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Insurance Broker roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, or a related field. Many brokerages and insurers file LCAs through DOL and sponsor H-1B transfers, renewals, and new petitions for licensed professionals placing commercial and personal lines coverage.
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At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.
Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.
In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.
Broker Manager, C-Store
Work Location: Chicago
The Broker Manager, C-Store oversees the activities of an outsourced broker sales force. Collaborating with Ferrara customer teams, the Broker Manager, C-Store ensures that short and long-term performance objectives are achieved at all assigned outlets. The Broker Manager, C-Store has responsibility for leading all merchandising and call coverage objectives for all Broker assigned retail outlets within their geographic area. Ongoing daily activities include providing timely and clear communication of all objectives, product training, analysis and problem solving, conducting store visits and business reviews.
Want to make an impact?
The Broker Manager, C-Store oversees the activities of an outsourced broker sales force. Collaborating with Ferrara customer teams, the Broker Manager, C-Store ensures that short and long-term performance objectives are achieved at all assigned outlets. The Broker Manager, C-Store has responsibility for leading all merchandising and call coverage objectives for all Broker assigned retail outlets within their geographic area. Ongoing daily activities include providing timely and clear communication of all objectives, product training, analysis and problem solving, conducting store visits and business reviews.
NOTE This role is remote
Ways you will make a difference
Broker Management:
- Leads, directs, and motivates broker sales force to achieve performance objectives and deliver a positive return on investment
- Monitors and assesses broker performance to achieve desired results through observation of work, work with’s and analysis of business results
- Conducts routine market visits and timely audits to assess performance and manage results
- Develops and communicates action plans with broker complete with clear directives and measurable expectations
- Provides broker personnel with product and customer knowledge enabling associates to deliver expected results
Planning, Business Analytics, and Problem Solving:
- Analyzes and continuously assesses progress in meeting goals and adjusts activities as needed
- Develops customized incentive programming to drive enhanced results
- Manages expenditure of financial resources in a fiscally responsible manner
- Assesses coverage plans and frequencies to validate high impact stores
- Participates in the development of annual Customer Plans
- Assesses key item distribution opportunity/omission following POG refresh or revision
- Flawless coordination and facilitation of ongoing leadership market visits
Communication:
- Communicates market conditions, retail observations and audit results with Broker Management and Customer Teams
- Develops proper relations and rapport with store managers, district managers, store operations personnel and personnel within territory
- Develops collaborative relationships with customer teams
Skills that will make you successful
- Experience with strong examples of ability to lead, motivate, develop and train
- Change agility, always looking for new and different ways to enhance the model
- Experience in creating clear, concise and high-quality PowerPoint presentations with ease and efficiency
- Strong work ethic with sense of urgency, accountability, and initiative
- History of driving collaboration, focused on strong execution, accountability, and using data to drive performance
Experiences that will support your success
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or related field
- 2-3 years of retail sales experience
- 1-2 years of broker or account management preferred
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience with Syndicated/POS data a plus
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $112,283 - $157,196 annually.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Insurance Broker
Verify your state licensing transfers cleanly
Each state issues its own insurance producer license, and H-1B approval doesn't automatically resolve licensing gaps. Confirm your current license is active and check reciprocity rules with your target state before accepting an offer.
Match your degree field to the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the broker position. A finance, business, or risk management degree supports the specialty occupation argument; an unrelated major increases RFE risk and may require a credential evaluation.
Search LCA filings to identify real sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to filter Insurance Broker roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated DOL certification for this occupation, not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment
H-1B employers must be E-Verify participants if they employ H-1B workers. Confirm enrollment early in the offer stage so your I-9 process and work authorization start date aren't delayed after your petition approval.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation code and location. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figure yourself so you negotiate above the floor, not below what the LCA requires.
Time your petition around licensing exam windows
If you're sitting for a Series 6, Series 63, or state insurance exam, coordinate the exam date with your I-129 filing timeline. USCIS adjudication runs three to five months standard, so a licensing delay can push your start date past the cap-gap or grace period window.
H-1B Visa Insurance Broker: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Insurance Broker role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, risk management, business, or economics. Generic sales roles titled 'broker' that accept any degree won't qualify. The employer's job description must document the theoretical and practical knowledge required, and your degree must align with that field specifically.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new brokerage without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as your prior status was lawfully maintained. The new employer files a new I-129 and LCA. You don't need to wait for approval before your first day, but the petition must be pending and non-frivolous.
How do I find Insurance Broker employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Insurance Broker roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This shows you which brokerages and insurers have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation through DOL, which is a direct indicator of active sponsorship rather than a general willingness claim on a company careers page.
Does my state insurance license affect the H-1B petition?
It can. USCIS may look at state licensure as evidence that a role meets specialty occupation standards. If your target state requires a license to place insurance and you don't yet hold one, address that in the petition. Some employers file the I-129 with a license pending, but you'll need it active before placing regulated lines of business.
What O*NET occupation code applies to Insurance Broker roles for prevailing wage purposes?
Insurance Brokers and agents are typically classified under O*NET code 41-3021 for Insurance Sales Agents. Your employer uses this code when filing the LCA and calculating the DOL prevailing wage via OFLC Wage Search. The wage level assigned, from Level I to Level IV, depends on your experience, supervisory duties, and the complexity of accounts you manage.