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Recruiter roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, psychology, or a related field. Staffing agencies, RPO firms, and large in-house talent teams regularly file LCAs for Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Specialist positions under SOC code 13-1071.
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INTRODUCTION
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
OUR BENEFITS
Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
- And more!
SUMMARY
The Talent Acquisition Lead oversees the entire recruitment cycle, including sourcing, developing recruitment strategies, screening candidates, conducting initial interviews, and managing candidate flow through to final disposition in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for all Balfour Beatty U.S positions.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
- Proven ability to build constructive partnerships with hiring managers, business leaders, and HR leaders to source, screen, and secure top talent for open positions.
- Proven ability to develop and utilize industry and professional networks to connect Balfour Beatty with premier talent sources.
- Adept at prioritizing, organizing, and managing a high volume of open positions with the necessary sense of urgency.
- Resourcefulness, resiliency, and a willingness to always learn and share new things.
- Possesses interpersonal savvy and effective verbal communication skills, building trust and credibility with hiring managers, business leaders, HR leaders, and potential candidates.
- Organizationally savvy, with the ability to influence and work effectively with all levels of management.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% as needed for recruiting events, job fairs, and strategic sessions with business and HR leaders.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Possesses professional and clear writing skills with minimal errors.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Associate's degree in a Human Resources or related field, and/or minimum 5 years of talent acquisition experience in a multi-location organization, with expertise in full cycle recruiting.
- Experience working in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Knowledge of OFCCP, EEOC, and AAP guidelines.
- Proven experience in recruiting across multi-state, multi-office organizations.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
- Two or more years of recruitment experience within the construction industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with expertise in consultation, customer relationship management, and team leadership.
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities, with the capacity to work independently and take initiative.
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Recruiter
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to relate directly to the Recruiter position. A bachelor's in HR, organizational psychology, or business administration satisfies specialty occupation. A general arts degree without relevant coursework can trigger an RFE.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT extensions require E-Verify enrollment, but it also signals that an employer has an established compliance infrastructure and is more likely to have filed H-1B petitions before. Prioritize these companies during your search.
Look up prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level for SOC code 13-1071 in your target city before your offer conversation. Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing Level I through IV rates protects you.
Search H-1B-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate to find employers who have actively filed for Recruiter and Talent Acquisition roles. This cuts out guesswork and focuses your applications on verified sponsors.
Ask about agency versus in-house sponsor structures
Staffing and RPO agencies can be H-1B petitioners, but the employer of record matters for prevailing wage and worksite compliance. Confirm whether the agency or the client company is listed as the sponsoring employer on your LCA before signing an offer.
File your I-129 petition with cap timing in mind
H-1B cap registration opens in March and employment can't begin before October 1. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD expiration date and whether cap-gap coverage applies so you don't have an unauthorized gap between your OPT end date and H-1B start.
H-1B Visa Recruiter: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Recruiter role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology. Generic HR titles without a defined degree requirement have drawn RFEs, so ask the employer to document the educational requirement in the job description before USCIS reviews the petition.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an LCA for a Recruiter?
Most employers file under SOC code 13-1071 (Human Resources Specialists) or 13-1071.01 (Employment, Recruitment, and Placement Specialists). The O*NET profile for 13-1071 confirms this is a Job Zone 4 occupation requiring substantial preparation, which supports the specialty occupation argument. Make sure your employer uses the correct code on the LCA, as misclassification can complicate the petition.
Can a staffing agency or RPO firm sponsor my H-1B as a Recruiter?
Yes. Staffing agencies and recruitment process outsourcing firms are eligible H-1B petitioners, but USCIS scrutinizes third-party placement arrangements closely. The agency must show it controls the terms and conditions of your employment, not just the client site. Request a copy of the LCA and confirm the listed employer, worksite address, and wage level before accepting an offer.
How do I find Recruiter jobs where the employer has an established H-1B filing history?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers by their DOL Labor Condition Application history, so you can filter specifically for companies that have sponsored Recruiter and Talent Acquisition roles before. This is more reliable than asking during the application process, which can flag you as a sponsorship risk before you've had a chance to demonstrate your value.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Recruiter position?
You have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new H-1B employer, file a change of status, or depart. During this window you can't work, but a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf. If the new petition is filed before your grace period expires, you're authorized to stay while USCIS adjudicates it.