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Lead Sales Associate roles can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like marketing or business. Retailers and specialty brands with active LCA filing history sponsor international candidates, though degree-role alignment and prevailing wage compliance are the two hurdles most applicants hit first.
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Make banking a Fifth Third better®
We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Treasury Management Sales Associate Team Lead is responsible for leading a team of Treasury Management Sales Associates who provide day-to-day support to Treasury Management Officers and the broader Commercial Payments organization.
This role provides leadership and oversight of the sales support function, with a focus on building strong partnerships between TMSAs and TMOs, balancing team capacity and coverage, developing talent, driving consistent processes, and ensuring the team delivers timely, high-quality support throughout the client sales and onboarding lifecycle.
They serve as a key connection point between Sales Support and Treasury Management leadership, helping identify emerging needs, resolve escalations, improve processes, and ensure resources are aligned to business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Treasury Management Sales Associates.
- Establish clear expectations for performance, accountability, responsiveness, and partnership.
- Conduct regular one-on-ones, team meetings, coaching sessions, and development discussions.
- Build bench strength through cross-training, knowledge sharing, and development planning.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members and help accelerate their readiness to support assigned portfolios.
- Foster a collaborative, client-focused culture that encourages ownership, communication, and continuous improvement.
Sales Partnership & Support
- Ensure TMSAs provide consistent, effective support to their aligned Treasury Management Officers.
- Promote strong TMO/TMSA partnerships, including clear expectations around roles, communication, prioritization, and workload.
- Partner with Treasury Management sales leaders to understand business priorities, changing support needs, and areas requiring additional focus.
- Help resolve service, process, or partnership issues that cannot be addressed at the individual TMSA level.
- Maintain appropriate visibility into complex, urgent, or high-priority requests and assist with escalation when necessary.
Capacity & Resource Management
- Monitor team workload, capacity, and coverage to ensure resources are effectively deployed.
- Make recommendations regarding TMSA/TMO alignments based on business needs, portfolio complexity, capacity, and available resources.
- Establish appropriate backup and interim coverage when staffing changes, absences, or business needs require additional support.
- Identify capacity constraints and emerging resource needs and communicate them to leadership.
- Balance short-term business needs with sustainable workloads and longer-term staffing strategies.
Operational Excellence
- Drive consistent adoption of Treasury Management Sales Support processes, procedures, tools, and controls.
- Establish and monitor standards for quality, timeliness, documentation, and follow-through.
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce manual effort, eliminate unnecessary handoffs, and improve the TMO and TMSA experience.
- Partner with Product, Implementation, Pricing, Billing, Operations, and other teams to resolve issues and improve end-to-end processes.
- Support implementation of new processes, products, systems, and operating-model changes affecting the Sales Support organization.
- Use operational trends, workload information, and team feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
Risk & Controls
- Ensure the team operates in accordance with established policies, procedures, approval requirements, and controls.
- Reinforce appropriate escalation and approval paths for exceptions and non-standard requests.
- Partner with appropriate risk, compliance, operational, and business-control teams when issues or process gaps are identified.
- Promote clear documentation, disciplined execution, and appropriate ownership across the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 5 years experience in Treasury Management, Sales Support, Client Service, Operations, or a related field.
- Prior people leadership experience, including direct responsibility for coaching, developing, and managing employees.
- Strong understanding of Treasury Management products, sales processes, and the commercial client lifecycle.
- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, or developing employees.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing business needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships across sales, product, operations, and support organizations.
- Strong judgment and demonstrated ability to navigate complex or escalated situations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience leading teams through organizational, process, or technology change.
- Knowledge of treasury products and services, including payments, receivables, liquidity, account services, and related commercial banking solutions.
- Experience with workflow, CRM, reporting, or case-management tools used within a commercial banking environment.
- Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation or similar industry credential.
COMPENSATION
- Total Base Pay Range: 71,100.00 - 145,900.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION
Location - Dallas, Texas 75240
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
INTRODUCTION
Make banking a Fifth Third better®
We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Treasury Management Sales Associate Team Lead is responsible for leading a team of Treasury Management Sales Associates who provide day-to-day support to Treasury Management Officers and the broader Commercial Payments organization.
This role provides leadership and oversight of the sales support function, with a focus on building strong partnerships between TMSAs and TMOs, balancing team capacity and coverage, developing talent, driving consistent processes, and ensuring the team delivers timely, high-quality support throughout the client sales and onboarding lifecycle.
They serve as a key connection point between Sales Support and Treasury Management leadership, helping identify emerging needs, resolve escalations, improve processes, and ensure resources are aligned to business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Treasury Management Sales Associates.
- Establish clear expectations for performance, accountability, responsiveness, and partnership.
- Conduct regular one-on-ones, team meetings, coaching sessions, and development discussions.
- Build bench strength through cross-training, knowledge sharing, and development planning.
- Support onboarding and training of new team members and help accelerate their readiness to support assigned portfolios.
- Foster a collaborative, client-focused culture that encourages ownership, communication, and continuous improvement.
Sales Partnership & Support
- Ensure TMSAs provide consistent, effective support to their aligned Treasury Management Officers.
- Promote strong TMO/TMSA partnerships, including clear expectations around roles, communication, prioritization, and workload.
- Partner with Treasury Management sales leaders to understand business priorities, changing support needs, and areas requiring additional focus.
- Help resolve service, process, or partnership issues that cannot be addressed at the individual TMSA level.
- Maintain appropriate visibility into complex, urgent, or high-priority requests and assist with escalation when necessary.
Capacity & Resource Management
- Monitor team workload, capacity, and coverage to ensure resources are effectively deployed.
- Make recommendations regarding TMSA/TMO alignments based on business needs, portfolio complexity, capacity, and available resources.
- Establish appropriate backup and interim coverage when staffing changes, absences, or business needs require additional support.
- Identify capacity constraints and emerging resource needs and communicate them to leadership.
- Balance short-term business needs with sustainable workloads and longer-term staffing strategies.
Operational Excellence
- Drive consistent adoption of Treasury Management Sales Support processes, procedures, tools, and controls.
- Establish and monitor standards for quality, timeliness, documentation, and follow-through.
- Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce manual effort, eliminate unnecessary handoffs, and improve the TMO and TMSA experience.
- Partner with Product, Implementation, Pricing, Billing, Operations, and other teams to resolve issues and improve end-to-end processes.
- Support implementation of new processes, products, systems, and operating-model changes affecting the Sales Support organization.
- Use operational trends, workload information, and team feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
Risk & Controls
- Ensure the team operates in accordance with established policies, procedures, approval requirements, and controls.
- Reinforce appropriate escalation and approval paths for exceptions and non-standard requests.
- Partner with appropriate risk, compliance, operational, and business-control teams when issues or process gaps are identified.
- Promote clear documentation, disciplined execution, and appropriate ownership across the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 5 years experience in Treasury Management, Sales Support, Client Service, Operations, or a related field.
- Prior people leadership experience, including direct responsibility for coaching, developing, and managing employees.
- Strong understanding of Treasury Management products, sales processes, and the commercial client lifecycle.
- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, or developing employees.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing business needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships across sales, product, operations, and support organizations.
- Strong judgment and demonstrated ability to navigate complex or escalated situations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience leading teams through organizational, process, or technology change.
- Knowledge of treasury products and services, including payments, receivables, liquidity, account services, and related commercial banking solutions.
- Experience with workflow, CRM, reporting, or case-management tools used within a commercial banking environment.
- Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation or similar industry credential.
COMPENSATION
- Total Base Pay Range: 71,100.00 - 145,900.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION
Location - Dallas, Texas 75240
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Lead Sales Associate
Align your degree to the role
Lead Sales Associate sponsorship hinges on proving specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific job title and document how your marketing, business, or merchandising degree maps directly to the listed duties, not just the industry.
Target retailers with LCA filing history
Skip employers who have never filed an LCA for sales or retail management roles. Search OFLC public disclosure data filtered by occupation to find brands that have already established prevailing wage levels for Lead Sales Associate positions.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Browse Lead Sales Associate openings on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified LCA filing history by role and location. This cuts out companies that express interest in sponsorship but have never actually filed.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC Wage Search
Before accepting an offer, verify your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level. An offer below Level I or II wages will get the LCA rejected, stalling your entire sponsorship timeline.
Clarify commission structure before the LCA is filed
Many Lead Sales Associate roles include variable commission. USCIS requires the base salary alone to meet prevailing wage, so confirm with your employer that the fixed component satisfies the threshold before the LCA is submitted to DOL.
Get your I-94 and status documentation current
If you're changing visa status to H-1B from F-1 OPT, your employer files Form I-129 with USCIS. Ensure your current EAD expiration date, I-94 admission record, and any cap-gap documentation are current before the petition is submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lead Sales Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A Lead Sales Associate role at a corporate retailer that requires a business, marketing, or merchandising degree typically qualifies. A role where any bachelor's degree is accepted, or no degree at all, is harder to defend and often triggers a Request for Evidence.
Which visa types can a Lead Sales Associate use to work in the U.S. with sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if the role meets specialty occupation standards. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA if the position maps to a listed profession like Management Consultant or similar business category. Australian nationals can explore the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a separate annual cap. TN visa and E-3 both require the role to meet the same degree-relevance standard as H-1B.
How do I find Lead Sales Associate jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Lead Sales Associate openings from employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already sponsored roles in this category rather than guessing based on company size or brand name.
Will a commission-based compensation structure affect my visa sponsorship eligibility?
Yes, it can create complications. For H-1B and E-3 visa purposes, the prevailing wage requirement applies to the guaranteed base salary, not total target compensation. If your base falls below the DOL prevailing wage for your location and level, the LCA will not be certified. Always confirm the fixed base independently meets the wage threshold before the employer files.
Does the retail or specialty store industry affect how difficult it is to get sponsored as a Lead Sales Associate?
Industry affects sponsorship willingness more than legal eligibility. Many large retail chains and specialty brands have HR teams experienced with LCA filings and established relationships with immigration counsel. Smaller independent retailers often lack the infrastructure to manage the filing process. Focusing your search on employers with prior LCA activity in sales management roles significantly improves your chances of a smooth sponsorship process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Lead Sales Associate 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.