H-1B Visa Human Resources Manager Jobs

Human Resources Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in HR, business, or a related field. Large employers in tech, healthcare, and financial services file LCAs regularly for this title. The H-1B cap-subject lottery applies, though universities and nonprofits are cap-exempt.

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New York
Product Management
Marketing
Strategy & Corporate Development
Customer Success
Growth Marketing
Business Strategy
$288k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Principal Customer Success Manager
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Principal Customer Success Manager
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Remote
Customer Success
Account Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $135k/yr
Remote (US)
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PenFed Credit Union
Assistant Manager, Financial Center
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Assistant Manager, Financial Center
PenFed Credit Union
Honolulu, Hawaii
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Human Resources
Customer Service
$32 - $40/hr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Manager, Competitive and Market Intelligence
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Manager, Competitive and Market Intelligence
Pitney Bowes
Florida
Strategy & Corporate Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Project & Program Management
Business Strategy
Business Development
Project Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$105k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Senior Manager, Trade Compliance
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Senior Manager, Trade Compliance
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Bingen, Washington
Compliance & Legal
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
$121k - $166k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Human Resources Manager

Verify your degree supports the petition

USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the HR Manager role. A business or psychology degree typically qualifies, but a degree in an unrelated field may require a USCIS credential evaluation to establish equivalency before your employer files.

Target cap-exempt employers first

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery. HR Manager roles at these employers can be filed year-round, giving you a direct path to status without waiting for the annual April registration window.

Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate

Filter by HR Manager occupational codes to see which employers have active DOL Labor Condition Applications for this role. Filing history signals genuine sponsorship willingness, not just a recruiter's assumption that the company sponsors.

Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer

Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for SOC code 11-3121 in your target metro. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, and a mismatch can delay or derail filing.

Ask whether the employer is E-Verify enrolled

E-Verify enrollment is mandatory for federal contractors and STEM OPT employers, but voluntary for others. Confirming enrollment early tells you whether the employer has an established compliance infrastructure, which often correlates with smoother H-1B petition handling.

Get Form I-129 filed before your OPT or grace period expires

If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer must file the I-129 petition with USCIS before your EAD expires. The 60-day grace period after OPT ends does not extend work authorization, so timeline alignment with your HR contact is critical.

H-1B Visa Human Resources Manager: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an HR Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, HR Manager is a recognized specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a directly related field. Generic management positions can face RFEs, so your offer letter should clearly describe duties requiring specialized HR knowledge rather than general supervisory tasks.

Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for HR Manager positions?

Technology companies, large healthcare systems, financial services firms, and multinational manufacturers file LCAs for HR Manager roles with regularity. Universities and nonprofit hospitals offer the added benefit of cap-exempt status, meaning no lottery. You can browse verified employer filing history by role on Migrate Mate before targeting your outreach.

Can my employer file an H-1B for an HR Manager role if I'm currently on OPT?

Yes, and timing matters. Your employer must file the cap-subject H-1B petition during the April registration window, with an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30, as long as your employer files before your EAD expires.

What SOC code applies to HR Manager roles for LCA and prevailing wage purposes?

The DOL classifies HR Managers under SOC code 11-3121. Your employer uses this code when filing the Labor Condition Application and when looking up the prevailing wage via the OFLC Wage Search. The wage level assigned, from Level I through Level IV, must reflect your actual experience and supervisory scope, not simply the minimum the employer wants to pay.

Does O*NET classify HR Manager as a degree-required occupation?

Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for Human Resources Managers lists a bachelor's degree as the typical entry-level education requirement and assigns it a Job Zone 4 rating, reflecting considerable preparation. This classification supports the specialty occupation argument USCIS evaluates during petition review, particularly if an RFE challenges whether the role truly requires a specialized degree.