Private Client Advisor Jobs for OPT Students
Private Client Advisor roles typically qualify for OPT work authorization under finance, business, or economics degrees. Most positions involve managing high-net-worth client portfolios, requiring strong relationship management and financial analysis skills. Employers in wealth management and private banking regularly sponsor H-1B visas, making this a strong long-term path for F-1 students.
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At J.P. Morgan Chase, we have an enthusiasm for helping our clients, taking care of our employees, building relationships, and delivering extraordinary customer service while maintaining a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Using a broad investment product and thought leadership platform along with cutting edge digital technology, you will be front and center representing our brand and interacting with our clients to offer the best investment solutions to meet their financial needs.
As a Private Client Advisor in Chase Wealth Management, you will offer comprehensive financial planning and advice to individuals and families. Your expertise will support a wide range of clients, from those just starting to save to those with significant wealth. You provide an exceptional investor experience by offering advised solutions and Chase partner referrals that deepen client relationships.
Job responsibilities
- Champion and support your teammates’ success and the goals of the bank, while fostering a culture of diversity
- Build a book of business and deliver personalized investment solutions to your clients by relying on leadership and relationship-building skills. This will be done with a consistent focus on relationship management, not portfolio management
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of financial markets and sound business judgement
- Exhibit unwavering integrity that points toward doing right by clients at every opportunity
- Demonstrate a passion for educating clients on the technology and channels available to them to better monitor, maintain, and handle their investments
- Provide a holistic view of clients’ needs and financial coaching beyond investments
- Embrace digital innovations to help clients become more digitally confident and bank when, where, and how they want
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- At least 2 years in a Financial Advisor role or equivalent financial services experience
- Demonstrated success in client acquisition, cultivating and maintaining client relationships, and integrating with key partners
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to goals-based planning and advice
- A valid and active Series 7
- A valid and active Series 66 (63/65) license is required or must be obtained within 60 days of starting in the role as a condition of employment
- A valid and active Life, Health and Long Term Care Insurance license is required or must be obtained within 60 days of starting in the role as a condition of employment
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Certified Financial Planning (CFP®) certification is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
INVESTMENT AND INSURANCE PRODUCTS ARE:
• NOT FDIC INSURED • NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY • NOT A DEPOSIT OR OTHER OBLIGATION OF, OR GUARANTEED BY, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES • SUBJECT TO INVESTMENT RISKS, INCLUDING POSSIBLE LOSS OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT INVESTED
Investment products and services are offered through J.P. Morgan Securities LLC (JPMS), a registered broker-dealer and investment advisor, member of FINRA and SIPC. Annuities are made available through Chase Insurance Agency, Inc. (CIA), a licensed insurance agency, doing business as Chase Insurance Agency Services, Inc. in Florida. JPMS, CIA and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. are affiliated companies under the common control of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Products not available in all states.
About us
Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We're proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions – all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.
As part of the Consumer Bank, J.P. Morgan Wealth Management is committed to serving clients across all of their financial needs, with offerings ranging from self-directed and automated investing to full-service advisor relationships. The combined business has ~400 billion in assets under management and ~4,000 advisors who work out of 3,500 branches and 21 offices. We work directly with clients every day to help them reach their goals, whether they're focused on opportunities in the near future or larger aspirations down the line. But our long-term investment philosophy doesn't just apply to assets; it applies to our team, too. We're fostering and promoting diverse talent at every level to ensure you feel represented here, no matter who you are or where you come from. As a business, we believe that fostering growth and mobility internally empowers us to deliver the exceptional service, custom solutions, and out-of-the-box thinking we're known for as a global leader.
JOB DESCRIPTION
At J.P. Morgan Chase, we have an enthusiasm for helping our clients, taking care of our employees, building relationships, and delivering extraordinary customer service while maintaining a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Using a broad investment product and thought leadership platform along with cutting edge digital technology, you will be front and center representing our brand and interacting with our clients to offer the best investment solutions to meet their financial needs.
As a Private Client Advisor in Chase Wealth Management, you will offer comprehensive financial planning and advice to individuals and families. Your expertise will support a wide range of clients, from those just starting to save to those with significant wealth. You provide an exceptional investor experience by offering advised solutions and Chase partner referrals that deepen client relationships.
Job responsibilities
- Champion and support your teammates’ success and the goals of the bank, while fostering a culture of diversity
- Build a book of business and deliver personalized investment solutions to your clients by relying on leadership and relationship-building skills. This will be done with a consistent focus on relationship management, not portfolio management
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of financial markets and sound business judgement
- Exhibit unwavering integrity that points toward doing right by clients at every opportunity
- Demonstrate a passion for educating clients on the technology and channels available to them to better monitor, maintain, and handle their investments
- Provide a holistic view of clients’ needs and financial coaching beyond investments
- Embrace digital innovations to help clients become more digitally confident and bank when, where, and how they want
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- At least 2 years in a Financial Advisor role or equivalent financial services experience
- Demonstrated success in client acquisition, cultivating and maintaining client relationships, and integrating with key partners
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to goals-based planning and advice
- A valid and active Series 7
- A valid and active Series 66 (63/65) license is required or must be obtained within 60 days of starting in the role as a condition of employment
- A valid and active Life, Health and Long Term Care Insurance license is required or must be obtained within 60 days of starting in the role as a condition of employment
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Certified Financial Planning (CFP®) certification is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
INVESTMENT AND INSURANCE PRODUCTS ARE:
• NOT FDIC INSURED • NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY • NOT A DEPOSIT OR OTHER OBLIGATION OF, OR GUARANTEED BY, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES • SUBJECT TO INVESTMENT RISKS, INCLUDING POSSIBLE LOSS OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT INVESTED
Investment products and services are offered through J.P. Morgan Securities LLC (JPMS), a registered broker-dealer and investment advisor, member of FINRA and SIPC. Annuities are made available through Chase Insurance Agency, Inc. (CIA), a licensed insurance agency, doing business as Chase Insurance Agency Services, Inc. in Florida. JPMS, CIA and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. are affiliated companies under the common control of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Products not available in all states.
About us
Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We're proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions – all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.
As part of the Consumer Bank, J.P. Morgan Wealth Management is committed to serving clients across all of their financial needs, with offerings ranging from self-directed and automated investing to full-service advisor relationships. The combined business has ~400 billion in assets under management and ~4,000 advisors who work out of 3,500 branches and 21 offices. We work directly with clients every day to help them reach their goals, whether they're focused on opportunities in the near future or larger aspirations down the line. But our long-term investment philosophy doesn't just apply to assets; it applies to our team, too. We're fostering and promoting diverse talent at every level to ensure you feel represented here, no matter who you are or where you come from. As a business, we believe that fostering growth and mobility internally empowers us to deliver the exceptional service, custom solutions, and out-of-the-box thinking we're known for as a global leader.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Private Client Advisor
Target wealth management firms with H-1B sponsorship history
Large private banks and wealth management firms sponsor H-1B visas far more consistently than smaller boutiques. Research firms with established international hiring pipelines before applying, since sponsorship infrastructure matters as much as the job offer itself.
Connect your degree directly to the role
Private Client Advisor roles require a specialty occupation designation for OPT and future H-1B eligibility. Frame your finance, economics, or business degree as directly tied to portfolio analysis, financial planning, or client advisory work in every application.
Pursue relevant licenses during your OPT window
The Series 7, Series 66, and CFP credentials signal long-term commitment to the field. Starting these during OPT shows employers you are building toward a permanent role, which strengthens the case for sponsorship when your authorization period ends.
Start the sponsorship conversation early in the process
Raise visa sponsorship before the offer stage, not after. Ask during second-round interviews whether the firm has sponsored H-1B visas for advisor roles. This filters out firms that cannot help and saves significant time during a tight OPT window.
Build a client-facing track record before STEM OPT runs out
Employers weigh demonstrated performance heavily when deciding on H-1B sponsorship. Use your OPT period to document client growth, assets under management contributions, or advisor support wins you can present as quantified evidence of your value.
Emphasize cross-cultural client relationship skills
Many private banking teams actively seek advisors who can serve international or multicultural high-net-worth clients. International students often bring genuine advantage here. Make this explicit in your resume and interviews rather than treating it as background context.
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Does a Private Client Advisor role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Private Client Advisor positions qualify for OPT when your degree is in finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field. The role must constitute a specialty occupation, meaning it requires theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge. Most positions at banks and wealth management firms meet this standard, but confirm the job description explicitly requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher before accepting an offer.
Can I use STEM OPT extension as a Private Client Advisor?
It depends on your degree. Finance and economics degrees are generally not STEM-designated, so a standard 12-month OPT period applies. However, if your degree is in a STEM-classified field such as financial engineering, computational finance, or applied mathematics, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List against your specific CIP code to confirm eligibility before counting on an extension.
How do I find Private Client Advisor jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Private Client Advisor roles where employers are open to OPT and visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about authorization later. Beyond the job search itself, target firms with existing H-1B sponsorship histories in financial advisory roles, since those employers already have the legal infrastructure and willingness to support international hires through the full visa lifecycle.
What happens to my OPT status if I switch from a private bank to an independent advisory firm?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change in your SEVP portal within 10 days and ensure the new position still qualifies as a specialty occupation related to your degree. Independent advisory firms vary significantly in their compliance infrastructure. Before switching, confirm the new employer understands OPT reporting requirements and, if you are pursuing H-1B sponsorship, that they have the resources and intent to file a petition on your behalf.
Do Private Client Advisor employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends?
Major private banks, wirehouse firms, and large independent wealth managers have well-established H-1B sponsorship programs for advisor roles. Smaller regional firms and independent broker-dealers are less consistent. The best indicator is whether the firm has sponsored H-1B visas for similar roles in recent years, which you can verify through USCIS and Department of Labor public disclosure data. Raising this directly with hiring managers early in the process is also a reliable way to gauge genuine intent.
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