OPT Recruitment Manager Jobs
Recruitment Manager roles on OPT sit at the intersection of HR strategy and business operations, making them strong candidates for STEM OPT extensions when tied to HR technology or workforce analytics functions. Most positions require a relevant bachelor's or master's degree in human resources, business, or organizational psychology, and sponsor H-1B visa with reasonable frequency.
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Recruiting Manager (Finance & Accounting)
LOCATION
AZ CHANDLER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
As a Recruiting Manager, your responsibilities will include developing and growing a client base and new business opportunities, introducing our services via video, telephone and in-person meetings with new and existing clients to expand the utilization of our services; recruiting, evaluating and placing finance and accounting professionals in full-time positions with our clients; delivering outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates; providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates; participating in industry trade associations to increase our presence within the local finance and accounting community.
Qualifications
- A business related degree, ideally in finance or accounting. CPA and/or MBA a plus.
- 2+ years’ of experience in public/industry accounting/finance and/or successful permanent placement recruiting experience required.
- Successful candidates will have a proven track record of success, excellent communication skills and a high sense of urgency.
- The ability to leverage finance and accounting experience to manage and grow the business.
Top Reasons to Work for Robert Half:
- EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INDUSTRY LEADER – For more than 75 years, our history of success and strong client relationships provide a level of stability few companies can match.
- PERFORMANCE = REWARD – We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including a base salary and bonus pay (for talent professional positions), group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental), flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance, paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks, and short/long term disability. Robert Half provides paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) our people receive varies based on their years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new hire earns up to 17 days of CTO per calendar year. Our people also receive up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year. We also offer the opportunity to contribute to our company 401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible), with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% of your contributions for eligible employees. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com.
- UPWARD MOBILITY – With more than 300 locations worldwide, we provide excellent career advancement potential, both locally and beyond.
- TOOLS FOR SUCCESS – We provide world-class training, client relationship management tools and advanced technology to help you succeed.
- RESPECTED WORLDWIDE – Robert Half has appeared on FORTUNE magazine’s list of “Most Admired Companies” since 1998, as well as numerous “Best Places to Work” lists around the world.
- OUTSTANDING CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY – We believe in an “Ethics First” philosophy, which means we are committed to social responsibility, promoting inclusion in the workplace, and actively participating in communities where we live and work. Learn more by downloading Robert Half’s Corporate Responsibility Report at roberthalf.com/about-robert-half/corporate-responsibility.
Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to HRSolutions@roberthalf.com or call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.
In your email please include the following:
- The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.
- The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.
For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
JOB LOCATION
AZ CHANDLER
JOB REQUISITION
Recruiting Manager (Finance & Accounting)
LOCATION
AZ CHANDLER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
As a Recruiting Manager, your responsibilities will include developing and growing a client base and new business opportunities, introducing our services via video, telephone and in-person meetings with new and existing clients to expand the utilization of our services; recruiting, evaluating and placing finance and accounting professionals in full-time positions with our clients; delivering outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates; providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates; participating in industry trade associations to increase our presence within the local finance and accounting community.
Qualifications
- A business related degree, ideally in finance or accounting. CPA and/or MBA a plus.
- 2+ years’ of experience in public/industry accounting/finance and/or successful permanent placement recruiting experience required.
- Successful candidates will have a proven track record of success, excellent communication skills and a high sense of urgency.
- The ability to leverage finance and accounting experience to manage and grow the business.
Top Reasons to Work for Robert Half:
- EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INDUSTRY LEADER – For more than 75 years, our history of success and strong client relationships provide a level of stability few companies can match.
- PERFORMANCE = REWARD – We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including a base salary and bonus pay (for talent professional positions), group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental), flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance, paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks, and short/long term disability. Robert Half provides paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) our people receive varies based on their years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new hire earns up to 17 days of CTO per calendar year. Our people also receive up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year. We also offer the opportunity to contribute to our company 401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible), with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% of your contributions for eligible employees. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com.
- UPWARD MOBILITY – With more than 300 locations worldwide, we provide excellent career advancement potential, both locally and beyond.
- TOOLS FOR SUCCESS – We provide world-class training, client relationship management tools and advanced technology to help you succeed.
- RESPECTED WORLDWIDE – Robert Half has appeared on FORTUNE magazine’s list of “Most Admired Companies” since 1998, as well as numerous “Best Places to Work” lists around the world.
- OUTSTANDING CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY – We believe in an “Ethics First” philosophy, which means we are committed to social responsibility, promoting inclusion in the workplace, and actively participating in communities where we live and work. Learn more by downloading Robert Half’s Corporate Responsibility Report at roberthalf.com/about-robert-half/corporate-responsibility.
Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to HRSolutions@roberthalf.com or call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.
In your email please include the following:
- The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.
- The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.
For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
JOB LOCATION
AZ CHANDLER
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Recruitment Manager
Target employers with dedicated HR technology functions
Companies investing in HR tech, workforce analytics, or talent operations are more likely to classify Recruitment Manager roles under STEM-adjacent categories, which opens the door to a 24-month OPT extension and a longer runway before H-1B visa filing.
Quantify hiring outcomes in your resume
Employers sponsor visas for candidates who demonstrate measurable impact. Lead with metrics: time-to-fill reductions, offer acceptance rates, cost-per-hire improvements. Concrete numbers signal that you can own a recruiting function, not just support it.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Disclose your authorization end date early, before hiring managers invest time in the process. Framing it as 'I have work authorization through X and am seeking H-1B sponsorship' is cleaner than letting it surface late.
Focus on companies with consistent H-1B filing histories
Employers who have sponsored recruitment or HR roles in prior H-1B cycles are your best bet. Look for organizations with in-house legal or immigration counsel, which signals they have infrastructure to support the process efficiently.
Leverage your international background as a sourcing asset
Experience recruiting across different markets, navigating cultural nuances, or sourcing globally is genuinely valuable to employers scaling internationally. Position this as a differentiator, not background noise, during interviews and in your cover letter.
Apply early relative to your OPT expiration date
H-1B petitions are filed in April for an October start. If your OPT expires before October, you need a role locked in with enough lead time. Starting your search at least six months before expiration gives you realistic options.
Recruitment Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Recruitment Managers in the United States?
Yes. Recruitment Manager is a qualifying role for F-1 OPT as long as it directly relates to your field of study. Degrees in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a related field typically satisfy the connection requirement. Your employer does not need to file any paperwork with USCIS during the OPT period itself, but your role must align with your degree at the time you apply for OPT authorization.
Do Recruitment Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Occasionally, but it depends on how the role is classified. Standard HR and recruitment roles fall under CIP code 52.1001 (Human Resources Management), which is not on the STEM OPT designated list. However, Recruitment Manager positions embedded within HR technology, people analytics, or talent intelligence functions may qualify if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and the employer can document the role's technical components. Review your degree's CIP code against the Department of Homeland Security's STEM list before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Recruitment Manager jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is the most direct option. It surfaces employer-sponsored roles filtered for OPT and visa sponsorship, so you're not sifting through listings from companies that won't support your authorization status. Beyond the job board, look for employers in staffing, technology, healthcare, and professional services, which have historically filed H-1B petitions for HR and recruitment roles at higher rates than most other sectors.
What happens if my OPT expires before I secure H-1B sponsorship as a Recruitment Manager?
If your OPT period ends without an approved or pending H-1B petition, you lose work authorization and must stop working. You have a 60-day grace period to depart, change status, or make other arrangements. The most common mitigation is starting your job search early enough to lock in a role before the April H-1B filing window closes, with an employer ready to sponsor your petition for the following October start.
Is a Recruitment Manager role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
USCIS reviews H-1B specialty occupation eligibility case by case, but Recruitment Manager roles tied to a specific field of study, such as human resources or industrial-organizational psychology, have been approved. The stronger your degree-to-role connection and the more the position requires theoretical application of that knowledge, the more defensible the petition. Generalist recruiting roles without a clear degree requirement have faced more scrutiny, so the employer's job description framing matters significantly.