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H-1B visa jobs for Sales and Marketing Executive roles attract employers who need degree-level strategic talent in brand management, market analysis, and revenue growth. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years with extension eligibility.
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At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do
Are you a strategic business development professional who thrives on turning market insights into growth opportunities and delivering high-impact client experiences?
Kirkland & Ellis is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Specialist to join the Firm’s Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Department in our Dallas office supporting the Firm’s Texas offices and U.S. Energy & Infrastructure practice.
In this role, you’ll support attorneys across all areas of marketing and business development, including event planning, contact relationship management, branding, sponsorships, business and relationship intelligence, internal communications, pitches and proposals, and internal and external presentations.
The MBD department operates from a team-first position and values collaboration, accountability, intellectual curiosity and open communication. You’ll have success in this role by bringing a proactive approach, strong business judgement and commitment to delivering exceptional service to attorneys, clients and colleagues.
You will report to the Senior Business Development Manager in Dallas and collaborate regularly with an international team of problem-solvers and advisers dedicated to the broader business development, research, marketing and communications efforts of the Firm.
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement.
Responsibilities:
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Events & Client Engagement: Facilitate the planning and execution of client engagement events, including seminars, receptions, industry conferences, charitable sponsorships, speaking engagements, dinners and other events promoting the Texas and U.S. transactional practices, assisting with program design and execution, RSVP reporting, attendance tracking, ROI measurement and follow-up.
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Business Development & Strategic Support: Implement business development strategies and initiatives for the Dallas office, including tracking performance and effectiveness, enhancing office visibility through targeted community engagement and industry sponsorships aligned with the Firm’s strategic objectives and serving as a connector across internal teams and client stakeholders to support consistent and effective delivery of the Firm’s capabilities.
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Conduct Research & Market Intelligence: Conduct research and prepare intelligence on clients, prospects, competitors and industries to inform strategy and support growth initiatives.
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Experience, Deal Tracking, Rankings & Submissions: Draft and manage submissions for rankings, directories and awards, including coordination with partners on client recognitions.
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Content & Knowledge Management: Coordinate attorney biography updates, headshots and other web biography updates.
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Analyze Data & Prepare Reporting: Analyze and synthesize data to support internal stakeholders and informed decision-making, including tracking the performance and effectiveness of business development initiatives and providing regular reporting on Dallas MBD spend and ROI.
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Maintain CRM & Marketing Systems: Maintain and leverage CRM data to support targeted outreach, marketing campaigns and client development efforts.
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Provide Administrative & Operational Support: Manage and track the Dallas MBD budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, and perform other functions and duties as assigned by management.
What You’ll Bring
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Bachelor’s degree; 3-4 years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
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Relationship Management & Client Service: Excellent client service orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with attorneys, clients, staff, guests and other internal and external stakeholders.
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Communication & Teamwork: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with various levels of personnel.
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Organization & Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute a diverse range of tasks, manage competing deadlines and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
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Research & Analytical Thinking: Ability to navigate ambiguity, evaluate options and apply analytical thinking to move initiatives forward, meet critical deadlines and achieve results.
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Writing & Content Development: Strong written communication skills with the ability to develop clear, polished and professional content for a variety of audiences.
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Initiative, Judgment & Adaptability: Ability to take initiative, adapt to change, work independently in high-pressure, deadline-driven situations and exercise sound judgment to make informed decisions.
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Professionalism & Executive Presence: Ability to interact professionally and confidently with high-level attorneys, clients, staff and guests of the Firm while demonstrating sound judgment and a strong service orientation.
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Technology & Systems Proficiency: Solid command of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SharePoint; experience with CRM/database platforms such as InterAction or Salesforce and working knowledge of Adobe and Chrome River preferred.
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Industry Knowledge & Market Intelligence: Working knowledge of market intelligence and legal research platforms such as BoardEx, Capital IQ and PitchBook.
If you're excited to support attorneys across all areas of marketing and business development while working alongside some of the most accomplished legal and business professionals in the industry, we'd love to hear from you!
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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About Kirkland & Ellis
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do
Are you a strategic business development professional who thrives on turning market insights into growth opportunities and delivering high-impact client experiences?
Kirkland & Ellis is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Specialist to join the Firm’s Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Department in our Dallas office supporting the Firm’s Texas offices and U.S. Energy & Infrastructure practice.
In this role, you’ll support attorneys across all areas of marketing and business development, including event planning, contact relationship management, branding, sponsorships, business and relationship intelligence, internal communications, pitches and proposals, and internal and external presentations.
The MBD department operates from a team-first position and values collaboration, accountability, intellectual curiosity and open communication. You’ll have success in this role by bringing a proactive approach, strong business judgement and commitment to delivering exceptional service to attorneys, clients and colleagues.
You will report to the Senior Business Development Manager in Dallas and collaborate regularly with an international team of problem-solvers and advisers dedicated to the broader business development, research, marketing and communications efforts of the Firm.
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement.
Responsibilities:
-
Events & Client Engagement: Facilitate the planning and execution of client engagement events, including seminars, receptions, industry conferences, charitable sponsorships, speaking engagements, dinners and other events promoting the Texas and U.S. transactional practices, assisting with program design and execution, RSVP reporting, attendance tracking, ROI measurement and follow-up.
-
Business Development & Strategic Support: Implement business development strategies and initiatives for the Dallas office, including tracking performance and effectiveness, enhancing office visibility through targeted community engagement and industry sponsorships aligned with the Firm’s strategic objectives and serving as a connector across internal teams and client stakeholders to support consistent and effective delivery of the Firm’s capabilities.
-
Conduct Research & Market Intelligence: Conduct research and prepare intelligence on clients, prospects, competitors and industries to inform strategy and support growth initiatives.
-
Experience, Deal Tracking, Rankings & Submissions: Draft and manage submissions for rankings, directories and awards, including coordination with partners on client recognitions.
-
Content & Knowledge Management: Coordinate attorney biography updates, headshots and other web biography updates.
-
Analyze Data & Prepare Reporting: Analyze and synthesize data to support internal stakeholders and informed decision-making, including tracking the performance and effectiveness of business development initiatives and providing regular reporting on Dallas MBD spend and ROI.
-
Maintain CRM & Marketing Systems: Maintain and leverage CRM data to support targeted outreach, marketing campaigns and client development efforts.
-
Provide Administrative & Operational Support: Manage and track the Dallas MBD budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, and perform other functions and duties as assigned by management.
What You’ll Bring
-
Bachelor’s degree; 3-4 years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
-
Relationship Management & Client Service: Excellent client service orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with attorneys, clients, staff, guests and other internal and external stakeholders.
-
Communication & Teamwork: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with various levels of personnel.
-
Organization & Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute a diverse range of tasks, manage competing deadlines and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
-
Research & Analytical Thinking: Ability to navigate ambiguity, evaluate options and apply analytical thinking to move initiatives forward, meet critical deadlines and achieve results.
-
Writing & Content Development: Strong written communication skills with the ability to develop clear, polished and professional content for a variety of audiences.
-
Initiative, Judgment & Adaptability: Ability to take initiative, adapt to change, work independently in high-pressure, deadline-driven situations and exercise sound judgment to make informed decisions.
-
Professionalism & Executive Presence: Ability to interact professionally and confidently with high-level attorneys, clients, staff and guests of the Firm while demonstrating sound judgment and a strong service orientation.
-
Technology & Systems Proficiency: Solid command of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SharePoint; experience with CRM/database platforms such as InterAction or Salesforce and working knowledge of Adobe and Chrome River preferred.
-
Industry Knowledge & Market Intelligence: Working knowledge of market intelligence and legal research platforms such as BoardEx, Capital IQ and PitchBook.
If you're excited to support attorneys across all areas of marketing and business development while working alongside some of the most accomplished legal and business professionals in the industry, we'd love to hear from you!
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Sales and Marketing Executive
Align your degree to strategic duties
Sales and Marketing Executive roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when duties center on market analysis, brand strategy, or consumer research requiring your specific bachelor's degree field. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and map your actual job duties to it before applying.
Verify your LCA wage level matches reality
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your specific worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code and metropolitan area before accepting an offer to catch mismatches early.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have certified LCAs for sales and marketing roles, so you're applying to companies already familiar with the H-1B process rather than educating a reluctant HR team from scratch.
Clarify multi-site work arrangements upfront
If your Sales and Marketing Executive role involves regional travel or rotating worksites, your employer needs a separate certified LCA for each location where you'll work more than sporadically. Raise this with HR before the offer stage to avoid petition complications.
Build a specialty occupation evidence file now
USCIS scrutinizes sales and marketing petitions more than technical roles. Gather your degree transcripts, official job description showing analytical or strategic duties, and any professional certifications before the offer stage so your employer's attorney has clean materials.
Account for cap timing in your job search calendar
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so sync your offer timeline with your employer's immigration counsel early. If you're on OPT, your cap-gap protection has a hard expiration that affects when you can legally start a new role.
H-1B Visa Sales and Marketing Executive: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales and Marketing Executive role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It can qualify, but the job description has to show that the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as marketing, business administration, or communications. Roles structured around strategic planning, market analysis, or brand management typically meet the bar. Generalist sales positions without degree-specific duties are more likely to draw a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for sales and marketing roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for sales and marketing positions, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for this role type. That filing history signals both willingness and capability to sponsor, which matters as much as the job description itself.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from one sales territory to another?
Each worksite where you work regularly needs its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your role expands to a new city or region not covered by your current LCA, your employer must file an amended LCA and potentially an amended I-129 petition before you begin working there. Confirm worksite coverage with your employer's counsel before any relocation or territory change.
Can I switch employers in a Sales and Marketing Executive role while on H-1B?
Yes, through H-1B portability. You can start working for a new employer once they file an I-129 transfer petition on your behalf, provided your current H-1B was approved and your status has remained valid. The new employer must file a fresh LCA reflecting the new worksite and role duties, and USCIS will evaluate the new position independently as a specialty occupation.
How long does H-1B status last for a Sales and Marketing Executive position?
USCIS initially grants H-1B status for up to three years, tied to the certified LCA and approved petition. Your employer can file for an extension, with a maximum total of six years under standard H-1B rules. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending labor certification that has been on file for at least 365 days.