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National Sales Manager jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or a related field. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, giving you a realistic path beyond your OPT period. Your 12-month standard OPT window can extend to 36 months with a STEM extension if your degree qualifies.
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INTRODUCTION
As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!
CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a National Events Marketing Specialist to join the Firm’s Marketing team.
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.
YOUR TEAM
Reporting to the Event Marketing Lead, the Events Marketing Specialist implements events and helps oversee event marketing programs that drive awareness and lead generation in support of the firm marketing plan. Charged with creating experiences and bringing visions to life, the successful Specialist will be adept at juggling many tasks.
As a member of the Operations Marketing Team, the successful Specialist will be well versed in project coordination/management, have experience contributing to and managing marketing events, and have the ability to build strong working relationships with practice professionals, business development, and marketing teams to maximize visibility, engagement and lead generation from existing clients and targeted accounts. The best candidate can manage daily details while using big-picture thinking to ensure truly unique experiences.
YOUR ROLE
Function as primary client liaison and assigned to firm event programs. Manage corporate meetings and events through the implementation of strategy, delivery of objectives and execution of logistics, while effectively working with internal/external clients. Responsible for coordination of program planning with Portfolio Marketing team and internal CohnReznick teams from post-contract execution to final billing. Works closely with Marketing team to understand and meet program objectives/outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned by Event and Marketing leadership.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
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Coordinate all event program details with Marketing team and produce a program summary and agenda that outlines all program specifics and requirements.
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Able to assist with any level of event including those of a complex nature, large volume, high level of confidentiality, international scope, etc.
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Manage all vendor contracts prior to finalization, ensuring both program specific and generic terms and conditions are accurate and legally protective, including attrition dates, cancellation policies, etc. Monitor attrition dates, cancellation policies and ensure contracted services are executed.
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Manage to an overall program budget set by Event Leader, review and audit all program related billing for accuracy. Track and report expenses to teams and communicate changes on a consistent basis. Work with Event Leader to forecast overall program financials to ensure monthly tracking for actual spend.
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May require travel to destinations in support of client site inspections and/or event program operations.
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May be requested to manage communications with Partners, C-Level special projects, and oversee VIP logistics/Incentives.
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Review processes and offer solutions/additions as needed.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will have:
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Bachelor’s degree required
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2 – 5 years’ experience managing event plans in a professional services or corporate environment
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Experience with drive-to-registration tactics and best practices
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Experience with technology platforms such as Splash, Marketo, and Guidebook.
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Exceptional project management and organizational skills
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Ability to multi-task, including working with multiple stakeholders internally and externally, include venues and vendors
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Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel
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Demonstrated ability to efficiently problem solve
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Excellent attention to detail
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Flexibility for domestic travel, as needed
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Effective time management including the ability to meet deadlines
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Budget management experience
In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.
Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
LOCATION
Location(s): Denver
COMPENSATION
In Colorado, the salary range for a Marketing Specialist is $67,000 to $85,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few.
"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@CohnReznick.com Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a National Sales Manager
Target companies with H-1B sponsorship history
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for sales management roles before. Companies with a track record are far more likely to sponsor again than those filing for the first time.
Frame your OPT timeline early in conversations
Bring up your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Employers appreciate transparency, and it filters out companies unwilling to sponsor before you invest weeks in their interview process.
Quantify your revenue impact with hard numbers
Sales hiring managers evaluate candidates on results. Document the pipeline value you managed, deals closed, and team targets you exceeded. Specific numbers make sponsorship investment feel lower-risk to a skeptical employer.
Pursue roles at enterprise companies with dedicated HR
Large organizations with established HR and legal teams process sponsorship routinely. Smaller companies often lack the infrastructure and appetite for visa sponsorship, making enterprise employers a more reliable target for OPT candidates.
Connect your degree field directly to the role
H-1B eligibility for National Sales Manager roles depends on the position qualifying as a specialty occupation. A degree in business, marketing, or management strengthens that case significantly. Be prepared to explain how your field of study applies.
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National Sales Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as a National Sales Manager?
Yes. National Sales Manager is a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as business, marketing, or management. F-1 OPT students with qualifying degrees can work in this role during their standard 12-month OPT period, or up to 36 months if their degree qualifies for a STEM extension.
Does a National Sales Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Most do, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. Roles requiring a degree in a specific field like business administration, marketing, or management generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Positions framed as general management without a specific degree requirement can face more scrutiny from USCIS. Asking the employer for a detailed job description before accepting an offer helps clarify this early.
How do I find National Sales Manager jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates on F-1 OPT and other work visas. You can browse National Sales Manager listings from employers who are open to sponsoring, which removes the guesswork of applying to roles where visa support was never on the table.
Does a STEM OPT extension apply to National Sales Manager roles?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, data science, or engineering, and your employer enrolls in E-Verify, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM extension on top of your initial 12 months. A business or marketing degree typically does not qualify, though some quantitative business programs do. Check the DHS STEM designated degree program list to confirm.
What should I do if my OPT is running out before I receive an H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, you are covered by a cap-gap extension that bridges the gap through September 30 of that year. This only applies to cap-subject H-1B filings with an October 1 start date. You must maintain valid F-1 status and timely file your OPT EAD to rely on cap-gap protection. Consult your Designated School Official as soon as you receive an offer to confirm your dates align.