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Data Consultant roles attract H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship from employers across consulting firms, financial services, and tech. The position qualifies as a specialty occupation, and employers regularly file LCAs under SOC codes tied to management analysis and data science. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Hybrid 4 days at any of the following: Wilmington, DE * Buffalo, NY * Baltimore, MD
The Wilmington Trust Institutional Services (IS) division is experiencing rapid business growth and has initiated a strategic program of continuous improvement to support the growth objectives. The goals of the program are to reduce operational issues and risks by standardizing processes, implementing best-practices in key areas, and adding new governance and control functions. In addition, long term digital transformation is required to grow revenue through new and transformed digital-first trust and agency service products, to move from a product-centric to client-centric operating model, to move from market-specific to global solutions, and to dramatically lower the cost to serve. These two strategic focus areas are driving growth in overall business investment.
Overview:
In alignment with IS’s growing investment, we are seeking an IS Senior Data Management Lead candidate to be responsible for providing guidance to assigned business in implementing components of the Data Management Program in the areas of governance, quality, issue management, reporting, data architecture, solutions, analytics, or project management and in alignment with the overall Enterprise Data Management Program.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage execution of the Data Management Strategy and development of the Data Management Framework, Policies and Standards for an assigned business.
- Implement the Data Management Program within assigned business unit, providing training to business line and technology personnel.
- Act as the Data Stewart for the IS business.
- Facilitate data management-related working groups.
- Develop a thorough understanding of the data management practice and working knowledge of industry trends.
- Measure compliance with the business and Enterprise Data Management policy and standards.
- Work with the business to identify critical data elements and capture related metadata.
- Monitor quality of data through measurement of enterprise-wide key performance/key risk indicators (KPIs/KRIs) to ensure effective data risk management.
- Facilitate remediation of data management-related issues.
- Promote usage of business and enterprise data management and business intelligence tools by relevant stakeholders.
- Analyze large data sets to derive business insights to drive tangible business value.
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
- Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
- Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 11 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience
- 5 years Financial Services Experience
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong persuasion skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical ability
- Creative problem solving skills
- Strong project management leadership
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams at various levels
- Skilled proficiency in the use of spreadsheets, graphing, and presentations with a working knowledge of financial models
- Strong SQL programming knowledge
Education and Experience Preferred:
- Master’s Degree
- Minimum of 10 year’s professional experience
- Corporate Trust Experience
- Knowledge of data management practices and/or Bank products, systems and workflows
- Knowledge of process improvement methodology and business process management techniques
- Proficient in pertinent project and presentation software
- Advanced SQL programming knowledge
- Experience with Alteryx
- AI Experience and its use in Data
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $123,600.00 - $206,000.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Location
Amherst, New York, United States of America
Location: Hybrid 4 days at any of the following: Wilmington, DE * Buffalo, NY * Baltimore, MD
The Wilmington Trust Institutional Services (IS) division is experiencing rapid business growth and has initiated a strategic program of continuous improvement to support the growth objectives. The goals of the program are to reduce operational issues and risks by standardizing processes, implementing best-practices in key areas, and adding new governance and control functions. In addition, long term digital transformation is required to grow revenue through new and transformed digital-first trust and agency service products, to move from a product-centric to client-centric operating model, to move from market-specific to global solutions, and to dramatically lower the cost to serve. These two strategic focus areas are driving growth in overall business investment.
Overview:
In alignment with IS’s growing investment, we are seeking an IS Senior Data Management Lead candidate to be responsible for providing guidance to assigned business in implementing components of the Data Management Program in the areas of governance, quality, issue management, reporting, data architecture, solutions, analytics, or project management and in alignment with the overall Enterprise Data Management Program.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage execution of the Data Management Strategy and development of the Data Management Framework, Policies and Standards for an assigned business.
- Implement the Data Management Program within assigned business unit, providing training to business line and technology personnel.
- Act as the Data Stewart for the IS business.
- Facilitate data management-related working groups.
- Develop a thorough understanding of the data management practice and working knowledge of industry trends.
- Measure compliance with the business and Enterprise Data Management policy and standards.
- Work with the business to identify critical data elements and capture related metadata.
- Monitor quality of data through measurement of enterprise-wide key performance/key risk indicators (KPIs/KRIs) to ensure effective data risk management.
- Facilitate remediation of data management-related issues.
- Promote usage of business and enterprise data management and business intelligence tools by relevant stakeholders.
- Analyze large data sets to derive business insights to drive tangible business value.
- Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
- Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
- Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 11 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 7 years’ professional experience
- 5 years Financial Services Experience
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong persuasion skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical ability
- Creative problem solving skills
- Strong project management leadership
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams at various levels
- Skilled proficiency in the use of spreadsheets, graphing, and presentations with a working knowledge of financial models
- Strong SQL programming knowledge
Education and Experience Preferred:
- Master’s Degree
- Minimum of 10 year’s professional experience
- Corporate Trust Experience
- Knowledge of data management practices and/or Bank products, systems and workflows
- Knowledge of process improvement methodology and business process management techniques
- Proficient in pertinent project and presentation software
- Advanced SQL programming knowledge
- Experience with Alteryx
- AI Experience and its use in Data
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $123,600.00 - $206,000.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Location
Amherst, New York, United States of America
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Consultant
Target consulting firms with established visa programs
Large consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and McKinsey sponsor hundreds of work visas annually. They have in-house immigration teams, streamlined LCA filing processes, and budgets that absorb sponsorship costs without hesitation.
Align your degree to the specific role requirements
Data Consultant roles typically require a degree in statistics, computer science, economics, or a related quantitative field. A mismatch between your degree and the job description is one of the most common reasons USCIS denies H-1B petitions for this title.
Frame your experience around measurable business outcomes
Employers sponsoring visas want evidence you solve real problems. Quantify your impact: models you built, revenue influenced, cost saved. Concrete outcomes make your petition stronger and your candidacy more compelling to hiring managers.
Confirm specialty occupation language in the job description
Before applying, check that the posting requires a specific bachelor's degree field, not just any degree. Vague requirements like 'bachelor's preferred' weaken the specialty occupation argument and can cause issues during USCIS adjudication.
Ask about sponsorship early, not after an offer
Raising visa sponsorship after receiving an offer wastes everyone's time if the employer doesn't support it. Ask during the first recruiter screen whether the role is open to candidates requiring H-1B or E-3 sponsorship. Most sponsors expect the question.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts a Data Consultant role will sponsor visas. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with documented sponsorship history, so you spend time applying to positions where sponsorship is already on the table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Data Consultant positions that require degrees in statistics, computer science, economics, or data science generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles with vague degree requirements or generalist descriptions face a higher risk of a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor the most Data Consultant visas?
Financial services, management consulting, and technology account for the largest share of H-1B visa filings for Data Consultant and related titles. Firms including Deloitte, PwC, Capgemini, and JPMorgan Chase appear consistently in DOL LCA disclosure data for this role. Healthcare and retail analytics teams also sponsor, though at lower volumes. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to see which companies are actively hiring.
Can I get an H-1B as a Data Consultant if my degree is in a related but not exact field?
Yes, but the connection needs to be defensible. USCIS accepts degrees in fields that are directly related to the duties performed. A degree in mathematics, economics, or information systems supporting a data-heavy consulting role is typically accepted. A degree in an unrelated field requires a stronger explanation of how your coursework prepares you for the specific role, often supported by a detailed employer letter.
What is the H-1B approval rate for Data Consultant roles?
USCIS does not publish approval rates broken down by job title, but management analysts and data science roles have historically seen approval rates above 85% when petitions are properly documented. The most common denial reason for this title is failure to establish specialty occupation, usually because the job description was too broad. A well-drafted support letter from the employer specifying degree requirements significantly improves outcomes.
Are Australian nationals on an E-3 visa competitive for Data Consultant roles?
Strongly. The E-3 visa has no lottery, unlimited two-year renewals, and 10,500 annual slots that have never been fully used. For employers, E-3 sponsorship is faster and involves less uncertainty than the H-1B process. Australian nationals with quantitative degrees and consulting or analytics experience are well-positioned. The specialty occupation requirements are the same as H-1B, so degree alignment still matters.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data 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.