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H-1B visa jobs for Investment Consultants are sponsored by financial services firms, wealth management companies, and institutional asset managers that file Labor Condition Applications with DOL to certify prevailing wages. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
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Location: Tampa, FL
Requisition ID 2026-129888
Category Retail Branch
Position type Regular
Pay range USD $27.40 - $39.28 / Hour
Application deadline 2026-11-13
Your opportunity
At Schwab, you’ll make an impact on your career while helping clients take ownership of their financial futures. In a collaborative, inclusive environment, you’ll build meaningful relationships, grow your skills, and contribute to a client-first culture that drives innovation.
As an Investment Consultant (IC) in Schwab’s Branch Network, you’ll take a critical first step on the path toward becoming a Financial Consultant. This role is designed for individuals who are motivated to learn, comfortable taking initiative, and excited to grow through hands-on experience.
You’ll develop core consulting skills through proactive client outreach, needs-based conversations, and solution positioning—while learning alongside experienced Financial Consultants who provide coaching, mentoring, and real-time feedback. This is a role where curiosity, effort, and coachability matter just as much as prior experience.
- Active listening and thoughtful questioning to align solutions to client goals
- Build relationship management skills through timely, accurate, client-focused support
- Manage priorities effectively across outreach, follow-up, and administrative work
- Demonstrate resilience and motivation in achieving individual and team goals
- Collaborate with Financial Consultants and branch leaders to enhance client experience
- Take ownership of your learning, results, and professional growth
Why you’re set up for success:
Schwab Training and Development
- Start with Wealth Management University—a four-week, live virtual program designed to build your foundation for success.
- Afterward, continue your development through hands-on training and mentorship in your branch, partnering with your manager, peers, and mentors for guidance aligned to your goals.
Career Pathing
- The Investment Consultant role provides a strong foundation for growth, with a clear path to a Financial Consultant position for those looking to deepen client relationships, business development skills, and financial expertise.
- Schwab also supports a “choose your own adventure” approach—empowering you to explore leadership, expanded branch roles, or opportunities across service and support teams. You’ll be supported by leaders who invest in your growth and continuous development over time.
Competitive Compensation
- In addition to base pay, this role offers bonus and incentive opportunities tied to performance.
What you have
The expertise you bring:
- Currently hold or obtain, under a condition of employment, the FINRA Series 7 license required.
- Currently hold or obtain, under a condition of employment, the FINRA Series 66 (63/65) license and Life & Health Insurance, both of which are required for this role.
- Relevant experience in financial services or a similar client-facing, sales, or advisory environment preferred.
The skills you bring:
Motivation: Own goals with persistence, drive, and a growth mindset focused on continuous improvement and business impact.
Adaptability: Feedback quickly and adjust to changing client needs, priorities, and information with a flexible, solutions-focused approach.
Time Management: Prioritize outreach, follow-up, development, and daily responsibilities to stay organized and deliver consistent results.
Influencing Others: Use active listening, thoughtful questions, and clear communication to build trust and guide client decisions.
Entrepreneurial Orientation: Take initiative to grow client relationships, pursue opportunities, and navigate challenges with resilience and resourcefulness.
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Eligible Schwabbies receive
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
- Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
- Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Investment Consultant
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Your degree must be in a directly related field like finance, economics, or accounting. If your degree is in a broader discipline, gather documentation showing your coursework directly supports investment analysis and portfolio management duties.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for Investment Consultant roles by metro area and experience level. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that threshold, so knowing the floor protects you in salary negotiations.
Target firms with dedicated immigration infrastructure
Large asset managers, broker-dealers, and insurance-linked wealth platforms tend to have in-house immigration counsel and established LCA workflows. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history for investment and financial advisory roles.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your role requires serving clients at multiple branch locations or client offices, each worksite needs a separately certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer before accepting an offer to avoid compliance gaps that could affect your status.
Review the O*NET profile before your petition is filed
The O*NET occupation profile for Personal Financial Advisors and Investment Analysts lists the degree-level knowledge domains USCIS expects to see reflected in your job duties. Cross-check your offer letter's duty description against those domains so your I-129 petition holds up under scrutiny.
Plan your cap-gap timeline if you're on OPT
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window with USCIS. If selected, your OPT-based work authorization extends through September 30 of that year, giving you a defined bridge period to plan your start date with your employer.
H-1B Visa Investment Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Investment Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Investment Consultant positions at financial services firms, wealth management companies, and institutional advisors typically require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard. The employer's job description must reflect degree-level duties, so roles framed around client relationship management alone, without analytical or technical investment work, may face additional USCIS scrutiny.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Investment Consultants?
Registered investment advisers, broker-dealers, insurance-linked wealth platforms, asset management firms, and institutional banks are the most common H-1B sponsors for this role. These employers have established LCA processes and immigration counsel on retainer. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for investment roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces that DOL data by role and location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Investment Consultant offers?
Your sponsoring employer must certify through a Labor Condition Application that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the Investment Consultant role in your specific worksite location. The prevailing wage is tied to your experience level and metro area, not national averages. Use the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating offers so you can confirm any employer's LCA wage commitment is competitive and compliant.
Can my employer sponsor me if I'll work at multiple client locations?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties needs its own certified LCA filed with DOL before you work there. If your Investment Consultant role requires regular presence at branch offices or client sites in different metro areas, your employer must file separate LCAs for each location. Confirm this with your employer's immigration team before accepting an offer, as gaps in LCA coverage can create compliance issues.
How long does H-1B status last for Investment Consultants?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum under standard rules. If your employer pursues permanent residence sponsorship through PERM labor certification before your fifth year, you may qualify for extensions beyond six years while that process continues. USCIS governs the extension process, and each extension is tied to a valid, unexpired LCA for your worksite.