H-1B Visa Performance Manager Jobs

Performance Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your petition reaches USCIS, and most corporate performance roles sit outside the cap-exempt category, so lottery timing matters.

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Overview

Open Jobs454+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type72% On-site
Median Salary$132K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsDeloitte

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InterMed, P.A.
Value Based Care Performance Manager
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InterMed, P.A.
New 9h ago
Value Based Care Performance Manager
InterMed, P.A.
South Portland, Maine
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Customer Success
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Unilever United States
Associate Business Performance Manager
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Unilever United States
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Associate Business Performance Manager
Unilever United States
Hoboken, New Jersey
Business Operations
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
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On-Site
Associate's

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Claims Services Group
Solution Performance Manager, Dealer Solutions
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Claims Services Group
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Solution Performance Manager, Dealer Solutions
Claims Services Group
Remote
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Project Management
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Remote (US)
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Crane Worldwide Logistics
Training & Performance Manager
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Crane Worldwide Logistics
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Training & Performance Manager
Crane Worldwide Logistics
McCook, Illinois
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Johnson Brothers
Supplier Performance Manager
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Johnson Brothers
Added 6d ago
Supplier Performance Manager
Johnson Brothers
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Project & Program Management
Customer Success
Procurement & Supply Chain
Business Development
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On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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

Verify your role meets specialty occupation

Pull the O*NET profile for Performance Manager and confirm the listed education requirement is a specific bachelor's degree field, not a general one. USCIS denies petitions when the job description accepts any degree, so push your employer to narrow the requirement in the LCA.

Target employers with LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have certified Labor Condition Applications for performance and operations management roles. Prior LCA filings signal an established H-1B process, reducing your risk of delays from employers filing for the first time.

Document your performance management credentials now

Gather degree transcripts, any PMP or Six Sigma certifications, and evidence linking your credentials to the specialty occupation definition before interviews start. USCIS scrutinizes business roles closely, so a credentials gap in your petition package can trigger a Request for Evidence.

Ask about premium processing before accepting an offer

Standard H-1B adjudication runs several months, which can conflict with a Performance Manager start date tied to a budget cycle or fiscal year. Confirm whether your employer will file premium processing through USCIS so you know your realistic start timeline upfront.

Check prevailing wage level before negotiating salary

Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific job title and work location before salary discussions. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, and Level I versus Level II designations affect what DOL considers compliant for your role.

Clarify scope if your role spans multiple functions

Performance Manager titles sometimes blend HR analytics, operations, and financial oversight. USCIS expects a single occupational classification on the LCA and I-129, so work with your employer's immigration counsel to align the job description with one SOC code before the petition is filed.

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Performance Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Performance Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, industrial engineering, organizational management, or a directly related discipline. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify. Your employer should document in the LCA and I-129 why a specific degree field is required for the particular duties involved.

How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Performance Manager roles?

Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified Labor Condition Application filings for performance and operations management positions. LCA data from DOL shows which companies have already gone through the certification process for comparable roles, giving you a practical shortlist of H-1B-ready employers rather than relying on job descriptions that may not reflect actual sponsorship history.

Which SOC code is typically used for Performance Manager H-1B petitions?

Most Performance Manager roles are filed under SOC 11-1021 (General and Operations Managers) or 13-1082 (Project Management Specialists), depending on the actual job duties. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage tier, so it directly affects your required salary. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel which code best fits the specific responsibilities in your offer letter before the LCA is submitted to DOL.

Can my employer file my H-1B petition outside the annual lottery cap?

Only if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt, which applies to universities, affiliated nonprofits, and certain research organizations. Most corporate employers filing for Performance Manager roles are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the April lottery for an October 1 start date. If you're currently on OPT or another valid status, your employer should plan the petition timeline around the registration window in March.

What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers or get promoted to a different role?

A job change requires your new employer to file a fresh H-1B petition before you start working. An internal promotion that significantly changes your duties or title may require an amended petition even with the same employer, per USCIS guidance. For Performance Manager roles that evolve into director-level positions, the amended petition should document why the new duties still qualify as a specialty occupation under the updated job description.

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