer already understands H-1B obligations and won't need hand-holding through the process.

Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary conversations so you know the wage floor and can negotiate from an accurate baseline.

Clarify filing timeline during the offer stage

H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed once per year, with an October 1 start date. Ask prospective employers whether they've navigated this before and confirm they're prepared to file during the April registration window.

Build a job description that survives RFE scrutiny

USCIS issues Requests for Evidence on Director-level roles when duties appear general or managerial. Work with your employer to document that the role requires applying theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge.

Use O*NET to anchor your occupation classification

The O*NET profile for Business Development and Partnerships roles outlines the education and knowledge requirements USCIS weighs. Referencing this in your petition documentation helps establish that the role consistently requires a specialized degree.

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Director Of Partnerships H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Director of Partnerships qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, marketing, or strategic management. Generalist director titles sometimes draw USCIS scrutiny, so the job description should emphasize specialized knowledge requirements rather than broad leadership duties. Detailed documentation of day-to-day responsibilities significantly strengthens the petition.

How do I find employers who will actually sponsor H-1B visas for partnerships roles?

Search Migrate Mate to identify companies with verified LCA filing history for business development and partnerships titles. Employers who have filed LCAs for similar roles have already cleared the DOL certification step before and understand the process, making them far more likely to sponsor than employers with no H-1B track record in this function.

Can I switch employers in a Director of Partnerships role without losing H-1B status?

Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a new H-1B petition, as long as your prior petition was approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. The new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin work upon receipt, without waiting for approval.

What happens if my H-1B petition is denied for a Director of Partnerships title?

USCIS most commonly issues RFEs or denials on this title when the job duties appear too general to require a specific degree. Your employer can respond to an RFE with supporting evidence, including industry wage surveys, O*NET data, and detailed duty descriptions. If denied outright, the employer may refile with a strengthened record or pursue a motion to reopen.

Do all companies hiring Directors of Partnerships sponsor H-1B visas?

No. H-1B sponsorship requires the employer to register with USCIS, file an LCA with DOL, and pay associated fees and legal costs. Many smaller companies or startups without prior experience sponsoring international employees decline to do so. Focusing your search on employers with documented H-1B filing history saves significant time in the process.

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