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Director of Account Management roles require demonstrated leadership and client relationship experience, which means OPT students need an employer willing to sponsor H-1B or another long-term visa after OPT ends. Your 12-month OPT window (up to 36 months on STEM OPT) is your proving ground.
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INTRODUCTION
eTeam is a global recruiting firm servicing hundreds of large enterprise clients spread over 70 countries. We have tossed aside the traditional staffing model, and replaced it with a grander vision!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We’re looking to expand our Senior Account Management team with a talented person to drive business & revenue results in some of our key client accounts by producing a well-managed, profitable, and growing book of business opportunities. A background in IT staffing is ideal, 4+ years in the industry. This role is both farming existing relationships and hunting new ones. In this role, you will be client-facing & responsible for driving high-quality sales through deal shaping, negotiation, contract closure & execution of a key account/pursuit plan. You will hunt new projects in existing eTeam accounts. Successful candidates must thrive in a growing, fast-evolving, people-based culture and be passionate about identifying new client opportunities and growing the eTeam brand. We are looking for someone with the potential, creativity, energy, drive, organizational skills & positive attitude to work with the team to deliver innovative revenue-generating results around eTeam’s services and solution offerings.
Responsibilities:
- Prospect, establish, lead, and grow relationships with key client personnel & teams (Principle, Director, VP & C-Level) within the client account, focused on engineering & IT solutions.
- Maintain regular communication (Update activity in Jobdiva) with the Sales Leader to keep him/her abreast of account progress & evolve the account execution plan.
- Target the right clients, grow a quality pipeline, win profitable deals, and manage sales activities with the objective of creating mutually beneficial, trust-based relationships that create value.
- Manage and close opportunities through the end-to-end sales cycle.
- Be responsible for the establishment of a win strategy, ongoing qualification, coordinating all required internal approvals, identification of required resources, management of the solution/proposition development, complex deal shaping, management of client interactions and facilitating the negotiations and closing activities.
- Recommend ideas and strategies that will contribute to the growth of eTeam.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of staffing sales and account management experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
- Organized and methodical; strong prioritization and negotiation skills
- Strong process orientation coupled with an ability to work with virtual teams
- Passionate about sales and technology; partners with clients to ensure growth
- Experienced in building relationships with Director & VP level business decision-makers
- Experienced and adept at consistently demonstrating strong people management skills
- Creative and innovative; seen as forward-thinking in approach
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary and bonus plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Regular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!
- Open vacation policy
- 401k plan
- Fun events and team building
eTeam is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

INTRODUCTION
eTeam is a global recruiting firm servicing hundreds of large enterprise clients spread over 70 countries. We have tossed aside the traditional staffing model, and replaced it with a grander vision!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We’re looking to expand our Senior Account Management team with a talented person to drive business & revenue results in some of our key client accounts by producing a well-managed, profitable, and growing book of business opportunities. A background in IT staffing is ideal, 4+ years in the industry. This role is both farming existing relationships and hunting new ones. In this role, you will be client-facing & responsible for driving high-quality sales through deal shaping, negotiation, contract closure & execution of a key account/pursuit plan. You will hunt new projects in existing eTeam accounts. Successful candidates must thrive in a growing, fast-evolving, people-based culture and be passionate about identifying new client opportunities and growing the eTeam brand. We are looking for someone with the potential, creativity, energy, drive, organizational skills & positive attitude to work with the team to deliver innovative revenue-generating results around eTeam’s services and solution offerings.
Responsibilities:
- Prospect, establish, lead, and grow relationships with key client personnel & teams (Principle, Director, VP & C-Level) within the client account, focused on engineering & IT solutions.
- Maintain regular communication (Update activity in Jobdiva) with the Sales Leader to keep him/her abreast of account progress & evolve the account execution plan.
- Target the right clients, grow a quality pipeline, win profitable deals, and manage sales activities with the objective of creating mutually beneficial, trust-based relationships that create value.
- Manage and close opportunities through the end-to-end sales cycle.
- Be responsible for the establishment of a win strategy, ongoing qualification, coordinating all required internal approvals, identification of required resources, management of the solution/proposition development, complex deal shaping, management of client interactions and facilitating the negotiations and closing activities.
- Recommend ideas and strategies that will contribute to the growth of eTeam.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of staffing sales and account management experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
- Organized and methodical; strong prioritization and negotiation skills
- Strong process orientation coupled with an ability to work with virtual teams
- Passionate about sales and technology; partners with clients to ensure growth
- Experienced in building relationships with Director & VP level business decision-makers
- Experienced and adept at consistently demonstrating strong people management skills
- Creative and innovative; seen as forward-thinking in approach
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary and bonus plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Regular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!
- Open vacation policy
- 401k plan
- Fun events and team building
eTeam is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Director Of Account Management
Target companies with H-1B sponsorship history
Enterprise technology, consulting, and financial services firms file H-1B petitions regularly for account management leadership roles. Research employers with consistent sponsorship track records before applying, since you need a long-term path beyond your OPT window.
Quantify your revenue impact immediately
Directors of Account Management are evaluated on retention rates, upsell revenue, and portfolio growth. Lead every conversation with specific metrics from prior roles or internships. Numbers demonstrate the business case for investing in your long-term sponsorship.
Clarify your OPT timeline early in conversations
Being upfront about your authorization status prevents wasted time for both sides. Mention your current OPT validity, your STEM extension eligibility if applicable, and your H-1B timeline so hiring managers can assess fit with their sponsorship capacity.
Build relationships with senior sales and CS leadership
Director-level roles are frequently filled through internal referrals or warm introductions. Connecting with VPs of Customer Success or Chief Revenue Officers gives you access to openings before they reach public job listings and advocates who can vouch for sponsorship.
Emphasize cross-functional leadership skills
Employers sponsoring a Director face higher commitment. Demonstrating that you can align sales, product, and operations teams reduces hiring risk and strengthens the business case for undertaking the sponsorship process on your behalf.
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Can I work as a Director of Account Management on OPT?
Yes, F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your degree field. A Director of Account Management role typically qualifies under business, marketing, or communications degrees. Your employer doesn't need to file any petition during your OPT period, but they will need to sponsor an H-1B or another visa before your OPT authorization expires.
Does a Director of Account Management role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If you hold a STEM-designated degree such as Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or certain business analytics programs, and the Director role involves significant quantitative or technical analysis, it may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role must be directly related to your STEM field. Confirm eligibility with your Designated School Official before assuming you qualify.
How hard is it to find a Director of Account Management job that sponsors OPT students?
Director-level roles with sponsorship support exist but require targeting the right employers. Larger enterprise software, SaaS, and consulting companies sponsor international employees at this level more consistently than small businesses. Using Migrate Mate to browse listings filtered for OPT-friendly employers significantly narrows your search to companies already open to sponsoring international candidates, saving you time and reducing uncertainty.
Will employers be concerned about sponsoring a Director-level employee on OPT?
Some employers hesitate because senior hires represent a larger investment and OPT has a finite window. The best way to address this is by being transparent about your timeline, emphasizing your STEM extension eligibility if applicable, and demonstrating the revenue or retention impact you bring. Employers who regularly sponsor H-1B workers view OPT as a natural precursor to long-term employment, not a risk.
What happens to my Director of Account Management job if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files your H-1B petition before the April 1 deadline and your OPT remains valid on April 1, you're covered by cap-gap protection through September 30 of that year, allowing you to continue working without interruption. If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B is still pending, cap-gap extends your work authorization automatically until the H-1B start date. Confirm your specific dates with an immigration attorney.
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