Corporate Development Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Corporate Development Manager roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from large corporations, private equity-backed firms, and investment banks. Most employers require a finance or business degree, and some prefer an MBA. Competition is moderate, with sponsorship concentrated among Fortune 500 and mid-market companies with active M&A pipelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Amazon.com is seeking an experienced Corporate Development Leader who will be responsible for generating, managing and executing mergers and acquisitions, minority investments, and strategic partnership activities in the cloud computing sector. This leader will be a key business partner to AWS's senior leadership and will be highly visible at the most senior levels of Amazon. The selected candidate will be part of a small, collaborative team that values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and proactively look for growth opportunities.
We're seeking an innovative, creative, analytical and strategic thinker. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams and thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Superb negotiation skills are an absolute requirement.
This position can be located in either San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA.
Key Strategic Objectives
The selected candidate will act as a primary contact in supporting Amazon's business units and senior leadership by conducting industry research, valuation analyses, due diligence, creation of strategic presentations/recommendations, acquisition term sheet and contract negotiations, and both internal and external relationship building.
Focus and Deliverables for first 12 Months
- Identify appropriate opportunities that support Amazon's strategic priorities through interaction with senior business leaders, investment bankers, venture capitalists, and organic pipeline generation
- Partner with AWS business and product units to evaluate expansion opportunities
- Evaluate the benefits of potential acquisitions and manage the process of building both internal and external consensus
- Drive internal thinking on expansion opportunities
- Act as a subject matter expert on valuation and deal structuring
- Lead all pre-transaction diligence efforts
- Evaluate synergy opportunities and risks in potential transactions
- Negotiate key legal documents and bring transactions over the finish line
- Work with all cross-functional groups within Amazon to execute on the relationships from term sheet signature to proper integration
- Establish the ongoing processes, skill sets, and strategy that will enable AWS to continue to build out our corporate development competency, in the face of extremely fast growth, and a rapidly changing industry.
In addition, this Corporate Development Leader will be an independent thinker who can make convincing, data-based arguments. The selected candidate will be able to work across all business units, demonstrating a strong bias for action. Professional traits necessary for this position include:
- Exhibits excellent judgment
- Hires great people. Develops great people.
- Has high standards
- Thinks strategically but stays on top of tactical execution
- Expects and requires innovation of her/his team
- Thinks big and has convictions
- Results oriented
- Has the innate ability to inspire passion in others
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 7+ years of technology related sales, business development or equivalent experience
- Experience creating and analyzing M&A processes for a wide variety of transactions, including public-public, public-private, and cross-border transactions
- History of successfully completing high level, end-to-end negotiations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA
- Very strong analytical and communication skills
- Able to demonstrate creative and strategic thinking
- Ability to build and maintain a network of senior level relationships to facilitate deal flow
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, San Francisco - 179,000.00 - 242,100.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon.com is seeking an experienced Corporate Development Leader who will be responsible for generating, managing and executing mergers and acquisitions, minority investments, and strategic partnership activities in the cloud computing sector. This leader will be a key business partner to AWS's senior leadership and will be highly visible at the most senior levels of Amazon. The selected candidate will be part of a small, collaborative team that values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and proactively look for growth opportunities.
We're seeking an innovative, creative, analytical and strategic thinker. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams and thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Superb negotiation skills are an absolute requirement.
This position can be located in either San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA.
Key Strategic Objectives
The selected candidate will act as a primary contact in supporting Amazon's business units and senior leadership by conducting industry research, valuation analyses, due diligence, creation of strategic presentations/recommendations, acquisition term sheet and contract negotiations, and both internal and external relationship building.
Focus and Deliverables for first 12 Months
- Identify appropriate opportunities that support Amazon's strategic priorities through interaction with senior business leaders, investment bankers, venture capitalists, and organic pipeline generation
- Partner with AWS business and product units to evaluate expansion opportunities
- Evaluate the benefits of potential acquisitions and manage the process of building both internal and external consensus
- Drive internal thinking on expansion opportunities
- Act as a subject matter expert on valuation and deal structuring
- Lead all pre-transaction diligence efforts
- Evaluate synergy opportunities and risks in potential transactions
- Negotiate key legal documents and bring transactions over the finish line
- Work with all cross-functional groups within Amazon to execute on the relationships from term sheet signature to proper integration
- Establish the ongoing processes, skill sets, and strategy that will enable AWS to continue to build out our corporate development competency, in the face of extremely fast growth, and a rapidly changing industry.
In addition, this Corporate Development Leader will be an independent thinker who can make convincing, data-based arguments. The selected candidate will be able to work across all business units, demonstrating a strong bias for action. Professional traits necessary for this position include:
- Exhibits excellent judgment
- Hires great people. Develops great people.
- Has high standards
- Thinks strategically but stays on top of tactical execution
- Expects and requires innovation of her/his team
- Thinks big and has convictions
- Results oriented
- Has the innate ability to inspire passion in others
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 7+ years of technology related sales, business development or equivalent experience
- Experience creating and analyzing M&A processes for a wide variety of transactions, including public-public, public-private, and cross-border transactions
- History of successfully completing high level, end-to-end negotiations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA
- Very strong analytical and communication skills
- Able to demonstrate creative and strategic thinking
- Ability to build and maintain a network of senior level relationships to facilitate deal flow
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, San Francisco - 179,000.00 - 242,100.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Corporate Development Manager
Target companies with active M&A pipelines
Firms that regularly acquire or merge are far more likely to maintain Corporate Development teams and sponsor visas. Look for companies that have completed multiple transactions in the past two to three years.
Highlight financial modeling and deal execution experience
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation eligibility for business roles. Demonstrating deep, specialized skills in valuation, due diligence, and transaction structuring strengthens the case that your role requires a specific degree.
An MBA significantly improves your sponsorship odds
Many employers treat an MBA as the standard credential for Corporate Development Manager roles. It reinforces specialty occupation status and signals you meet the educational bar USCIS looks for in business-focused visa petitions.
Large corporations and PE-backed firms sponsor most consistently
Fortune 500 companies and private equity-backed portfolio businesses have established immigration programs and dedicated legal teams. Smaller companies may be willing but often lack the infrastructure to process sponsorship efficiently.
Understand the H-1B cap and timeline before accepting an offer
H-1B visas are subject to an annual lottery with registration opening in March. If you need cap-subject sponsorship, align your job search and offer timeline so your employer can register in the current cycle.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles with confirmed sponsorship
Migrate Mate filters Corporate Development Manager roles by visa sponsorship availability, saving time you would otherwise spend applying to employers who do not sponsor. Browse active listings to identify which companies are hiring right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Corporate Development Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, economics, or business administration. Petitions are strengthened when the job description emphasizes technical skills like financial modeling, M&A analysis, or strategic valuation rather than general management duties.
What visa types are available for Corporate Development Manager roles?
H-1B visa is the most common path. Australian citizens may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a faster process. Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore the TN visa under the NAFTA-successor agreement. L-1A is an option if you're transferring internally from a foreign subsidiary in a managerial capacity.
Do I need an MBA to get visa sponsorship as a Corporate Development Manager?
Not strictly required, but an MBA meaningfully strengthens your petition. Many employers list an MBA as preferred and some make it a requirement. A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting can qualify you, but an MBA reduces USCIS scrutiny around specialty occupation status for this role specifically.
Which types of employers sponsor Corporate Development Managers most often?
Large public companies with dedicated strategy or M&A functions sponsor most consistently. Private equity-backed companies building out their corporate development capabilities are also active sponsors. Investment banks and consulting firms sometimes sponsor for internal strategy roles. Migrate Mate lists Corporate Development Manager roles filtered by sponsorship availability so you can identify active employers directly.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Corporate Development roles?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you have maintained valid status. The new employer must file a new I-129 petition, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same criteria.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Corporate Development Manager 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.