H-1B Visa Talent Specialist Jobs
Talent Specialist roles sit at the intersection of HR and business strategy, and many employers filing H-1B visa petitions for these positions require a degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field. USCIS classifies this as a specialty occupation, meaning your degree field must align directly with the hiring, workforce planning, or talent development functions you'll perform.
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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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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to align directly with the Talent Specialist role, not just HR broadly. A degree in industrial-organizational psychology, human resources management, or organizational behavior strengthens the specialty occupation argument more than a general business degree.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for Talent Specialist or related HR titles. Past LCA filings confirm an employer has navigated the H-1B process for this role type before, reducing uncertainty in your job search.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Talent Specialist openings by verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not applying to roles where sponsorship is unconfirmed. Use it to focus your applications on employers who have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor this occupation.
Request early LCA filing from your employer
The DOL must certify your LCA before USCIS can receive the I-129 petition. Ask your employer to begin LCA preparation at least three weeks before your intended start date to avoid delays that could affect your status transition or cap-gap window.
Document talent-specific work in your resume
USCIS officers evaluate whether the role genuinely requires a specialty degree. Quantify workforce planning projects, competency frameworks, or recruiting programs you've led. Vague HR generalist language weakens the specialty occupation case your employer's attorney will build.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to remain eligible to employ you. Ask HR directly before signing an offer, as smaller talent consulting firms or staffing agencies sometimes aren't enrolled.
H-1B Visa Talent Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Talent Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but USCIS scrutinizes HR-adjacent roles carefully. Your employer must demonstrate the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as human resources, industrial-organizational psychology, or organizational behavior. Roles focused on strategic workforce planning or talent analytics tend to pass scrutiny more reliably than general recruiting coordinator positions.
How do I find Talent Specialist jobs where H-1B sponsorship is confirmed?
Migrate Mate surfaces Talent Specialist openings filtered by verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have already filed for this occupation. DOL LCA disclosure data is publicly available through the OFLC Wage Search, which shows which companies have sponsored similar roles and at what wage levels.
What prevailing wage level should I expect for a sponsored Talent Specialist role?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location, which is determined by the OFLC Wage Search using O*NET occupation codes. Talent Specialist roles typically map to human resources specialist classifications, and the wage level depends on your duties, experience, and the geographic market where you'll work.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Talent Specialist employer mid-year?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition with USCIS, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and the new role is in a specialty occupation. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, but the new employer must file before your current status expires.
Does working for a staffing agency as a Talent Specialist affect my H-1B eligibility?
It adds complexity. USCIS applies stricter standards to staffing and consulting arrangements where the worksite employer differs from the petitioning employer. Your agency must demonstrate it controls your day-to-day work and that the placement constitutes a genuine specialty occupation. Ask your prospective employer whether they have successfully petitioned for similar placements before accepting an offer.