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Asset Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor or extend your work authorization before your EAD expires. Most roles sit inside investment firms, REITs, and wealth management divisions, where degree requirements in finance, economics, or business directly satisfy USCIS specialty occupation standards.
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Overview:
Be a part of an exceptional team that leads company shrink mitigation and safety initiatives while keeping our Guests, Associates, and Communities at the center of everything they do. The face of retail is constantly changing, and this agile team is at the forefront of the latest Asset Protection technology and analytical tools that help protect company assets every day. Through operational excellence, innovation, and collaboration, the Asset Protection team is exceptional at quickly designing and implementing innovative new solutions for diverse Asset Protection challenges while simultaneously building strong partnerships across Human Resources, Stores Operations, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams. Do you enjoy investigating company profitability opportunities? Are you a proactive critical thinker who loves executing a strategic business plan? Then consider joining the Asset Protection team today!
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:
The Asset Protection Operations Analyst plays a critical role in supporting and maintaining all Asset Protection (AP) service requests across the organization, including retail stores, corporate offices, and distribution centers. The Operations Analyst is responsible for facilitating and maintaining all Asset Protection related service tickets and calls for all stores, corporate offices, and DC’s. The Operations Analyst will provide support for companywide CCTV systems, Burglary and Fire Alarm Systems, and additional Asset Protection equipment as needed. The analyst will be assigned to manage budget impacting projects and make independent decisions that impact multiple company locations. The role will also be responsible for implementing an efficient ticket completion and tracking strategy to maintain budget and service levels with on-time resolutions. Collaboration and communication with AP field leaders, construction vendors, local fire marshals, and internal business partners will be required for successful new store, remodel, and project schedules.
In all we do, we strive to uphold the company’s values in which we win together, give wow experiences, improve always, do what’s right, champion diversity, and love what we do and own what we do.
YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:
- Overseeing the lifecycle of AP service tickets to ensure timely resolution and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs)
- Following up on all service tickets with store teams while also facilitating service calls from the field related to Asset Protection equipment
- Working with respective vendors to ensure timely response and completion of all service calls along with dispatching technicians to resolve repair issues
- Issuing purchase orders and creating contracts with sufficient lead-time and appropriate frequency and order quantities to enhance AP field operations and ensure the safety and security of all company facilities and associates
- Reviewing and approving vendor proposals for accuracy while partnering with the Asset Protection field team to validate the proposed expense to the individual store needs
- Maintaining and resolving internal tickets request assigned to Asset Protection
- Creating monthly, quarterly, and annual remedy reporting for distribution to Asset Protection teams
- Preparing periodic reporting as directed. Through reporting, identifying trends that may impact the business and proposing solutions
- Generating logs to track capital projects and expenses along with making recommendations on timing for vendors and AP leadership
- Participating on vendor calls to track project milestones, communicating with suppliers and generating spend and usage reports
- Ensuring accurate and timely data maintenance in Excel, order forms, procurement databases, S4, Service Channel, and ARIBA
- Maintaining store security systems while facilitating the replacement of equipment and repairs in stores by working with stores management and field Asset Protection team
- Overseeing the process of updating store equipment profiles
- Identifying issues and solving problems with distribution centers, stores, suppliers, and internal customers
- Validating and coding invoices for processing of payment
- Processing, filing, and tracking assigned non-capital invoices and expenses
- Following up with vendors on problematic invoices, such as inaccurate charges or warranty work
- Ordering and maintaining proper supply of all keys and cores and other items related to security systems such as electronic article surveillance equipment
- Collaborating closely with AP field leadership, construction vendors, local fire marshals, and internal departments to support store openings, remodels, and special projects
- Communicating and maintaining new store and remodel spreadsheet by tracking construction dates and vendor installation timelines
- Compiling and sending new store equipment boxes to new stores
- Working with the new store set team and Asset Protection vendors to ensure swift resolution of open issues
- Reviewing new store drawings to create and implement lockdown security system to provide installation by due date
- Maintaining lockdown system replacements for stores by monitoring Service Channel tickets
- Monitoring and providing Burglary Alarm exception reporting as needed
- Leading and managing budget-sensitive projects, making independent decisions that affect multiple company locations
- Collaborating with internal departments to achieve a successful completion of store projects by executing all Asset Protection needs on time and under budget
THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:
- Minimum of associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Aptitude to influence colleagues, peers, and cross-functional teams throughout the organization
- Demonstrated expert level with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organization and prioritization skills
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- High degree of accuracy, organizational and communication skills, detailed oriented and strong team player
- Ability to travel, including overnight stays, as required
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
- Travel 0-10%
COMPENSATION:
- The pay range for this position is $57,300.00 - $69,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs.
- Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
- Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products, and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Asset Manager
Target firms with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large investment managers and REITs hire OPT students regularly and have HR processes built for work authorization. Smaller boutiques may be willing but lack the infrastructure, which slows your start date and increases risk.
Lead with your CFA progress in every application
Asset management is credential-driven. Mentioning CFA Level I passage or enrollment signals long-term commitment to the field and makes sponsorship conversations easier, since employers see you as a candidate worth the immigration investment.
Apply at least 90 days before your OPT EAD expires
Asset manager hiring processes often include multiple interview rounds and committee approval. Starting your search early gives employers enough runway to hire you and, if needed, file an H-1B visa petition before your authorization lapses.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility before interviewing
Finance and economics degrees from STEM-designated programs qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving employers a three-year window. Confirming this upfront changes how firms assess the sponsorship timeline and reduces hesitation.
Frame your international perspective as a portfolio asset
Firms managing global or emerging-market portfolios value analysts who understand cross-border capital flows firsthand. Connecting your background to the firm's investment mandate makes you a strategic hire, not just an OPT accommodation.
Prepare a concise OPT explainer for non-specialist interviewers
Portfolio managers and team leads often have no immigration background. A one-paragraph summary covering your authorized work period, STEM extension eligibility, and next visa step helps them advocate internally without needing HR to explain it first.
Asset Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Asset Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes. Asset manager positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field, which satisfies USCIS specialty occupation criteria. Roles involving portfolio analysis, risk assessment, or investment strategy consistently qualify. Generalist management titles with no specific degree requirement can be harder to support, so job descriptions matter.
How do I find Asset Manager jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for F-1 OPT students, so every role you see is posted by employers willing to work with your authorization status. Searching by job title on Migrate Mate surfaces firms that have already opted into OPT-friendly hiring, which saves time compared to filtering manually across general job boards.
Can I work as an asset manager during the 60-day grace period after my job ends?
No. The 60-day grace period allows you to remain in the U.S. to prepare for departure, change status, or begin a new authorized work period, but you cannot work during it. If you lose an asset management role, you need a new employer-authorized OPT start date or an approved status change before returning to work.
Does my finance or economics degree qualify for STEM OPT extension in asset management?
It depends on whether your specific program holds a STEM designation under the DHS STEM list. Economics degrees from programs classified under CIP code 45.0601 qualify. Finance degrees vary by institution. Check with your DSO to confirm your program's designation before interviewing, since STEM OPT extension eligibility is a significant factor for employers evaluating sponsorship timelines.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my asset management employer is acquired or merged?
If the legal entity employing you changes through an acquisition or merger, your employer of record may change, which can affect your OPT authorization. Notify your DSO immediately and confirm whether you need to update your employment record. If the new entity is materially different, you may need to treat it as a new employer and update your documentation accordingly.