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Portfolio managers can secure H-1B visa, E-3 visa, and O-1 visa sponsorship from investment banks, asset management firms, and hedge funds. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring finance, economics, or mathematics degrees. Large financial institutions like BlackRock, Vanguard, and Goldman Sachs regularly sponsor portfolio managers for work visas. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 64225
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Remote
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About Kerry Therapeutics
As a part of Kerry’s Global Health & Therapeutics Group, Kerry Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical-focused business, delivering critical raw materials enabling our customers to develop and produce life-saving therapeutics in Small Molecule, Biologics, Vaccines and Advanced Therapies & Medicine Products (ATMP).
What will you do?
As a Global Therapeutics Portfolio Manager, you will lead and own the Biopharma portfolio strategy setting short and long-term initiatives for the existing product portfolio and innovation roadmap in line with our core vertical markets we serve within the Biopharmaceutical space, including Advanced Therapies & Medicinal Products (Cell & Gene Therapy), Vaccines and Biologics.
You will be a key member and leader of the Biopharma “Pod” collaborating with “Pod” team members from Marketing and RD&A. With your leadership in innovation and expertise in product management, you will ensure successful development and commercialization of innovative new products along with the management of existing product offerings.
There will also be close collaboration with commercial sales and business development teams so you can establish a deep understanding of customer pain points, addressable markets, competition and other key considerations.
You will also act as a liaison between commercial teams and the technology (operations) as a customer advocate.
Finally, this role will require you to have a deep understanding of Kerry technologies and capabilities, being able to successfully navigate a complex matrixed environment so you can leverage relationships and maximize Kerry’s serviceability in new or underpenetrated markets.
What will you need to be successful?
* Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science discipline (highly preferred), Business, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in product management, innovation management, marketing, commercial sales or business development in the biopharmaceutical market.
* Proven track record of leading complex projects, products and portfolios with cross-functional teams.
* Proven success in product lifecycle management, from concept through commercialization.
* Strong business acumen and ability to develop compelling business cases and financial models.
* Strong communication and presentation abilities across all organizational levels.
* Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
* Customer-centric mindset with deep understanding of market dynamics.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
* Up to 30% of travel required, including international.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $102,400 - $190,200 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and location. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 05/31/2026.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI
Requisition ID: 64225
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Remote
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About Kerry Therapeutics
As a part of Kerry’s Global Health & Therapeutics Group, Kerry Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical-focused business, delivering critical raw materials enabling our customers to develop and produce life-saving therapeutics in Small Molecule, Biologics, Vaccines and Advanced Therapies & Medicine Products (ATMP).
What will you do?
As a Global Therapeutics Portfolio Manager, you will lead and own the Biopharma portfolio strategy setting short and long-term initiatives for the existing product portfolio and innovation roadmap in line with our core vertical markets we serve within the Biopharmaceutical space, including Advanced Therapies & Medicinal Products (Cell & Gene Therapy), Vaccines and Biologics.
You will be a key member and leader of the Biopharma “Pod” collaborating with “Pod” team members from Marketing and RD&A. With your leadership in innovation and expertise in product management, you will ensure successful development and commercialization of innovative new products along with the management of existing product offerings.
There will also be close collaboration with commercial sales and business development teams so you can establish a deep understanding of customer pain points, addressable markets, competition and other key considerations.
You will also act as a liaison between commercial teams and the technology (operations) as a customer advocate.
Finally, this role will require you to have a deep understanding of Kerry technologies and capabilities, being able to successfully navigate a complex matrixed environment so you can leverage relationships and maximize Kerry’s serviceability in new or underpenetrated markets.
What will you need to be successful?
* Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science discipline (highly preferred), Business, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in product management, innovation management, marketing, commercial sales or business development in the biopharmaceutical market.
* Proven track record of leading complex projects, products and portfolios with cross-functional teams.
* Proven success in product lifecycle management, from concept through commercialization.
* Strong business acumen and ability to develop compelling business cases and financial models.
* Strong communication and presentation abilities across all organizational levels.
* Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
* Customer-centric mindset with deep understanding of market dynamics.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
* Up to 30% of travel required, including international.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $102,400 - $190,200 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and location. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 05/31/2026.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
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Posting Type: DNI
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Portfolio Manager
Target institutional asset managers over boutique firms
Large asset management companies like Fidelity, State Street, and Charles Schwab have established immigration departments and sponsor hundreds of finance professionals annually through their legal teams.
Emphasize quantitative skills and specialized knowledge
Highlight expertise in risk modeling, derivatives pricing, or emerging markets. Portfolio management requires specialized financial knowledge that supports H-1B specialty occupation requirements for USCIS approval.
Apply during Q4 for optimal H-1B timing
Many investment firms hire portfolio managers for January start dates. Applying in October-December aligns with H-1B cap registration in March, giving employers time to prepare.
Consider investment consulting firms as alternative sponsors
Companies like Cambridge Associates, Wilshire, and Mercer sponsor portfolio managers for client advisory roles. These firms often have less competition than traditional asset managers.
Network through CFA Institute and industry conferences
Portfolio management roles are relationship-driven. Attend CFA events, Morningstar conferences, and institutional investor meetings where hiring managers actively recruit for specialized positions requiring visa sponsorship.
Prepare for enhanced due diligence requirements
Financial services employers conduct thorough background checks for portfolio managers. Ensure all visa applications, employment history, and educational credentials are completely accurate before submitting sponsorship paperwork.
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Find Portfolio Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do portfolio managers qualify for H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
Yes, portfolio management qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related field. The role involves complex financial analysis, risk assessment, and investment strategy development that requires specialized knowledge. USCIS recognizes portfolio management as requiring theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge.
Which visa types work best for portfolio manager positions?
H-1B is most common for portfolio managers, with strong specialty occupation support. E-3 works for Australians, while O-1 applies to portfolio managers with extraordinary ability in finance. L-1 is possible for intracompany transfers from foreign offices of global asset management firms like UBS or Credit Suisse.
Can I get sponsored without a finance degree?
Yes, but it's challenging. Mathematics, economics, statistics, or engineering degrees can qualify if the role emphasizes quantitative analysis. The employer must demonstrate how your degree relates to portfolio management duties. Three years of progressive financial experience can substitute for one year of education under certain circumstances.
Do investment firms typically sponsor entry-level portfolio managers?
Large asset managers like BlackRock, Vanguard, and Fidelity sponsor entry-level analysts who advance to portfolio manager roles. Boutique firms rarely sponsor junior positions. Most sponsored portfolio managers have 3-5 years of investment experience, making the specialty occupation requirement easier to support.
How do FINRA licensing requirements affect visa applications?
FINRA licenses like Series 7 and 66 strengthen H-1B applications by demonstrating specialized knowledge requirements. However, you don't need licenses before visa approval. Most employers help international hires obtain required licenses after starting work, as FINRA allows reasonable time for license completion.
How to find Portfolio Manager jobs with visa sponsorship?
Search for Portfolio Manager positions on Migrate Mate, which specializes in visa sponsorship opportunities. Focus on investment firms, asset management companies, and financial institutions that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, or EB-2 visas for finance professionals. Filter by companies with established sponsorship histories and target roles requiring investment analysis, risk management, or client portfolio oversight experience.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Portfolio 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.
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