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Client Success Specialist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with communication and relationship management skills. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under OPT work authorization, and employers in SaaS, tech, and professional services regularly sponsor H-1B visas for strong performers in this function.
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We know a lot about investing and are certain there’s no better investment a company can make than in its employees. People don’t just drive a company; they are the company. So, when people work at their best, companies do too. Morgan Stanley at Work, a division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, provides workplace financial solutions that build employee financial confidence, foster loyalty, and help our corporate clients attract and retain top talent. Our end-to-end offering spans Equity, Financial Wellness and Retirement Solutions. Plus, we provide all employees with Financial Empowerment, so they have the knowledge, tools and support needed to make the most of their workplace financial benefits.
What you’ll be part of – our Morgan Stanley at Work culture:
At Morgan Stanley at Work, we walk the talk. We have created a place for our employees to learn, achieve and grow – a place for people to build a career where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We are passionate about exceeding our clients’ expectations and helping them succeed. We are fearless in taking on new challenges that deliver exceptional results. We believe amazing things can happen when we work together in an environment where everybody has a true sense of belonging and their ideas are heard.
We value differences and are committed to providing a work environment where our people can do their best work. We look for people who are problem solvers, empathetic listeners, team players and inclusive leaders. We are committed to your growth and development, and your entire employee experience. We recognize that our people and culture are the keys to our success. We invite you to explore how you can be an integral part of our team.
U.S. Private Equity Solutions
U.S. Private Equity Solutions is responsible for the engagement, onboarding and day-to-day service management of corporate clients and their equity administration plan terms and associated service offerings.
Client Success Management
The Client Success Management (CSM) organization provides ongoing corporate client stock plan servicing on both the Shareworks and Equity Edge Online platforms, for corporate clients who choose to outsource the support of critical functions of equity compensation, as well as those who elect to maintain administrative responsibilities within their corporation. Operating with deep business acumen and robust platform knowledge, the CSM organization supports corporate clients with daily, monthly, and annual event processing and case management. Team members research and respond to client inquiries and issues, in a timely manner, complying with internal SLAs and ensuring a positive client experience. Operating with a “One team” mindset, the CSM organization supports the new client Onboarding and Go-to-market teams with servicing inquiries for seamless client support. The mission of the Client Success Management organization is to deliver best in class service, ease of use, and flawless execution, resulting in the establishment of trusted partnerships with clients.
Client Success Manager Role
The Client Success Manager is an operational role within the Client Success Management Department, executing repeatable tasks associated with stock plan administration events, processes, and data changes for corporate clients across the Shareworks and Equity Edge Online platforms. CSMs will also work directly with clients to answer questions, resolve concerns, and strengthen relationships. We are an onramp and accelerator into the rest of the Equity compensation world, and many of the most successful service side career professionals got their start as a CSM.
Client Success Manager Responsibilities
- Performs daily client procedures including but not limited to processing daily trades, assessing import errors and related fixes, and administering trade and pre-trade clearances
- Performs monthly functions including, but not limited to monthly balancing
- Performs the processing of Restricted Stock Releases or Stock purchases, as necessary
- Manages changes to Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrollment, Online Grant Agreements, and Equity Plan reporting
- Processes timely and accurate data updates, data manipulation and data management by updating software per client instruction
- Identifies errors and potential issues, working collectively with other team members and internal stakeholders to find solutions; tracks open issues to resolution
- Effectively document and maintain client processes
- Monitors queues for new case assignments using tools such as Salesforce.com and Zendesk. Utilize Salesforce.com application to create and mark completion of cases, document solutions, and update client records.
- Develops and maintains long term client relationships, actively managing customer expectations to ensure maximum satisfaction with products and services
- Provides responses to customer inquiries in a manner that drives client satisfaction by consistently meeting SLAs
- Research and document solutions for issues raised by clients
- Troubleshoots and answers platform questions using probing and interview style questions
- Participates, as needed, in product testing and validation using product knowledge to identify and document bugs as well as suggest enhancements
- Any other activities as determined by organization
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree or higher preferred in business, finance, accounting, or related field
- 1-5 years of customer service experience with primary responsibility of answering and resolving customer inquiries
- CEP Certification is preferred, not required.
- Self-motivated with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks against tight deadlines
- A passion for providing proactive client-focused solutions
- Highly attentive to client needs and requests, while demonstrating effective prioritization, time management skills and solid judgment for escalating when appropriate
- Willing to go above and beyond, while maintaining a positive attitude
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and proven attention to detail
- Disciplined in following processes, procedures and adhering to controls
- Able to work under pressure, retaining focus and positive attitude
- Ability to assist in the development and improvement of internal and external processes.
- Fluency in written and spoken English is a must
- Demonstrated competency with common technology and technical concepts, including but not limited to email, internet, Excel, and Word.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
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Target SaaS and tech employers first
SaaS companies sponsor H-1B visas for Client Success Specialists more consistently than other industries. Look for employers with dedicated CS teams of 10 or more, which signals the role is a defined specialty, not a general support function.
Frame your degree as a qualification
Client success positions qualify for OPT when the role requires a bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field. Highlight how your degree directly applies to client strategy, data analysis, or account management in every application.
Prioritize roles with a STEM adjacent component
Client Success Specialists at software or data companies often work with technical products, which strengthens your specialty occupation argument. Roles involving product adoption metrics, API integrations, or data reporting are especially defensible for OPT and H-1B purposes.
Ask about H-1B history during interviews
Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer has sponsored H-1B visas before. Ask HR how many CS team members are currently on work visas. Past sponsorship is the strongest predictor of future willingness to sponsor your status.
Document your impact with quantifiable metrics
Employers sponsoring H-1B visas for client success roles need to justify the specialty occupation filing. Track churn reduction, NPS improvements, and upsell revenue you drove. Numbers make the case that your work is specialized, not generalist.
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Client Success Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Client Success Specialist role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business, communications, marketing, or a related discipline. The role must be directly related to your degree. General customer support positions that accept any degree regardless of field may not meet the specialty occupation standard required for OPT employment.
How much OPT time do I have to find a Client Success Specialist job?
You have up to 90 days of unemployment built into your 12-month OPT period. If your degree is in a STEM field and your employer files for a STEM OPT extension, you get an additional 24 months, for 36 months total. Client success roles at tech companies can qualify if the position involves quantitative analysis or technical product work.
Do Client Success Specialist employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by company type. SaaS companies, enterprise software firms, and technology platforms sponsor H-1B visas for client success professionals at higher rates than traditional industries. The key indicator is whether the employer has a formal immigration policy and has filed LCAs for similar roles before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified sponsorship histories so you can focus your applications accordingly.
Can I work as a Client Success Specialist on STEM OPT?
You can if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field and the role involves work that directly applies that STEM knowledge. Client success positions at software, data analytics, or engineering firms are more defensible than those at non-technical companies. Your DSO must approve the role as directly related to your STEM degree before you can report it for STEM OPT purposes.
What should I look for in a job posting to confirm OPT eligibility?
Look for postings that list a specific degree requirement in a named field, not just 'bachelor's degree preferred.' The job description should reference analytical, strategic, or technical responsibilities that align with your major. Postings that explicitly mention visa sponsorship or welcome OPT applicants are the clearest signal. Avoid roles listed under general customer service if they accept any educational background.