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Placement Specialist jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of human resources, recruiting, and workforce consulting, roles that typically require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Employers filing an LCA must certify a prevailing wage, and H-1B status runs up to three years with extensions available.
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At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Broker Placement Specialist supports the Private Client sales and service team members in the development of a profitable book business, specifically within the Private Client segment. The Broker Placement Specialist is responsible for delivering high quality service to internal and external clients, adhering to efficiency/productivity and process standards, and consistently achieving or exceeding operational productivity and performance metrics.
How you'll make an impact:
- Build relationships internally and externally to facilitate writing Private Client personal lines insurance submissions.
- Provide efficient, timely, and accurate work output, supporting a true Private Client experience for our clients.
- Initiate, execute and support prioritization, assessment, evaluation, quoting and policy issuance for risks in Personal Lines markets.
- Support team members with unique expertise in carrier underwriting rules, requirements, and systems usage.
- Role model for high performance and Gallagher’s shared values.
- Organizes and prioritizes work with limited supervision.
- Consistently delivers high-quality work on a timely basis.
- Supports a collaborative, communicative, collegial environment with team members for the betterment of ourselves, Gallagher, and our clients’ experience.
- Balances a strong client focus while maximizing operational efficiency. Proactively suggests and shares opportunities to streamline processes and improve group productivity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor's degree and 4 years related experience required. Insurance licensing required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional designation preferred, such as CPCU, CIC or ARM.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
INTRODUCTION
At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Broker Placement Specialist supports the Private Client sales and service team members in the development of a profitable book business, specifically within the Private Client segment. The Broker Placement Specialist is responsible for delivering high quality service to internal and external clients, adhering to efficiency/productivity and process standards, and consistently achieving or exceeding operational productivity and performance metrics.
How you'll make an impact:
- Build relationships internally and externally to facilitate writing Private Client personal lines insurance submissions.
- Provide efficient, timely, and accurate work output, supporting a true Private Client experience for our clients.
- Initiate, execute and support prioritization, assessment, evaluation, quoting and policy issuance for risks in Personal Lines markets.
- Support team members with unique expertise in carrier underwriting rules, requirements, and systems usage.
- Role model for high performance and Gallagher’s shared values.
- Organizes and prioritizes work with limited supervision.
- Consistently delivers high-quality work on a timely basis.
- Supports a collaborative, communicative, collegial environment with team members for the betterment of ourselves, Gallagher, and our clients’ experience.
- Balances a strong client focus while maximizing operational efficiency. Proactively suggests and shares opportunities to streamline processes and improve group productivity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Bachelor's degree and 4 years related experience required. Insurance licensing required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional designation preferred, such as CPCU, CIC or ARM.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Placement Specialist
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field directly relates to placement work. A degree in human resources, industrial-organizational psychology, or business administration strengthens the specialty occupation argument far more than a general liberal arts credential.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Target employers with a documented H-1B filing history in HR and staffing roles. Migrate Mate lists employers by verified LCA sponsorship activity, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the process for roles like yours.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run your SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor the LCA must meet.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
Placement Specialists often support multiple client sites or offices. USCIS requires a separate certified LCA for each worksite location, so clarify with your employer how they handle multi-site placements before accepting an offer.
Review the O*NET profile to build your job description
The O*NET occupation profile for Placement Specialists outlines the degree-level duties that support a specialty occupation argument. Use those task descriptions to ensure your offer letter reflects the analytical and advisory functions USCIS looks for.
Account for I-129 timing in your start date
Your employer files the I-129 petition after the LCA is certified, which adds processing time before your start date. Standard USCIS processing can run several months, so build that window into your transition plan from your current role or status.
H-1B Visa Placement Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Placement Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but only when the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as human resources, psychology, or business, as a minimum entry requirement. If your employer structures the role around degree-level duties like workforce analysis, competency-based assessments, or talent strategy, USCIS is more likely to approve it. Roles limited to administrative scheduling or clerical coordination typically don't meet the threshold.
What documentation should I prepare before an employer sponsors my H-1B?
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and any professional credentials in human resources or workforce development. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator to confirm equivalency. Your employer will also need a detailed job description that connects your daily duties to your specific degree field for the LCA and I-129 filing.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Placement Specialist roles?
Start with Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by role and location. Staffing firms, large healthcare systems, universities, and corporate HR departments are the most consistent sponsors for placement-related titles. Prioritize organizations that have filed LCAs specifically for HR specialist or staffing coordinator roles, not just engineering or tech positions.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change placement firms?
Yes, H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer once they file an I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you're maintaining valid status. Your new employer must file a new LCA certified for the specific worksite and wage level before submitting the petition. Gaps between jobs can affect portability eligibility, so timing matters.
What happens to my H-1B status if my placement assignments change locations?
Each new primary worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. Short-term placements at client sites may fall under different rules, but ongoing work at an unlisted location is a compliance risk for your employer. Confirm with your HR or legal team that any new assignment location is covered by a valid, site-specific LCA before your first day on-site.