H-1B1 Chile Visa Finance Associate Jobs
Finance Associate jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. Your employer files the Labor Condition Application, then you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile.
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INTRODUCTION
The Energy and Infrastructure Practice Group is seeking an Associate (ideally 3rd to 5th Year range) to join their team in New York, but will also consider Washington, DC and Houston. Candidates will ideally have experience in project finance and development, limited recourse and structured financings in the energy and infrastructure sectors; but candidates with leveraged finance or other types of finance experience are welcome to apply as well. The group’s clients include major corporations, private equity and other institutional investors, banks and financial institutions.
Outstanding academic credentials and law firm experience are required, and candidates must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the jurisdiction where they are hired. Spanish/Portuguese language capability is a plus but not a requirement. Please submit a cover letter, resume, deal sheet, and law school transcript.
The salary wage range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $260,000 and a maximum of $365,000 (annually). The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.
ABOUT PAUL HASTINGS
With widely recognized elite teams in finance, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, restructuring and special situations, litigation, employment and real estate, Paul Hastings is a premier law firm providing intellectual capital and superior execution globally to the world's leading investment banks, asset managers, and corporations.
NOTE TO SEARCH FIRMS: Applications must be submitted through our online search firm portal. Any materials sent outside of the portal, or directly to our attorneys, will not be accepted. If you do not have a search firm ID code or a fee agreement, please send a detailed blind profile of your candidate to careeropportunities@paulhastings.com.
Paul Hastings LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
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Location: New York, Washington, DC, Houston
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Finance Associate
Verify your degree matches the role
Finance Associate positions require a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. A general business degree won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement unless your transcript shows substantial coursework in financial analysis or corporate finance.
Pull your prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the DOL wage level for your target SOC code and metro area before any salary conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify they'll pay at or above that wage, so knowing it in advance strengthens your negotiating position.
Target employers already fluent in H-1B1 Chile
Search for Finance Associate roles on Migrate Mate, which filters employers by H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history. Financial services firms, regional banks, and Big Four accounting offices have filed for this visa category and understand the consular process without needing education from you.
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
If your Chilean university degree is a licenciatura or a five-year professional title, request a foreign credential evaluation that explicitly maps it to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Submit this evaluation with your LCA documentation to prevent a request for evidence at the consulate.
Confirm the employer files the LCA, not you
Unlike an H-1B visa, your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consulate appointment. Clarify this division early in the offer process so neither side delays. You complete the DS-160 and attend the interview; they handle the LCA and prevailing wage certification.
Time your consulate appointment around LCA certification
The U.S. consulate in Santiago won't issue an H-1B1 visa Chile visa until your employer's LCA is certified. DOL typically processes LCAs within seven business days. Schedule your consulate appointment only after certification is confirmed to avoid a wasted interview and rescheduling delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Finance Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, or economics. Roles framed as general business support or junior administrative positions may not qualify. Your job offer letter and employer's LCA must describe duties that directly require that specialized degree, not just prefer it.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from H-1B for Finance Associate jobs?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery, no USCIS petition, and a dedicated annual cap of 1,400 visas for Chilean nationals that has never come close to filling. Processing happens at the U.S. consulate in Chile rather than through USCIS. The tradeoff is that the H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, meaning it doesn't directly support a green card application the way an H-1B can.
How do I find Finance Associate employers who already sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Use Migrate Mate to search Finance Associate jobs filtered by employers with H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history. Targeting companies with a track record means your recruiting process won't stall while HR figures out an unfamiliar visa category. Financial services firms, accounting offices, and investment banks appear most frequently in the DOL disclosure data.
Can I switch Finance Associate employers while on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but the process restarts from the beginning with the new employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new consulate appointment. There's no H-1B portability equivalent for the H-1B1 Chile, so plan for a gap between roles and confirm your current visa validity before resigning.
What documents should I prepare before a Finance Associate H-1B1 Chile consulate interview?
Bring your certified LCA, DS-160 confirmation, a valid Chilean passport, your university transcripts and diploma, a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is a licenciatura, and your signed employment offer letter. The consular officer will verify that your educational background directly supports the finance duties described in the LCA.
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