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Benefits Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Employers in insurance, consulting, and HR services firms regularly sponsor qualified international candidates for these roles. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Translate complex benefit information, including non-standard plan language into crisp, compliant, easy-to-understand plan language for self-funded plans. This includes analyzing, drafting, editing and reviewing all legal and regulatory plan documentation (i.e., SPDs, plan amendments, SBCs and restates) for our self-funded plan customers. Basic understanding of regulations, laws, and internal procedures impacting self-funded health plans with attention to ensuring the plan and company remain in compliance with federal and state law. Successfully negotiate deadlines when appropriate; influences change/enhancement to business processes, policies and system infrastructure to improve information quality, availability, and access. Deliver high-quality documentation ensuring department standards are met with a focus on ensuring all errors in spelling, grammar and formatting are corrected before the document is sent to the customer. May participate in implementation of department projects as needed. Other duties as assigned, requested or required such as facilitating onboarding of new hires, facilitate P&P and directives and facilitate refresher courses for the renewal team and new hires.
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 years of extensive plan writing experience supporting self-funded or fully insured plans.
- 1-2 years of plan amendment/document experience.
- Interpersonal skills to include written and verbal communication, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills.
- Ability to anticipate workload needs and to follow through with minimum direction.
- Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy performing at high levels in a fast paced and constantly changing work environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Salesforce experience
Education
Associates Degree or equivalent work experience (HS diploma + 2 years relevant experience)
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$17.00 - $34.15
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/08/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Translate complex benefit information, including non-standard plan language into crisp, compliant, easy-to-understand plan language for self-funded plans. This includes analyzing, drafting, editing and reviewing all legal and regulatory plan documentation (i.e., SPDs, plan amendments, SBCs and restates) for our self-funded plan customers. Basic understanding of regulations, laws, and internal procedures impacting self-funded health plans with attention to ensuring the plan and company remain in compliance with federal and state law. Successfully negotiate deadlines when appropriate; influences change/enhancement to business processes, policies and system infrastructure to improve information quality, availability, and access. Deliver high-quality documentation ensuring department standards are met with a focus on ensuring all errors in spelling, grammar and formatting are corrected before the document is sent to the customer. May participate in implementation of department projects as needed. Other duties as assigned, requested or required such as facilitating onboarding of new hires, facilitate P&P and directives and facilitate refresher courses for the renewal team and new hires.
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 years of extensive plan writing experience supporting self-funded or fully insured plans.
- 1-2 years of plan amendment/document experience.
- Interpersonal skills to include written and verbal communication, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills.
- Ability to anticipate workload needs and to follow through with minimum direction.
- Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy performing at high levels in a fast paced and constantly changing work environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Salesforce experience
Education
Associates Degree or equivalent work experience (HS diploma + 2 years relevant experience)
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$17.00 - $34.15
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/08/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Consultant
Target consulting firms and insurance carriers first
Large HR consulting firms and insurance carriers sponsor Benefits Consultants far more frequently than smaller brokerages. Their established immigration programs mean faster LCA processing and less friction getting sponsorship approved through internal legal teams.
Confirm your degree field aligns with the role
H-1B approval requires your degree to match the specialty occupation. Human resources, business administration, finance, or actuarial science degrees typically satisfy this requirement. A general business degree may work, but a more specific field strengthens your petition significantly.
Emphasize benefits-specific credentials in your application
Certifications like CEBS, CBP, or GBA signal specialized knowledge that supports the specialty occupation argument for H-1B purposes. Employers also value these credentials when deciding whether a role justifies the cost and effort of sponsorship.
Australians should ask about the E-3 visa specifically
Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa for Benefits Consultant roles, which has no lottery, faster processing, and lower employer cost than H-1B. Many employers who hesitate on H-1B will readily sponsor an E-3 once they understand the difference.
Understand what the LCA process means for your timeline
Before your employer files an H-1B petition, they must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from the Department of Labor. This typically takes one to two weeks and must be completed before your visa paperwork can be submitted.
Negotiate sponsorship before accepting an offer
Confirm your employer will sponsor the specific visa type you need before signing. Some firms sponsor H-1B transfers but not new cap-subject petitions, which affects whether you can start immediately or must wait for the next fiscal year lottery.
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Find Benefits Consultant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as human resources, business administration, finance, or actuarial science. The key is that the job description must make a relevant degree a minimum requirement, not merely preferred. Roles framed as entry-level generalist positions without a degree requirement are harder to approve.
Which visa types are most common for Benefits Consultant sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path, but Australian citizens often pursue the E-3 visa, which skips the lottery entirely and typically processes faster. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under the TN visa if the role fits the applicable USMCA categories. L-1 transfers are also possible if you're moving from a foreign office of the same employer.
How can I find Benefits Consultant jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient place to find Benefits Consultant roles where employers are already open to sponsoring international candidates. Filtering for sponsorship-ready employers upfront saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship late in the process.
Does my degree need to be in human resources specifically to qualify?
Not necessarily. USCIS accepts degrees in related fields including business administration, finance, economics, and psychology for Benefits Consultant roles, provided the connection to the job duties is clearly argued in the petition. Actuarial science or risk management degrees are particularly strong for roles focused on health and retirement benefits plan analysis.
What are the H-1B approval odds for Benefits Consultant petitions?
Approval rates for Benefits Consultant H-1B petitions are generally solid when the specialty occupation argument is well-documented and the degree field aligns with the role. The bigger risk is the lottery, not the approval stage. Cap-subject petitions currently face a selection rate around 25%, meaning most registrants are not selected regardless of qualification.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Benefits Consultant jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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