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VP Business Development roles in the United States can be pursued through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist category, connecting senior-level professionals with U.S. host organizations for structured exchange programs. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019, and some placements carry a two-year home residency requirement depending on your country of origin.
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Job Title VP, Relationship Manager Team Lead
Banesco USA is seeking a VP, Relationship Manager Team Lead for our International Department.
Primary Job Duties
- Contacts customers once the account has been established to provide the new account number and to introduce the name of the assigned officer and the bank information, as well as to promote the products and services.
- Interviews walk-in customers to obtain information regarding their needs, inform the regulations and explain the proper handling of the accounts.
- Travels to Venezuela to meet with prospects and existing clients, ensuring customer satisfaction to meet targeted profitability.
- Trains Account Facilitators in new account referral process and conducts presentations to provide information on Banesco USA's products, services, and new account requirements.
- Visits high and moderate risk customers according to the BSA visit schedules.
- Must maintain a close relationship with the Compliance department to ensure that all policies and procedures are being adhered to.
- Discusses with the new or existing customers the nature of the business, source of funds and other important information in order to disclose it on a Call Report.
- Processes Reference Letters when requested.
- Maintains a daily contact via e-mail or telephone with personnel abroad regarding customers, accounts issues and information.
- Provides effective customer service by answering customer questions via e-mail or telephone.
- Reviews account files once the account has been opened, to be forwarded to compliance for final approval.
- Monitors the CDs maturity dates to call customers and inform them about the investments alternatives.
- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values; accepts responsibility for own actions.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes working environment free of harassment of any type; builds a diverse workforce and supports affirmative action.
- Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the Bank’s goals and values; benefits the bank through outside activities.
- Performs the position safely, without endangering the health or safety to himself or herself or others, will be expected to report potentially unsafe conditions. The employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to the OSHA Act of 1970, which are applicable to one’s own actions and conduct.
- Must comply with Banesco USA's BSA/AML Program. Must attend BSA/AML training as assigned by the BSA Officer.
- Performs other functions and/or duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration preferred or similar.
- Experience: Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in a financial institution international operation, customer service or sales, with managerial background.
- Advance computer skills including but not limited to proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
- Must be bilingual in both English and Spanish. Ability to fluently speak, understand, read, and write both languages.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to multi-task, with strong organization, time-management and prioritizing skills.
- Strong client service skills, ensuring satisfaction of both internal and external customers.
- Knowledge of selling and cross-selling techniques to provide clients with the bank’s products and services.
- Basic knowledge of related State and Federal banking compliance regulations and operational policies.
- Ability to work without supervision while performing duties.
- Ability to understand and comprehend instructions, procedures and policies ensuring compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures.
- Intermediate knowledge in branch operation activities, terminology and products and services.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive base salary plus variable compensation
- Paid time off.
- 401k with employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid parental leave.
- Medical, Dental, Vision.
- Life Insurance.
- Supplemental Insurances.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits.
- Free parking.
- On-site cafeteria.
About us
Banesco USA is part of Banesco International, a worldwide group of financial institutions with presence in 6 countries. As a corporation in continuous evolution, we promote the ongoing professional and personal development of our employees, by embracing challenges and adapting to the changing environment of today’s world. We aim to develop integral human beings, committed to making a difference at the workplace and out in the world. Our actions are rooted in our Values: Reliability, Responsibility, Quality and Innovation. We believe that we all have the same ability to transform our daily tasks into significant contributions, and therefore, Leave Our Mark. At Banesco USA, one of our most valued assets is our enthusiastic team, which strives every day to create a world-class organization in an ever-changing world. Together, our team has made us a market leader and we invite you to join us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in VP Business Development
Document your strategic leadership credentials early
Trainee and Specialist category applications require a detailed training plan showing progressive, specialized skill development. Gather performance reviews, board presentations, and partnership agreements that demonstrate executive-level business development expertise before approaching any designated sponsor.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement applies
Your home country's government funding status and the J-1 category you enter under can trigger a two-year return requirement. Confirm your status on the Exchange Visitor Skills List before accepting an offer, since this restriction affects future H-1B or green card eligibility.
Search Migrate Mate to identify J-1-receptive host employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter VP Business Development roles at U.S. organizations that have actively hosted international professionals. This helps you target employers already familiar with the host organization obligations before you invest time in outreach.
Target host organizations with formal exchange infrastructure
Multinational firms, industry associations, and U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies are more likely to have executed DS-2019 paperwork before. Prioritize outreach to organizations with dedicated HR compliance teams, since they understand the designated sponsor relationship and training plan requirements.
Align your training plan to O*NET occupation benchmarks
Designated sponsors scrutinize whether your proposed activities constitute genuine knowledge exchange rather than routine employment. Reference O*NET competency frameworks for Business Development Executives when drafting your training objectives to demonstrate that the placement meets program standards.
Negotiate the offer before your sponsor submits the DS-2019
Once your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019, program dates and host organization details are locked. Resolve compensation structure, remote work arrangements, and travel obligations in the written offer letter before your sponsor files, since amendments require additional sponsor coordination and can delay your start date.
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Find VP Business Development JobsVP Business Development J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to VP Business Development roles?
Most VP Business Development professionals enter on the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee suits candidates within five years of degree completion who are developing structured competencies in a U.S. host organization. Specialist applies to established professionals with expertise not widely available in their home country. The category determines your maximum program length, training plan requirements, and eligibility for extensions.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa if a company offers me a VP role?
The hiring company is your host organization, not your visa sponsor. Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors compliance throughout your program. The host employer funds and runs your day-to-day work, but the sponsor holds legal responsibility for your exchange program.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 VP-level professional?
Migrate Mate lets you search VP Business Development roles and filter for U.S. employers that have experience hosting international professionals through exchange programs. Targeting organizations with prior J-1 hosting history significantly shortens the process, since those employers already understand the training plan obligations and designated sponsor relationship required to bring you on.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my VP Business Development placement?
Yes. If your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your J-1 program received government financing, you may be required to return home for two years before changing to H-1B or applying for a green card. This affects career continuity at the VP level. A waiver is possible through a no-objection statement from your home government, a U.S. government agency request, or a hardship claim, but the process is lengthy and not guaranteed.
What does the training plan need to show for an executive-level J-1 applicant?
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed, phase-by-phase training plan proving that your time in the U.S. builds skills you'll transfer home, not that you're filling a permanent staffing need. For a VP Business Development role, the plan should document specific competencies in market entry strategy, cross-border partnership structures, or sector expertise unavailable in your home market. Generic job descriptions are routinely rejected at this category level.
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