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Operations Lead roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in business, industrial engineering, or a related field. Many H-1B holders in this role work for manufacturers, logistics firms, and tech companies that file LCAs annually and have established sponsorship pipelines.
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At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for moderately complex transaction and fulfillment processing, including the movement of assets into and out of accounts. Key responsibilities include reconciliation, settlement, and trade and transfer support, and providing quality service and operations support for internal business partners and external clients, in accordance with established guidelines and procedures. Job expectations include handling in operational processes which may carry medium to high levels of monetary risk and assisting in training less experienced team members.
Main point of contact for Prime Brokerage Clients for settlement related queries within BofA across products, markets, entity, trade status. Candidate must provide premium Client service and manage the risk and exposure of the clients' trading activity. Continuous Improvement efforts in the form of process enhancements, client analysis, or pushing strategic change are key in the role and achieving operational efficiency. Directly interacting with Clients on a daily basis, you will be the main point of contact for clients and business partners on all settlement operational issues.
Responsibilities:
- Performs moderately complex transaction processing and reconciliation with medium to large monetary impact according to the established written guidelines and procedures
- Responds to moderately complex client inquiries via numerous channels to support operational efficiency and quality client service
- Responsible for the analysis and resolution of moderately complex transactions requiring escalations and exceptions
- Proactively identifies risk and opportunities for process improvements based on an understanding of how the work impacts other operational units
- Resolution and escalation of matched and unmatched trades for Clients settling in the Americas markets (US, Canada and Latin America)
- Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades
- Client fails reporting
- Break reconciliation investigation and resolution
- Performing and presenting client metrics analysis, being able to articulate a story via data with the aim to be an influencer for efficiency
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-3 years of financial services experience
- Presentable, confident and client focused
- Client facing experience or ability to conduct discussions with Clients in a confident manner
- Excellent communications skills and ability to present to an audience
- Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
- Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. Candidate will be able to manage own time and know when to escalate
- Ability to liaise with all levels of the firm and people with different experiences and backgrounds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutions
- Excels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forward
- Experience in connecting with a diverse set of clients to understand future business needs - is a continuous learner
- Commitment to challenging the status quo and promoting positive change
- Participate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client base
- Believes in value of diversity so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the world
SKILLS
- Attention to Detail
- Customer and Client Focus
- Oral Communications
- Prioritization
- Problem Solving
- Account Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching
- Written Communications
- Mentoring
- Research
- Result Orientation
SHIFT
1st shift (United States of America)
HOURS PER WEEK
40
INTRODUCTION
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for moderately complex transaction and fulfillment processing, including the movement of assets into and out of accounts. Key responsibilities include reconciliation, settlement, and trade and transfer support, and providing quality service and operations support for internal business partners and external clients, in accordance with established guidelines and procedures. Job expectations include handling in operational processes which may carry medium to high levels of monetary risk and assisting in training less experienced team members.
Main point of contact for Prime Brokerage Clients for settlement related queries within BofA across products, markets, entity, trade status. Candidate must provide premium Client service and manage the risk and exposure of the clients' trading activity. Continuous Improvement efforts in the form of process enhancements, client analysis, or pushing strategic change are key in the role and achieving operational efficiency. Directly interacting with Clients on a daily basis, you will be the main point of contact for clients and business partners on all settlement operational issues.
Responsibilities:
- Performs moderately complex transaction processing and reconciliation with medium to large monetary impact according to the established written guidelines and procedures
- Responds to moderately complex client inquiries via numerous channels to support operational efficiency and quality client service
- Responsible for the analysis and resolution of moderately complex transactions requiring escalations and exceptions
- Proactively identifies risk and opportunities for process improvements based on an understanding of how the work impacts other operational units
- Resolution and escalation of matched and unmatched trades for Clients settling in the Americas markets (US, Canada and Latin America)
- Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades
- Client fails reporting
- Break reconciliation investigation and resolution
- Performing and presenting client metrics analysis, being able to articulate a story via data with the aim to be an influencer for efficiency
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-3 years of financial services experience
- Presentable, confident and client focused
- Client facing experience or ability to conduct discussions with Clients in a confident manner
- Excellent communications skills and ability to present to an audience
- Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
- Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. Candidate will be able to manage own time and know when to escalate
- Ability to liaise with all levels of the firm and people with different experiences and backgrounds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutions
- Excels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forward
- Experience in connecting with a diverse set of clients to understand future business needs - is a continuous learner
- Commitment to challenging the status quo and promoting positive change
- Participate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client base
- Believes in value of diversity so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the world
SKILLS
- Attention to Detail
- Customer and Client Focus
- Oral Communications
- Prioritization
- Problem Solving
- Account Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching
- Written Communications
- Mentoring
- Research
- Result Orientation
SHIFT
1st shift (United States of America)
HOURS PER WEEK
40
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Operations Lead
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly support the Operations Lead position. A business administration or industrial engineering degree maps cleanly, but a general studies degree may trigger an RFE. Pull the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the accepted degree fields before applying.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search Operations Lead roles by employers with active LCA filings. This shows you which companies already understand the H-1B process for this job title, cutting down wasted applications to employers unfamiliar with sponsoring operations roles.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers first
Employers enrolled in E-Verify are already set up for employment verification, which signals familiarity with work authorization compliance. For H-1B holders, this often means a smoother onboarding process and fewer delays between offer acceptance and your start date.
Clarify the specialty occupation case early
Operations Lead titles vary widely. Before accepting an offer, confirm the job duties require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just general management experience. Vague job descriptions weaken the specialty occupation argument and increase RFE risk during USCIS adjudication.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
If your offer has a specific start date tied to a project launch or transition period, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium I-129 petitions within 15 business days, giving both sides certainty before you give notice at your current role.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Operations Lead in your work location. Run a search on OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you understand the wage floor and can negotiate above it, not below.
H-1B Visa Operations Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, industrial engineering, or operations management. The key is that the degree requirement must be specific to the role, not just a general preference. Employers with vague job descriptions sometimes receive RFEs from USCIS asking them to clarify the degree requirement, so the offer letter and job posting language matter.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Operations Lead positions?
Manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, technology, and healthcare operations are the most active industries for H-1B sponsorship in Operations Lead roles. These sectors typically have structured HR processes and ongoing headcount that makes annual H-1B filing routine. You can browse Operations Lead roles filtered by employers with LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors in your target industry.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Operations Lead role at a different employer?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a new LCA for the Operations Lead position at your new work location and certify the prevailing wage. Material changes to duties or location require a new petition, not just an amendment.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Operations Lead role is restructured or my employer downsizes?
If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During this window you can accept a new job offer and have a new employer file an H-1B transfer petition. You can't work during the grace period unless a new petition is filed and accepted. Acting quickly is important since the 60 days runs from your last day of employment.
Does an Operations Lead job title affect H-1B prevailing wage calculations?
Yes. The DOL assigns prevailing wages based on the Standard Occupational Classification code that matches your actual job duties, not just the job title. Operations Lead roles can map to different SOC codes depending on whether the focus is general operations, production supervision, or logistics management, and each carries a different wage level. Your employer determines the SOC code when filing the LCA, so confirm the mapping reflects your actual responsibilities before the petition is filed.