H-1B Visa Leasing Specialist Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Leasing Specialists exist at property management companies that build the role around degree-level duties in real estate, business, or finance. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting H-1B status for up to three years, extendable to six.
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First Hawaiian Bank is currently seeking a Leasing Operations Specialist to join the team in the Commercial Loan Center.
COMPENSATION:
The hourly salary range for this role is $18.00 - $23.25 / per hour; commensurate with experience.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30PM (hours may vary)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, business-related field, or equivalent experience preferred
- 1 year of experience in leasing operations, accounting or related field
- Able to follow procedures thoroughly
- Able to handle confidential matters judiciously
- Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of employees
- Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Possesses attention to detail with excellent follow-through
- Ability to type and input information accurately with minimal errors
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role, the Leasing Operations Specialist is responsible for accurately entering and maintaining lease information into the LeasePak system from inception to termination, reviewing and reconciling various bank and general ledger accounts, and processing lease payment transactions and maintenance requests.
INTRODUCTION
First Hawaiian Bank is currently seeking a Leasing Operations Specialist to join the team in the Commercial Loan Center.
COMPENSATION:
The hourly salary range for this role is $18.00 - $23.25 / per hour; commensurate with experience.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30PM (hours may vary)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, business-related field, or equivalent experience preferred
- 1 year of experience in leasing operations, accounting or related field
- Able to follow procedures thoroughly
- Able to handle confidential matters judiciously
- Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of employees
- Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Possesses attention to detail with excellent follow-through
- Ability to type and input information accurately with minimal errors
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role, the Leasing Operations Specialist is responsible for accurately entering and maintaining lease information into the LeasePak system from inception to termination, reviewing and reconciling various bank and general ledger accounts, and processing lease payment transactions and maintenance requests.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Leasing Specialist
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Leasing Specialist roles don't automatically qualify as specialty occupations. Gather transcripts and a credential evaluation showing your bachelor's degree in real estate, business, or finance directly relates to the analytical and contractual duties the employer lists in the job description.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target city before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing it protects you from offers that can't support a valid H-1B visa filing.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate by role
Search Migrate Mate for Leasing Specialist roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Focusing on companies that have already filed for this occupation saves time you'd otherwise spend vetting employers who've never sponsored the role.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your role covers multiple properties or locations, each worksite requires a separately certified LCA from DOL. Ask hiring managers during the offer stage how they handle multi-site portfolios, since employers managing many buildings sometimes overlook this USCIS filing requirement.
Review the O*NET profile before interviews
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers to identify the degree-level tasks central to your role. Aligning your resume and interview answers to those duties strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer must make to USCIS.
Time your application around cap-exempt employers
H-1B selection rules have changed recently and cap-subject slots fill fast. Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt, so property management or housing roles at those entities let you start without waiting for an annual registration cycle.
H-1B Visa Leasing Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Leasing Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as real estate, business, or finance. Generalist leasing positions focused on customer service or property tours typically don't meet the specialty occupation standard. Employers that build the job description around lease analysis, financial reporting, and compliance duties are the ones that successfully sponsor H-1B petitions for this title.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a potential H-1B sponsor?
Prepare a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree, official transcripts showing your major field of study, and a resume that maps your experience to degree-level duties in real estate or property finance. Having these ready before outreach shows employers you've thought through the specialty occupation question, which is the main reason property management companies hesitate to sponsor this role.
How do I find property management companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for Leasing Specialists?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by job title and location. Prioritizing companies that have already filed for similar roles means you're approaching sponsors who understand the process, have established relationships with immigration counsel, and are less likely to withdraw an offer when they learn H-1B sponsorship is involved.
What happens to my H-1B status if I transfer to a different property managed by the same employer?
Each worksite requires its own certified LCA from DOL, even when the employer is the same. If you move to a new property in a different metropolitan area, your employer must file a new LCA certifying the prevailing wage for that location before you begin working there. USCIS treats each work location as a distinct compliance obligation, so proactively flag any planned transfers to your employer's immigration team.
Can I switch employers during my H-1B period if I find a better Leasing Specialist role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new sponsoring employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your current H-1B was lawfully approved and you haven't fallen out of status. The new employer must still file a fresh LCA with DOL and certify the prevailing wage for your new worksite before submitting the petition.