H-1B Visa VP Product Jobs
VP Product roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under the management and business operations category, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Most sponsoring employers file during the April cap season, so aligning your job search timeline to Q1 negotiations is the practical move.
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Under limited direction with a high level of autonomy, the Vice President, Product Management serves as a central leader in driving Raymond James Investment Management’s product strategy, development, and lifecycle management across all investment vehicles. This role is instrumental in shaping the firm’s product agenda, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, distribution needs, and evolving market dynamics.
This individual will lead new product development and oversee the ongoing management and optimization of existing products across mutual funds, ETFs, CITs, SMAs, model portfolios, and other structures. The role requires close partnership with investment teams, distribution, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver competitive, scalable, and differentiated solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Define and execute product strategy aligned with firm growth objectives and evolving market opportunities
- Lead end to end product development across mutual funds, ETFs, CITs, SMAs, model portfolios, and other structures from concept through launch
- Identify product gaps and prioritize opportunities across asset classes, vehicles, and client segments
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps to guide strategic decision making and resource allocation
- Oversee the full product lifecycle, including positioning, pricing, optimization, and rationalization decisions, with recommendations made to senior leadership
- Monitor product performance, flows, and profitability and provide insights to inform product strategy, prioritization, and business decisions
- Drive innovation in response to industry trends
- Lead the operating cadence of the Product Management Council, including setting the agenda, developing materials, framing key decisions, and advancing product priorities for senior leadership review
- Partner closely with investment teams, distribution, marketing, operations, legal, and compliance to ensure alignment and execution
- Lead cross functional initiatives tied to product expansion, platform evolution, and strategic priorities
- Maintain a forward looking view on industry trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments
- Serve as a subject matter expert in internal and client facing discussions, supporting business development efforts
- Contribute to presentations, RFPs, and strategic communications to articulate product strategy and capabilities
Knowledge of
- RJ and RJIM working structure, policies, mission, and strategies
- Fundamental concepts, principles, and practices used in the securities industry
- Fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of relationship management
- Financial markets and products, specifically fixed income
- Fundamental understanding of return attribution analysis
Skill in
- Interpreting and applying policies and procedures
- Preparing management reports
- Identifying trends and implementing appropriate corrective action
- Operating standard office equipment and using required software application to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, and spreadsheets
Ability to
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels including senior management
- Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with shifting priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions
- Balance conflicting resource and priority demands
- Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
- Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
Education
Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Economics, Bachelor’s: Finance
Work Experience
Certifications
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Hybrid
The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
- Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
- Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
- Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
- Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Job Description Summary
Under limited direction with a high level of autonomy, the Vice President, Product Management serves as a central leader in driving Raymond James Investment Management’s product strategy, development, and lifecycle management across all investment vehicles. This role is instrumental in shaping the firm’s product agenda, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, distribution needs, and evolving market dynamics.
This individual will lead new product development and oversee the ongoing management and optimization of existing products across mutual funds, ETFs, CITs, SMAs, model portfolios, and other structures. The role requires close partnership with investment teams, distribution, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver competitive, scalable, and differentiated solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Define and execute product strategy aligned with firm growth objectives and evolving market opportunities
- Lead end to end product development across mutual funds, ETFs, CITs, SMAs, model portfolios, and other structures from concept through launch
- Identify product gaps and prioritize opportunities across asset classes, vehicles, and client segments
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps to guide strategic decision making and resource allocation
- Oversee the full product lifecycle, including positioning, pricing, optimization, and rationalization decisions, with recommendations made to senior leadership
- Monitor product performance, flows, and profitability and provide insights to inform product strategy, prioritization, and business decisions
- Drive innovation in response to industry trends
- Lead the operating cadence of the Product Management Council, including setting the agenda, developing materials, framing key decisions, and advancing product priorities for senior leadership review
- Partner closely with investment teams, distribution, marketing, operations, legal, and compliance to ensure alignment and execution
- Lead cross functional initiatives tied to product expansion, platform evolution, and strategic priorities
- Maintain a forward looking view on industry trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments
- Serve as a subject matter expert in internal and client facing discussions, supporting business development efforts
- Contribute to presentations, RFPs, and strategic communications to articulate product strategy and capabilities
Knowledge of
- RJ and RJIM working structure, policies, mission, and strategies
- Fundamental concepts, principles, and practices used in the securities industry
- Fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of relationship management
- Financial markets and products, specifically fixed income
- Fundamental understanding of return attribution analysis
Skill in
- Interpreting and applying policies and procedures
- Preparing management reports
- Identifying trends and implementing appropriate corrective action
- Operating standard office equipment and using required software application to produce correspondence, reports, electronic communication, and spreadsheets
Ability to
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels including senior management
- Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with shifting priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions
- Balance conflicting resource and priority demands
- Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
- Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
Education
Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Economics, Bachelor’s: Finance
Work Experience
Certifications
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Hybrid
The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
- Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
- Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
- Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
- Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in VP Product
Map your degree to the SOC code
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. For VP Product, degrees in computer science, business, or engineering carry more weight than general management credentials when the employer writes the LCA.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofits attached to universities, and qualifying research organizations can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. VP Product roles exist at these institutions, and cap-exempt status removes the April timing constraint entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Pull up DOL Labor Condition Application filing history on Migrate Mate to confirm which companies have sponsored VP-level product roles before. Past LCA filings for senior product titles signal an employer who understands the sponsorship process.
Clarify prevailing wage level before signing
VP Product roles typically fall at DOL wage Level III or IV. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to confirm the employer's listed wage meets the prevailing threshold for your metro area and SOC code.
Document your product leadership scope for the petition
USCIS scrutinizes whether a VP title genuinely requires a specialty-degree background. Prepare a detailed job duties summary showing strategic product decisions, cross-functional oversight, and technical judgment that only a degreed specialist could perform.
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Find VP Product JobsVP Product H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a VP Product role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as computer science, engineering, or business. Generic management duties without a direct degree requirement can attract USCIS scrutiny, so the job description needs to emphasize technical product judgment, not just team oversight.
How do I find companies that have actually sponsored H-1B visas for VP Product roles?
Search Migrate Mate using the VP Product job title filter. The platform surfaces employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for senior product roles, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated H-1B sponsorship at this level rather than guessing from job postings alone.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a VP Product role?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. Given VP Product searches can run three to six months, starting your job search immediately after a layoff rather than waiting is the practical approach. Your new employer files a fresh H-1B transfer petition.
Can a startup sponsor my H-1B for a VP Product position?
Yes, startups can sponsor H-1B visas as long as they have a valid EIN, can demonstrate ability to pay the prevailing wage, and the role meets specialty occupation standards. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence asking for financials or investor documentation, so the employer's financial stability documentation needs to be thorough.
Does the O*NET classification for my role affect my H-1B petition?
It does. The SOC code assigned to your role determines which DOL prevailing wage level applies and shapes how USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status. VP Product roles most commonly map to General and Operations Managers or Computer and Information Systems Managers in O*NET. Your employer's attorney should confirm the SOC code matches the actual job duties before filing.
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