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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean attorneys work in the U.S. without entering a lottery. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your application goes directly to a U.S. consulate. Your law degree and specialty area determine whether your role qualifies as a specialty occupation under the Free Trade Agreement.
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INTRODUCTION
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis.
ABOUT THE JOB
Business Unit: The Private Wealth Public Funds (PWPF) Legal group, supporting Blackstone Private Wealth.
Blackstone Private Wealth represents $302 billion of Blackstone’s more than $1 trillion of AUM and is a key growth driver for the firm. The individual investor space is at the epicenter of investment management and Blackstone Private Wealth is one of the most successful businesses of its kind in the industry. The Private Wealth Group is highly entrepreneurial and has a stated goal of hitting $1 trillion in AUM within the business unit, and the PWPF Legal team is core to this mission.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This role sits within a fast-growing and dynamic business, with a focus on registered funds and BDCs within Blackstone’s industry-leading Private Wealth Group. The attorney will work on a variety of legal and general corporate matters, including product structuring and managing the day-to-day legal matters for new and existing registered funds and other vehicles for private wealth channels. The candidate will collaborate cross-functionally across Private Wealth and other Blackstone business units, including with the Investment Teams, Operations, Institutional Client Solutions, Finance, Tax, Public Affairs, and other groups in the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Primary job responsibilities will include:
- Participating in the design, launch, and ongoing management of new and existing registered funds and other vehicles.
- Assisting with project management and fund formation matters and participating in product development of various investment structures across multiple jurisdictions.
- Participating in the creation and management of registered fund board materials.
- Managing regulatory filings (e.g., 8-Ks, 10-Q/Ks, Form 10s, N-2s, N-CSRs, and prospectus updates) and assisting with day-to-day oversight of legal matters.
- Providing legal support in connection with the development of marketing and fundraising materials for registered funds.
- Working with the in-house Legal & Compliance team and external counsel to monitor and implement legal and regulatory developments that impact the registered funds.
- Providing regulatory and legal advice to investment professionals and business personnel, including preparation of reports for the investment team and senior management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience practicing law as a law firm associate or in-house counsel, preferably focused on registered funds and investment management law, including the Investment Company Act of 1940. Capital markets or similar public company experience is also suitable.
- Familiarity working on BDCs and interval funds is strongly preferred but not required.
- Experience with public company filings is preferred.
- Experience with ERISA, retirement assets, and private fund vehicles is helpful, but not required.
- Creative problem solver with a can-do attitude.
- Interest in a dynamic and high growth environment.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive, with a demonstrated record of excellence in prior endeavors.
- Exercise sound judgment in new situations and to independently manage projects to conclusion.
- Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
- Manage multiple priorities and stakeholders while raising issues in a timely and productive fashion.
- Possess an interest in financial markets and legal processes with a capability to step in and work directly with stakeholders in the business.
- Strong and independent thinker with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with a demonstrated capability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
- Desire to work as part of a collaborative team and willingness to embrace a variety of issues and responsibilities.
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.
EXPECTED ANNUAL BASE SALARY RANGE:
$165,000 - $250,000
Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.
Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.
Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).
Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:
- Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;
- Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
- Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
- Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
- Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.
Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Attorney
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
Attorney roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require a Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree. Confirm your Chilean law credential maps to a U.S. J.D. equivalent before applying. USCIS evaluates this at the consulate stage, so document the equivalency in advance.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the OFLC Wage Search to find law firms and corporate legal departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications for attorney roles. Employers with recent filings already understand the H-1B1 Chile process and won't need to start from scratch.
Use Migrate Mate to find H-1B1 Chile attorney jobs
Migrate Mate surfaces employer LCA filing history by occupation code so you can identify which firms have sponsored Chilean attorneys before. Filter by attorney job titles to reach employers already familiar with the consular filing route, not the USCIS petition route.
Get your bar admission strategy clear before offers
Some employers require U.S. bar admission for attorney roles; others hire foreign-qualified lawyers for international matters or compliance work. Clarify with each prospective employer whether bar admission is required before the offer stage to avoid surprises during H-1B1 visa paperwork.
Understand the LCA prevailing wage for your practice area
Your employer must certify a wage meeting DOL prevailing wage standards for the attorney occupation in the specific metro area. Check the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and location before negotiating salary so you and the employer are aligned on what the LCA requires.
Prepare for consulate-specific documentation requests
H-1B1 Chile applications are adjudicated at the consulate, not USCIS. Bring the certified LCA, a detailed offer letter confirming specialty occupation duties, and your degree equivalency documentation. Consular officers can request additional evidence, so organize your file before the interview date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an attorney role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Attorney positions qualify because they require at minimum a Juris Doctor or foreign equivalent law degree in a specific legal field. USCIS and consular officers look at the actual job duties, not just the title. Roles focused on general administrative work without clear legal specialty may face additional scrutiny, so your offer letter should describe the legal specialty clearly.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to the H-1B for attorneys?
The H-1B visa1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed directly at the U.S. consulate, which is faster for most applicants. The annual cap is 1,400 visas for Chilean nationals and has never been exhausted. The trade-off is that H-1B visa1 doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't use it as a direct stepping stone to a green card the way some H-1B holders plan their immigration path.
How can I find law firms that sponsor the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate lets you search employer LCA filing histories filtered by occupation code, so you can identify law firms and corporate legal departments that have filed for attorney roles under the H-1B1 Chile category. Firms with prior filings are significantly easier to work with because their HR and legal teams already know the consular process.
Does my employer need to file a petition with USCIS for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
No. Unlike the standard H-1B, the H-1B1 Chile visa doesn't require an I-129 petition filed with USCIS before you apply. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile with the certified LCA and supporting documents. This removes months from the typical timeline compared to the H-1B route.
Can I work for more than one employer on an H-1B1 Chile visa as an attorney?
Concurrent employment is possible but each employer must file a separate certified LCA for your attorney role. Both positions must independently qualify as specialty occupations. This structure works for attorneys splitting time between a law firm and a corporate legal department, but both LCAs must be in place before you begin work at each employer.
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