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Branch Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor your work authorization before your OPT period ends, making early outreach critical. Most qualifying roles fall under business or management degree fields. Your 60-day grace period won't pause a hiring process, so start your search before your current authorization expires.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Gaithersburg, MD
Requisition ID 2026-123271
Category Retail Branch
Position type Regular
Pay range USD $104,600.00 - $174,800.00 / Year
Application deadline 2026-07-06
Your opportunity
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. To learn more about our client offerings visit: Charles Schwab - Investor Services. At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. As an Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) within Schwab’s Branch Network, you have the unique opportunity to center your work around development and growth – for your clients, your team, and yourself. In collaboration with, and under the guidance of, the Branch Manager, you will develop and implement a comprehensive local business plan focused on growth of market share and client assets. As a branch leader, you will coach a driven team of branch professionals, attending to performance management and employee engagement.
In more than 300 branch offices in 45 U.S. states, you'll find Branch Managers leading and coaching their teams as they work directly with our clients to achieve their financial goals. As an ABM, you are on a direct path to become a Branch Manager, a critical leader role within our Investor Services organization, which is responsible for helping individuals and families with their financial goals, including retirement planning, charitable giving, estate planning, active investing or managing banking and lending needs. If you are seeking the next step in your career as a leader within wealth management, this may be the role for you.
What you have
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience
- A valid and active Series 7 license required
- A valid and active Series 66 (63/65) license required
- A valid and active Series 9/10 (8) license required (may be obtained within a 90 day condition of employment)
- Since this is a development role, those that are hired into this position need to be flexible to relocate across the network when a manager role becomes available.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years in the financial services industry with leadership experience preferred
- Ability to provide ongoing employee coaching, development, and recognition
- Demonstrated business development experience with a strong drive for results
- Passion to focus on retention and development of top talent through coaching, performance management, and employee engagement
- Openness to build and deepen relationships with clients, within the community and within Schwab to achieve desired results
- A valid and active Life and Health Insurance license (may be obtained within a 120 day condition of employment)
- CFP® designation is preferred
- Strong brokerage and industry knowledge
Pursuant to SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the NMLS registry system and remain in good standing. You will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process.
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Eligible Schwabbies receive
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
- Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
- Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Requisition ID 2026-123271
Category Retail Branch
Position type Regular
Pay range USD $104,600.00 - $174,800.00 / Year
Application deadline 2026-07-06
Your opportunity
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. To learn more about our client offerings visit: Charles Schwab - Investor Services. At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. As an Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) within Schwab’s Branch Network, you have the unique opportunity to center your work around development and growth – for your clients, your team, and yourself. In collaboration with, and under the guidance of, the Branch Manager, you will develop and implement a comprehensive local business plan focused on growth of market share and client assets. As a branch leader, you will coach a driven team of branch professionals, attending to performance management and employee engagement.
In more than 300 branch offices in 45 U.S. states, you'll find Branch Managers leading and coaching their teams as they work directly with our clients to achieve their financial goals. As an ABM, you are on a direct path to become a Branch Manager, a critical leader role within our Investor Services organization, which is responsible for helping individuals and families with their financial goals, including retirement planning, charitable giving, estate planning, active investing or managing banking and lending needs. If you are seeking the next step in your career as a leader within wealth management, this may be the role for you.
What you have
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience
- A valid and active Series 7 license required
- A valid and active Series 66 (63/65) license required
- A valid and active Series 9/10 (8) license required (may be obtained within a 90 day condition of employment)
- Since this is a development role, those that are hired into this position need to be flexible to relocate across the network when a manager role becomes available.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years in the financial services industry with leadership experience preferred
- Ability to provide ongoing employee coaching, development, and recognition
- Demonstrated business development experience with a strong drive for results
- Passion to focus on retention and development of top talent through coaching, performance management, and employee engagement
- Openness to build and deepen relationships with clients, within the community and within Schwab to achieve desired results
- A valid and active Life and Health Insurance license (may be obtained within a 120 day condition of employment)
- CFP® designation is preferred
- Strong brokerage and industry knowledge
Pursuant to SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the NMLS registry system and remain in good standing. You will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process.
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Eligible Schwabbies receive
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
- Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
- Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Branch Manager
Target banks and credit unions with dedicated HR teams
Large financial institutions and regional banks file OPT and H-1B visa paperwork regularly. Smaller community banks may be unfamiliar with the process. Focus on employers with established international hiring infrastructure, as they're far more likely to support your work authorization needs.
Lead with your management experience, not your visa status
Branch Manager roles prioritize leadership track records, P&L ownership, and team performance metrics. Quantify results from previous supervisory roles before addressing sponsorship. Employers who see clear managerial value are significantly more willing to navigate work authorization requirements on your behalf.
Apply before your OPT expiration, not after
Hiring timelines for Branch Manager roles average six to twelve weeks. If your OPT expires mid-process, employers face a gap they can't easily bridge. Starting your search at least three months before expiration gives both sides enough runway to complete the process.
Clarify whether your degree field supports this role
Branch Manager positions typically qualify under business administration, finance, or management degrees. If your major is in an unrelated field, prepare to explain the connection clearly. STEM OPT extension does not apply here, so your 12-month standard period is the relevant window.
Prepare a concise, factual explanation of OPT for employers
Many regional employers have never sponsored an OPT student. A one-paragraph written summary explaining what OPT is, what the employer is required to do, and relevant timelines can remove hesitation. Framing it as a familiar payroll process, not a legal burden, helps significantly.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship intent during final-round interviews
Branch Manager is a standard specialty occupation for H-1B purposes. Before accepting an offer, confirm whether the employer has sponsored H-1B petitions before and whether they intend to file on your behalf. This protects you from accepting a role with no long-term immigration path.
Branch Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Branch Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Branch Manager positions generally qualify for OPT when your degree is in a related field such as business administration, finance, or management. The job must be directly related to your major area of study, which is a requirement for all OPT employment. If your degree is in an unrelated field, your authorization may not apply to this role.
Are Branch Manager jobs eligible for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Branch Manager is not a STEM-designated role, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension does not apply. You're working with the standard 12-month OPT period. This makes it especially important to begin the H-1B sponsorship conversation with your employer well before your OPT expiration, since the timeline is shorter than many students expect.
How do I find Branch Manager employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, which saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is off the table entirely. Branch Manager openings at banks, retail chains, and financial services firms appear regularly. Searching through Migrate Mate helps you focus your effort on employers who have already indicated openness to hiring international candidates on work authorization.
What does an employer actually have to do to hire me on OPT as a Branch Manager?
For standard OPT, the employer's primary obligation is signing your SEVP employer registration and providing a job offer letter. They don't file any immigration petition on your behalf during the OPT period itself. However, if they plan to keep you long-term, they'll need to file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, which involves working with an immigration attorney and meeting prevailing wage requirements.
Can I work as a Branch Manager at multiple locations on OPT?
It depends on the employment structure. If you're employed by a single company that assigns you to manage multiple branches, that's generally fine under one OPT authorization. If you're considering simultaneous employment with two separate employers, both would need to be reported in your SEVP portal. Consult your Designated School Official before taking any multi-employer arrangement to confirm your authorization covers it.