H-1B Visa Regulatory Compliance Specialist Jobs
Regulatory Compliance Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or a related field. Employers in pharmaceuticals, financial services, healthcare, and energy are active H-1B sponsors for this role, filing LCAs with the DOL before petitioning USCIS.
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Get Access To All JobsCLA is a top 10 national professional services firm whose purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
An exciting job opportunity is available in CLA's Financial Services Group on the Regulatory Compliance team. We are seeking a senior associate to in-charge and complete fieldwork on various regulatory compliance outsourcing projects.
How you'll create opportunities in this role:
- Work with clients and FS staff to fulfill engagement/relationship objectives, complete work within budgets, and coordinate resources to meet objectives.
- Develop an understanding of the client's business activities, processes, and associated risks.
- Coordinate timely completion of fieldwork with lead director and oversee work of assigned staff members.
- Prepare compliance reports.
- Work with Managers, Directors, and clients to address compliance issues.
- Keep up to date with the latest industry developments on regulatory compliance through ongoing formal and self-education.
- Provide ongoing technical assistance support to clients.
- Assist in the completion of other engagements/special projects or duties as assigned.
- Mentorship and training of staff.
What you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- 2 years of relevant experience required.
- CRCM, or other compliance certification, a plus.
- Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, controls, and processes; prior financial services industry experience and/or regulatory experience a plus.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance concepts.
- Demonstrated track record of leading fieldwork for compliance testing.
- Ability to lead and develop staff and complete assignments within required time constraints and deadlines.
- Ability to travel.
Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact the position of pay within the range.
The compensation range for this position Colorado is $80,000.00-$131,000.00
The compensation range for this position Minnesota is $74,000.00-$126,000.00
The compensation range for this position in Virginia is $93,000.00-$141,000.00
The compensation range for this position in Maryland is $87,000.00-$141,000.00
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm whose purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
An exciting job opportunity is available in CLA's Financial Services Group on the Regulatory Compliance team. We are seeking a senior associate to in-charge and complete fieldwork on various regulatory compliance outsourcing projects.
How you'll create opportunities in this role:
- Work with clients and FS staff to fulfill engagement/relationship objectives, complete work within budgets, and coordinate resources to meet objectives.
- Develop an understanding of the client's business activities, processes, and associated risks.
- Coordinate timely completion of fieldwork with lead director and oversee work of assigned staff members.
- Prepare compliance reports.
- Work with Managers, Directors, and clients to address compliance issues.
- Keep up to date with the latest industry developments on regulatory compliance through ongoing formal and self-education.
- Provide ongoing technical assistance support to clients.
- Assist in the completion of other engagements/special projects or duties as assigned.
- Mentorship and training of staff.
What you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- 2 years of relevant experience required.
- CRCM, or other compliance certification, a plus.
- Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, controls, and processes; prior financial services industry experience and/or regulatory experience a plus.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance concepts.
- Demonstrated track record of leading fieldwork for compliance testing.
- Ability to lead and develop staff and complete assignments within required time constraints and deadlines.
- Ability to travel.
Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact the position of pay within the range.
The compensation range for this position Colorado is $80,000.00-$131,000.00
The compensation range for this position Minnesota is $74,000.00-$126,000.00
The compensation range for this position in Virginia is $93,000.00-$141,000.00
The compensation range for this position in Maryland is $87,000.00-$141,000.00
LI-MFD1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to compliance work. A degree in law, accounting, or business administration supports the specialty occupation argument more clearly than a general management degree, so frame your credentials accordingly in your resume and any employer petition materials.
Target industries with dense H-1B filing history
Pharmaceuticals, banking, insurance, and medical device companies file H-1B petitions for Regulatory Compliance Specialists far more consistently than general staffing firms. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified LCA filing history in your specific compliance discipline before applying.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Look up the current wage level for Compliance Officers using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can confirm their number meets the legal threshold.
Verify the employer's SOC code assignment
Employers often classify Regulatory Compliance Specialists under different Standard Occupational Classification codes, which affects the prevailing wage calculation and LCA defensibility. Review your offer letter's job description against the O*NET profile for Compliance Officers to confirm the SOC code is accurate before the LCA is filed.
File during the cap period with a clean specialty occupation argument
Compliance roles sometimes attract USCIS Requests for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status if the job description is too broad. Ask your employer to include specific regulatory frameworks, agency reporting obligations, and degree requirements in the I-129 petition to pre-empt that challenge.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically if changing employers
If your current H-1B employer terminates your role, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition using the same cap-exempt slot, so prioritize compliance-focused employers who can move quickly on the paperwork.
H-1B Visa Regulatory Compliance Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Regulatory Compliance Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer documents that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as law, accounting, finance, or a directly related discipline. Compliance roles that span multiple unrelated fields or accept any degree can draw USCIS scrutiny. The stronger the connection between the specific regulatory domain and a defined academic field, the lower the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for this role?
Pharmaceuticals, financial services, healthcare systems, medical device companies, and energy utilities sponsor H-1B petitions for Regulatory Compliance Specialists with the most frequency. These industries operate under dense federal regulatory frameworks, which makes the specialty occupation argument easier to support. You can browse verified sponsoring employers in these sectors on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file an H-1B transfer if I'm already in H-1B status at another company?
Yes. An H-1B transfer, formally called a portability filing, lets a new employer file a new I-129 petition while you continue working. As long as the new petition is filed before your current status expires and the new role also qualifies as a specialty occupation, you can start working for the new employer once USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval.
How does the DOL's prevailing wage requirement affect compliance job offers?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role, location, and experience level before USCIS will approve the H-1B petition. Compliance roles span multiple wage levels depending on seniority, so confirm which wage level your employer is using. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
What happens to my H-1B status if my compliance role is reclassified or my job duties change significantly?
A material change in job duties, location, or level of responsibility may require your employer to file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Regulatory compliance roles that shift from advisory to supervisory functions, or move to a different metropolitan area, typically trigger an amendment obligation. Failing to amend can affect your status and create complications at future visa renewals or adjustment of status filings.