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Brand Partnerships Manager roles sit at the intersection of business development and marketing, making them strong fits for OPT students with backgrounds in communications, marketing, or business. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you real runway to grow into this role.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create a dynamic environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves, creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive.
Polsinelli’s Marketing Department is seeking an experienced, proactive and driven marketing and business development professional to support the firm’s Litigation and Labor and Employment Departments. The Business Development & Marketing Specialist will work collaboratively with the Departments’ Senior Department Marketing Manager, in addition to the Department Chairs and Practice Group Leaders.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop a deep understanding of the Departments’ practice groups, attorneys, competition, and client base to inform and advance opportunities to develop and expand client relationships and brand awareness.
- Support the development and execution of business development initiatives, programs, events, activities, and strategies for the Departments and practice groups, both independently and in partnership with the Senior Department Marketing Manager.
- Support RFP and pitch response strategy and creation of materials, including drafting targeted materials for tailored responses. Monitor and maintain proposal tracking database.
- Ensure Department and practice-specific marketing and external content is compelling, accurate, and kept up to date (website pages, attorney bios, pitch and proposal materials).
- Coordinate and support the development, execution, and follow-up of internal and client-facing events, with support from the firm-wide events team (includes supporting the development of event proposals and budgets, logistics, targeted list development, invitations, and client communications, etc.).
- Coordinate e-communications including eAlerts and blog posts, monthly department emails, and other communications.
- Facilitate and foster collaborative conversations amongst lawyers and within the Marketing department to “connect the dots” across the firm’s departments.
- Collaborate with the firm’s PR team to advance profile-raising efforts within the market.
- Coordinate and draft content for external survey, directory, award, and ranking submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500, and similar publications), as well as collecting matter descriptions, client permissions, and references from attorneys.
- Monitor, track, and collaborate with attorneys on the practices’ knowledge/experience management efforts, using the firm’s Foundation database.
- Monitor the use and updating of client contacts/client team activity information within the InterAction software system.
- Assist with the marketing budget, including processing invoices, reconciling expenses, etc.
- Conduct research and competitive analysis of key practices and industries.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 4 years or more of relevant marketing and/or business development work experience in a legal (full service Am Law firm preferred) or other professional services industry.
- Marketing experience in the areas of Litigation and/or Labor & Employment law strongly encouraged.
- Drive towards excellence and a strong sense of professionalism, and an ability to identify and understand marketplace trends.
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to identify and recommend effective solutions and fully own projects from start to completion.
- Must be responsive to inquiries from internal clients, diplomatic in answering questions or evaluating proposed ideas, and thorough when offering feedback concerning results or issues that arise in the course of projects.
- Interest in innovation and utilizing AI applications within professional services.
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work with executives which may entail handling ambiguous or dynamic requests with a flexible working style.
- Desired characteristics: Detail-oriented, organized, professional, innovative, strategic, process-driven, accountable, entrepreneurial, collaborative, flexible, and accommodating.
- Demonstrated client service excellence.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000.
As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
Preferred 4 year(s): Relevant marketing and/or business development work experience in a legal or other professional services industry.
Education
Required Bachelor's or better
Behaviors
Preferred
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create a dynamic environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves, creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive.
Polsinelli’s Marketing Department is seeking an experienced, proactive and driven marketing and business development professional to support the firm’s Litigation and Labor and Employment Departments. The Business Development & Marketing Specialist will work collaboratively with the Departments’ Senior Department Marketing Manager, in addition to the Department Chairs and Practice Group Leaders.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop a deep understanding of the Departments’ practice groups, attorneys, competition, and client base to inform and advance opportunities to develop and expand client relationships and brand awareness.
- Support the development and execution of business development initiatives, programs, events, activities, and strategies for the Departments and practice groups, both independently and in partnership with the Senior Department Marketing Manager.
- Support RFP and pitch response strategy and creation of materials, including drafting targeted materials for tailored responses. Monitor and maintain proposal tracking database.
- Ensure Department and practice-specific marketing and external content is compelling, accurate, and kept up to date (website pages, attorney bios, pitch and proposal materials).
- Coordinate and support the development, execution, and follow-up of internal and client-facing events, with support from the firm-wide events team (includes supporting the development of event proposals and budgets, logistics, targeted list development, invitations, and client communications, etc.).
- Coordinate e-communications including eAlerts and blog posts, monthly department emails, and other communications.
- Facilitate and foster collaborative conversations amongst lawyers and within the Marketing department to “connect the dots” across the firm’s departments.
- Collaborate with the firm’s PR team to advance profile-raising efforts within the market.
- Coordinate and draft content for external survey, directory, award, and ranking submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500, and similar publications), as well as collecting matter descriptions, client permissions, and references from attorneys.
- Monitor, track, and collaborate with attorneys on the practices’ knowledge/experience management efforts, using the firm’s Foundation database.
- Monitor the use and updating of client contacts/client team activity information within the InterAction software system.
- Assist with the marketing budget, including processing invoices, reconciling expenses, etc.
- Conduct research and competitive analysis of key practices and industries.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 4 years or more of relevant marketing and/or business development work experience in a legal (full service Am Law firm preferred) or other professional services industry.
- Marketing experience in the areas of Litigation and/or Labor & Employment law strongly encouraged.
- Drive towards excellence and a strong sense of professionalism, and an ability to identify and understand marketplace trends.
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to identify and recommend effective solutions and fully own projects from start to completion.
- Must be responsive to inquiries from internal clients, diplomatic in answering questions or evaluating proposed ideas, and thorough when offering feedback concerning results or issues that arise in the course of projects.
- Interest in innovation and utilizing AI applications within professional services.
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work with executives which may entail handling ambiguous or dynamic requests with a flexible working style.
- Desired characteristics: Detail-oriented, organized, professional, innovative, strategic, process-driven, accountable, entrepreneurial, collaborative, flexible, and accommodating.
- Demonstrated client service excellence.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000.
As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
Preferred 4 year(s): Relevant marketing and/or business development work experience in a legal or other professional services industry.
Education
Required Bachelor's or better
Behaviors
Preferred
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Brand Partnerships Manager
Target companies with active brand partnership teams
Look for employers already running co-marketing programs, influencer campaigns, or strategic alliances. These companies understand the value of dedicated partnership talent and are more likely to have established visa sponsorship processes for roles they actively need to fill.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset
Hiring managers sometimes hesitate at visa timelines. Lead with your full authorized work period upfront, and clarify that H-1B visa sponsorship, if needed, follows a predictable annual process. Removing uncertainty early keeps the conversation focused on your qualifications.
Build a portfolio of measurable partnership outcomes
Brand partnerships are results-driven. Before applying, document any campaigns, sponsorships, or collaborations you have contributed to with specific metrics like engagement lift, revenue impact, or audience growth. Concrete outcomes make your candidacy far harder to pass over.
Prioritize mid-size companies over large enterprises
Mid-size brands with growing partnership functions often have more hiring flexibility and faster decision cycles than large corporations. They are also more likely to sponsor OPT candidates who can demonstrably own a function rather than join a large, structured team.
Emphasize cross-functional collaboration skills
Brand Partnerships Managers work across legal, creative, finance, and marketing teams. Highlight experiences where you managed multiple stakeholders or coordinated complex projects. This signals you can operate independently, which matters especially when employers are evaluating OPT hires.
Apply early relative to your OPT end date
Give yourself at least four to five months before your OPT authorization expires to secure an offer and complete onboarding. Employers need time for due diligence, and starting the H-1B process with adequate runway signals professionalism and reduces friction on their side.
Brand Partnerships Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Brand Partnerships Managers in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students on post-completion OPT are authorized to work full-time in roles directly related to their field of study. Brand Partnerships Manager positions typically qualify under marketing, communications, or business degree programs. Your work must remain in a field related to your degree, so document that connection clearly when accepting an offer.
Does a Brand Partnerships Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a qualifying STEM degree, such as a data-driven marketing, information systems, or business analytics program on the STEM designated degree program list, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself does not need to be classified as STEM, but your employer must enroll in E-Verify to support the extension.
How can I find Brand Partnerships Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so it is the most efficient place to find Brand Partnerships Manager roles at employers open to sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, which is a costly mistake given OPT timelines.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B visa for a Brand Partnerships Manager role after OPT ends?
Many do, particularly at companies where the partnerships function is central to revenue or growth strategy. Brand Partnerships Manager roles generally meet the specialty occupation standard required for H-1B eligibility, since they typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Your strongest position is with employers who already have immigration counsel and a track record of sponsoring similar roles.
What should I do if my OPT expires before I secure a Brand Partnerships Manager offer?
If your OPT expires without a qualifying job offer, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you cannot work but can remain in the U.S. to wrap up affairs or prepare to depart. Options include applying for a change of status, such as returning to full-time enrollment, or departing and re-entering on a new visa category if an offer materializes. Consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation.