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Operations Director roles on OPT require employers who can sponsor H-1B or provide cap-exempt work authorization, since your OPT window runs 12 months (up to 36 with STEM extension). These senior positions typically qualify as specialty occupations, and many large employers have established sponsorship pipelines for operations leadership.
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Fixed Income seeks an Associate to join the COO team. Key responsibilities include working with Fixed Income management on strategy and business development, financial resource management, and developing and monitoring divisional performance metrics.
Responsibilities:
Strategy & Business Development
- Contribute to identification of strategic growth opportunities and develop execution plans
- Prepare compelling analysis and presentations to support management discussion of Fixed Income’s strategy and new business initiatives
- Assist with performance deep dives into areas of management focus, and provide insight into potential value-add actions
- Work with Fixed Income management and Finance partners to develop the annual financial budget and periodic forecasts
- Prepare competitor analysis and identify areas of opportunity for Fixed Income
- Contribute to ad hoc work supporting new product development, including elements of project management
Financial Resource Management
- Monitor Fixed Income’s balance sheet and capital usage; develop analytics to drive optimization of resource utilization
- Partner with Finance, Risk, and Business areas to conduct deep dive reviews of capital and balance sheet topics
- Develop a commercial understanding of key capital and balance sheet methodologies and optimization strategies
Performance Analytics & Other Responsibilities
- Contribute to regular reporting of Fixed Income KPI’s; identify potential enhancements and recommend changes to management
- Prepare analysis and insights on business performance for senior management
- Engage Finance to ensure accurate reporting of divisional financials
- Provide dynamic support for the broader Fixed Income COO area as required
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in the financial industry; experience in investment banking market’s area strongly preferred
- Experience in a business management, strategy, or a financial analysis role
- Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge required, including ability to create compelling presentations for senior management
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret a wide range of financial information
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including capacity to multi-task while maintaining a focus on timely delivering
- Ability to work proactively and independently
- Keen attention to detail and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
The expected base salary ranges from $100,000- $150,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~ $2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
Why Mizuho
Mizuho is in growth mode as we are climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo, and attracting top talent. Positions are available across our corporate functions, and on our corporate and investment banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives, and financing teams.
We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our perseverance drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions.
If you are interested in advancing your career working for a firm with a growth mindset and the resources of a global financial services team, we would like to hear from you.
LOCATION:
New York, NY (1271 AOA/6th Ave)
TIME TYPE:
Full time
POSTED ON:
Posted Today
JOB REQUISITION ID:
R6870
SUMMARY
Fixed Income seeks an Associate to join the COO team. Key responsibilities include working with Fixed Income management on strategy and business development, financial resource management, and developing and monitoring divisional performance metrics.
Responsibilities:
Strategy & Business Development
- Contribute to identification of strategic growth opportunities and develop execution plans
- Prepare compelling analysis and presentations to support management discussion of Fixed Income’s strategy and new business initiatives
- Assist with performance deep dives into areas of management focus, and provide insight into potential value-add actions
- Work with Fixed Income management and Finance partners to develop the annual financial budget and periodic forecasts
- Prepare competitor analysis and identify areas of opportunity for Fixed Income
- Contribute to ad hoc work supporting new product development, including elements of project management
Financial Resource Management
- Monitor Fixed Income’s balance sheet and capital usage; develop analytics to drive optimization of resource utilization
- Partner with Finance, Risk, and Business areas to conduct deep dive reviews of capital and balance sheet topics
- Develop a commercial understanding of key capital and balance sheet methodologies and optimization strategies
Performance Analytics & Other Responsibilities
- Contribute to regular reporting of Fixed Income KPI’s; identify potential enhancements and recommend changes to management
- Prepare analysis and insights on business performance for senior management
- Engage Finance to ensure accurate reporting of divisional financials
- Provide dynamic support for the broader Fixed Income COO area as required
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in the financial industry; experience in investment banking market’s area strongly preferred
- Experience in a business management, strategy, or a financial analysis role
- Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge required, including ability to create compelling presentations for senior management
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret a wide range of financial information
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including capacity to multi-task while maintaining a focus on timely delivering
- Ability to work proactively and independently
- Keen attention to detail and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
The expected base salary ranges from $100,000- $150,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~ $2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
Why Mizuho
Mizuho is in growth mode as we are climbing the league tables, disrupting the status quo, and attracting top talent. Positions are available across our corporate functions, and on our corporate and investment banking, capital markets, advisory, research, sales & trading, derivatives, and financing teams.
We are looking for candidates who want to contribute to our entrepreneurial culture where people at all levels are inspired to share ideas. Our creativity sets us apart, and our perseverance drives results in creating bespoke, client-focused solutions.
If you are interested in advancing your career working for a firm with a growth mindset and the resources of a global financial services team, we would like to hear from you.
LOCATION:
New York, NY (1271 AOA/6th Ave)
TIME TYPE:
Full time
POSTED ON:
Posted Today
JOB REQUISITION ID:
R6870
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Operations Director
Target companies with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Search OFLC disclosure data for employers who have sponsored H-1B petitions for operations roles. A company with a track record of sponsoring directors is far more likely to sponsor you than one attempting it for the first time.
Frame your OPT timeline clearly in early conversations
Proactively tell hiring managers how much OPT time remains and whether you qualify for a STEM extension. Employers hesitate when timelines are unclear, so removing that uncertainty early keeps you moving through the process.
Emphasize operational results, not just responsibilities
Sponsorship decisions for senior roles come down to irreplaceability. Quantify cost reductions, efficiency gains, and team scale you have managed. Concrete outcomes make the business case for sponsorship significantly easier for internal HR and legal teams.
Prioritize large and mid-size employers over early-stage startups
Companies with dedicated HR and legal infrastructure sponsor far more reliably than startups. Firms with over 500 employees typically have established immigration counsel and standard sponsorship workflows, reducing delays and uncertainty for you.
Understand the specialty occupation standard before interviews
Operations Director roles must qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship. Be prepared to explain how your position requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree, as this directly affects the employer's petition strategy.
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Can an Operations Director role qualify for H-1B sponsorship on OPT?
Yes, most Operations Director positions qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, supply chain management, or industrial engineering. The key is that the role must require a degree in a particular discipline, not just any bachelor's degree. Employers with established sponsorship programs typically have immigration counsel who can assess the petition before making an offer.
How much OPT time do I realistically need to secure sponsorship as an Operations Director?
Plan for a minimum of 12 months. Senior leadership hiring cycles often take three to six months, and H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed once per year in April for an October 1 start. If you miss the filing window, you need enough OPT time to wait for the next cycle. STEM OPT extension applicants have more flexibility, as the 24-month extension significantly extends your runway.
Where can I find Operations Director jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. Rather than filtering through thousands of postings where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with verified sponsorship history, which is especially useful for senior operations positions where visa conversations happen earlier in the hiring process.
Does my degree field affect whether an employer will sponsor me for an Operations Director role?
It does. USCIS requires that the position and your degree be in a directly related specialty. A degree in operations management, industrial engineering, supply chain, or business administration typically supports the petition well. A degree in an unrelated field can complicate the specialty occupation argument, even if you have years of relevant experience. Some employers address this through a combination of degree equivalency and experience documentation.
Can I start an Operations Director role on OPT and then have my employer sponsor me for a green card?
Yes, and this is a common pathway for senior operations professionals. Employers typically begin with H-1B sponsorship and later initiate a PERM labor certification and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa petition. The timeline from OPT to a green card approval can run five to ten years or more depending on your country of birth, so starting sponsorship conversations early in your employment is worthwhile.
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