OPT Partner Manager Jobs
Partner Manager roles on OPT involve managing strategic relationships with external partners, resellers, or alliances, work that typically falls under business development or sales operations. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations supporting OPT authorization. STEM OPT extensions are available if your degree is in a qualifying field like computer science, business analytics, or information systems.
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Serves as a strategic advisor to assigned MARTA divisions by aligning Human Resources strategies with the Authority’s operational and organizational goals. Acts as a liaison between employees and managers within assigned business units, divisions, or departments and the corporate Human Resources function. Collaborates with external Human Resources vendors to ensure contract compliance, supports the preparation and renewal of Human Resources contracts, tracks contract expenditures, and assists in the development of the annual Human Resources budget.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provides consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees in alignment with the Authority’s policies, goals and objectives.
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Integrates business needs with HR expertise to support data-informed workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management aligned with MARTA’s long-term objectives.
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Partners with Assistant General Managers, Directors, and departmental leaders to develop HR strategies supporting divisional and Authority-wide goals.
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Assists with the review and updating of HR policies.
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Ensures consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs across assigned business areas.
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Partners closely with HR business units, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, HRIS, Performance Analytics, Learning & Development and Occupational Medical Services to provide seamless support to client divisions.
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Participates in cross-departmental projects, HR initiatives, and Authority-wide programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and workforce engagement.
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Performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems. Refers more complex issues to AGM of Human Resources or other leadership. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate groups.
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Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required. Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including at least two (2) years in an HR Generalist role supporting a large, complex organization (public sector or transportation environment preferred). Must possess working knowledge of all areas within Human Resources. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills required. Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
HR certification (SHRM-CP/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SPHR) is preferred.
Salary: $75-$87K
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
SUMMARY
Serves as a strategic advisor to assigned MARTA divisions by aligning Human Resources strategies with the Authority’s operational and organizational goals. Acts as a liaison between employees and managers within assigned business units, divisions, or departments and the corporate Human Resources function. Collaborates with external Human Resources vendors to ensure contract compliance, supports the preparation and renewal of Human Resources contracts, tracks contract expenditures, and assists in the development of the annual Human Resources budget.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Provides consultative HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees in alignment with the Authority’s policies, goals and objectives.
-
Integrates business needs with HR expertise to support data-informed workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management aligned with MARTA’s long-term objectives.
-
Partners with Assistant General Managers, Directors, and departmental leaders to develop HR strategies supporting divisional and Authority-wide goals.
-
Assists with the review and updating of HR policies.
-
Ensures consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs across assigned business areas.
-
Partners closely with HR business units, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, HRIS, Performance Analytics, Learning & Development and Occupational Medical Services to provide seamless support to client divisions.
-
Participates in cross-departmental projects, HR initiatives, and Authority-wide programs aimed at improving operational efficiency and workforce engagement.
-
Performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems. Refers more complex issues to AGM of Human Resources or other leadership. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate groups.
-
Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador assignments.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required. Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including at least two (2) years in an HR Generalist role supporting a large, complex organization (public sector or transportation environment preferred). Must possess working knowledge of all areas within Human Resources. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills required. Proficiency with Oracle Cloud or similar enterprise HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
HR certification (SHRM-CP/PHR, SHRM-SCP/SPHR) is preferred.
Salary: $75-$87K
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Partner Manager
Target companies with established partner ecosystems
Large SaaS companies, cloud providers, and enterprise software firms run dedicated partner programs requiring full-time managers. These organizations are accustomed to sponsoring international employees and often have structured visa processes already in place.
Frame your OPT timeline around deal cycles
Partner programs operate on annual planning cycles. When discussing your authorization window, connect it to business outcomes: your OPT period covers at least one full partner planning cycle, giving employers a concrete hiring horizon to work with.
Highlight cross-functional experience prominently
Partner Manager roles require coordination across sales, marketing, legal, and product teams. Candidates who demonstrate cross-functional project work are harder to replace, which directly strengthens the business case an employer makes when pursuing visa sponsorship.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early in conversations
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, mention it during early screening. Degrees in information systems, business analytics, or management information systems commonly qualify, giving employers a longer runway before needing to file an H-1B visa.
Build measurable partner outcomes before your search
Quantify results from internships, campus partnerships, or prior roles: revenue influenced, partners onboarded, or programs launched. Concrete metrics signal that you can deliver business value immediately, which reduces perceived hiring risk for OPT candidates.
Use Migrate Mate to focus on OPT-friendly employers
Not every company will consider OPT candidates for Partner Manager roles. Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively open to OPT authorization, so you spend time on applications with a realistic path to an offer rather than screening blindly.
Partner Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Partner Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Partner Manager positions generally qualify for OPT because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as business, marketing, communications, or information systems. The role must be directly related to your degree. Most corporate Partner Manager positions at technology or enterprise companies meet this standard comfortably.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension as a Partner Manager?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as management information systems, business analytics, or computer science, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month STEM extension. Many Partner Manager roles at technology firms satisfy the practical training requirement even if the title sounds business-focused.
How do I find Partner Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
The most efficient approach is to search Migrate Mate, which filters for employers actively willing to hire OPT students. Generic job boards don't surface visa authorization preferences, so you waste time applying to roles that screen out international candidates during HR review. Focusing your search on OPT-friendly employers from the start increases your response rate significantly.
Do Partner Manager employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Technology companies with large partner ecosystems, particularly SaaS and cloud infrastructure firms, sponsor H-1B visas for Partner Managers with reasonable frequency. The business case is easier to make when you've demonstrated measurable impact on partner revenue or program growth during your OPT period. Smaller companies or those without established HR immigration infrastructure are less predictable on this front.
What should I include on my resume to strengthen my OPT application for Partner Manager roles?
Lead with quantified outcomes: partners onboarded, revenue influenced through the channel, or programs you built or scaled. Emphasize cross-functional collaboration and any CRM or partner relationship management tools you've used. List your OPT authorization dates clearly so hiring managers don't have to ask. If you qualify for a STEM extension, note it directly on your resume under your education section.