H-1B Visa Registered Representative Jobs
Registered Representative jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring firms sit at the intersection of securities licensing and specialty occupation status. Because the role typically requires a finance or economics degree plus FINRA licensing, qualified candidates can pursue H-1B sponsorship with broker-dealers, investment banks, and registered investment advisers actively filing LCAs.
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Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
As a Registered Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member with Brad Hill - State Farm Agent, you will successfully market financial services products that manage everyday risks. Your proficient knowledge of financial products reinforces your sales-minded and consultative approach to educating customers on their financial options. Your analytical precision makes you an invaluable resource to customers and a competitive addition to a successful agent office.
Responsibilities:
- Provide investment options and consult on securities to customers.
- Conduct financial needs analysis and recommend investment products.
- Manage customers' portfolios and provide ongoing support.
- Stay updated on market trends and regulatory changes.
- Maintain accurate records of transactions and customer interactions.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Series 6/63/65 or SIE licenses preferred
- SIE, Series 6/63/65, and other relevant certifications
- Strong knowledge of investment products and financial markets.
- Communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to build and maintain customers relationships.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency with financial software and tools.
- High ethical standards and professionalism.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Registered Representative
Align your degree to securities regulations
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree field directly relates to the Registered Representative role. A degree in finance, economics, or business administration strengthens the specialty occupation argument. Document any securities law or investment coursework explicitly in your credential evaluation.
Obtain your FINRA licenses before interviewing
Series 7 and Series 63 licenses signal to sponsoring employers that you can be productive from day one. Clearing those exams on a student or OPT EAD removes a major onboarding cost and shortens the time between your offer letter and your first billable day.
Target broker-dealers with active LCA histories
Use Migrate Mate to browse Registered Representative roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing records. Focusing on firms that have already navigated DOL and USCIS filings for this occupation cuts your search time and reduces the risk of an inexperienced sponsor.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
The DOL certifies a prevailing wage for every LCA, and your employer must pay at or above that level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Registered Representative SOC code at the specific city where you'll work so you understand the floor before salary discussions begin.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your role involves client-site visits or a hybrid arrangement across multiple offices, each worksite location requires its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's immigration counsel early so the filing covers every location where you'll regularly work.
Plan your status timeline around FINRA registration windows
H-1B status is approved in three-year increments, extendable to a six-year maximum. Map your FINRA registration renewal dates and any firm transfer requirements against your I-94 expiration so a mid-cycle employer change doesn't leave you in a gap without valid work authorization.
H-1B Visa Registered Representative: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Registered Representative role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. Broker-dealers and investment advisers typically require a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field for this role, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. USCIS reviews the specific job duties and degree requirement on the LCA and I-129, so your employer's offer letter and job description should clearly state the degree requirement rather than treating it as preferred.
Which FINRA licenses do H-1B candidates for Registered Representative roles most commonly need?
Most sponsoring firms expect the Series 7 (General Securities Representative) and Series 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law) at minimum. Some institutional roles add the Series 66 or Series 24. You can sit for these exams on a valid F-1 OPT EAD or other work-authorized status before your H-1B is approved, so clearing them in advance makes you a significantly more competitive candidate.
How do I find broker-dealers and investment firms that sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing histories for Registered Representative and related securities roles, searchable by city. Focusing your applications on firms that have already filed LCAs for this occupation reduces the time you spend educating a sponsor on the process and lowers the risk that an offer falls through due to an inexperienced HR team.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from one broker-dealer to another?
A new employer must file a new H-1B petition before you begin work. Under the portability rules established by AC21, if your new petition is filed while a valid H-1B petition is already in effect, you can start the new job once USCIS receives the filing rather than waiting for approval. Your new employer also needs to certify a fresh LCA with DOL for the new worksite and wage level before filing.
Does my employer need a separate LCA if I work at a client office or branch location?
Yes. Each physical worksite where you regularly work must be covered by a certified LCA listing that specific address. Short-term placements under 10 consecutive business days at a location may fall under a short-term placement exception, but recurring client-site work or a permanent secondary office requires its own LCA. Confirm this with your employer's immigration counsel before your first day at any location not listed on the original filing.