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Portfolio manager roles qualify for H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a finance, economics, or business degree. Employers in asset management, hedge funds, and wealth management regularly file LCAs through DOL, making this one of the more sponsorship-active fields in financial services. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Los Angeles, CA | On-Site role
Position Summary:
This position will be responsible for servicing Westlake Flooring Dealerships. They will be responsible for ensuring that the dealers receive an excellent customer service or help with their questions or concerns. This individual will interact with dealers and other departments within the company to provide information in response to inquiries about accounts or services. This individual should have the ability to deal patiently with problems and complaints and to remain courteous when faced with difficult or irate dealers. He/she needs to be able to work independently within specified time constraints.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Handle high volume of inbound/outbound calls.
- Provide dealers with accurate account information in a fast pace environment.
- Act as the point of contact for the dealer to answer dealer’s questions.
- Identify, research, and resolve dealer’s issues through the database.
- Take payments, make suitable arrangements and offer options.
- Promptly recognize, document, and alert immediate supervisor of any out of the ordinary dealer situations.
- Perform welcome calls for new dealers.
- Request titles to be released to the dealer on behalf of the dealer.
- Follow up on title requests on behalf of the dealer.
- Train dealers to use Westlake systems.
- Be familiar with the FDCPA laws and requirements.
- Collections
- Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & LICENSES:
- Good communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
- Basic to intermediate computer knowledge.
- Type a minimum of 25 WPM, spelling and writing skills are necessary.
- Ability to work under time constraints and daily deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills and team work awareness.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- 4 Year College Degree or higher.
- Customer Service and Call Center experience is a plus.
MACHINES, OFFICE EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE:
- Dialer or other phone systems
- Servicing systems
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- QWERTY keyboard skills and 10 key calculator.
PAY RATE:
- $18.47 per hour plus potential bonus of up to $1,000 monthly depending on performance.
- The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.
-
- bonus is not guaranteed and is subject to change.
FULL TIME BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
- Wellness Programs
- Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
- Career Path Opportunities
- Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
- Annual Flu Shot
- Paid Vacations Days
- Paid Sick days
- Paid holidays
- HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
- Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
- UKG Wallet
About us
People. Purpose. Passion.
These are the hallmarks of Westlake Financial Services, and have been since our inception in 1988. Westlake specializes in prime to sub-prime automotive financing, helping car dealerships do what they do best: sell cars. Our unique credit approval software (known as "The Buy Program ©") allows dealers to get an on-the-spot loan approval without waiting for callbacks, fax-backs, or rehashes.
Westlake Financial Services is an Internet based, privately held finance company that specializes in the acquisition and servicing of sub-prime and non-prime automotive retail installment contracts. Headquartered in Southern California, Westlake originates indirect retail installment contracts through a network of 21,000 new and used car dealers throughout the United States. All collections and servicing are performed in-house from its central facility located in the Mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles.
Westlake's success didn't just happen overnight. It took years of hard work, cultivation and intuition to get to where we are today. Not content to rest on our laurels, Westlake continues to build and refine, always keeping our dealers and customers in mind.
CONTACT US
https://careers.westlakefinancial.com/
ZR
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Dealer Manager
Los Angeles, CA | On-Site role
Position Summary:
This position will be responsible for servicing Westlake Flooring Dealerships. They will be responsible for ensuring that the dealers receive an excellent customer service or help with their questions or concerns. This individual will interact with dealers and other departments within the company to provide information in response to inquiries about accounts or services. This individual should have the ability to deal patiently with problems and complaints and to remain courteous when faced with difficult or irate dealers. He/she needs to be able to work independently within specified time constraints.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Handle high volume of inbound/outbound calls.
- Provide dealers with accurate account information in a fast pace environment.
- Act as the point of contact for the dealer to answer dealer’s questions.
- Identify, research, and resolve dealer’s issues through the database.
- Take payments, make suitable arrangements and offer options.
- Promptly recognize, document, and alert immediate supervisor of any out of the ordinary dealer situations.
- Perform welcome calls for new dealers.
- Request titles to be released to the dealer on behalf of the dealer.
- Follow up on title requests on behalf of the dealer.
- Train dealers to use Westlake systems.
- Be familiar with the FDCPA laws and requirements.
- Collections
- Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & LICENSES:
- Good communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
- Basic to intermediate computer knowledge.
- Type a minimum of 25 WPM, spelling and writing skills are necessary.
- Ability to work under time constraints and daily deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills and team work awareness.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- 4 Year College Degree or higher.
- Customer Service and Call Center experience is a plus.
MACHINES, OFFICE EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE:
- Dialer or other phone systems
- Servicing systems
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- QWERTY keyboard skills and 10 key calculator.
PAY RATE:
- $18.47 per hour plus potential bonus of up to $1,000 monthly depending on performance.
- The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.
-
- bonus is not guaranteed and is subject to change.
FULL TIME BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
- Wellness Programs
- Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
- Career Path Opportunities
- Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
- Annual Flu Shot
- Paid Vacations Days
- Paid Sick days
- Paid holidays
- HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
- Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
- UKG Wallet
About us
People. Purpose. Passion.
These are the hallmarks of Westlake Financial Services, and have been since our inception in 1988. Westlake specializes in prime to sub-prime automotive financing, helping car dealerships do what they do best: sell cars. Our unique credit approval software (known as "The Buy Program ©") allows dealers to get an on-the-spot loan approval without waiting for callbacks, fax-backs, or rehashes.
Westlake Financial Services is an Internet based, privately held finance company that specializes in the acquisition and servicing of sub-prime and non-prime automotive retail installment contracts. Headquartered in Southern California, Westlake originates indirect retail installment contracts through a network of 21,000 new and used car dealers throughout the United States. All collections and servicing are performed in-house from its central facility located in the Mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles.
Westlake's success didn't just happen overnight. It took years of hard work, cultivation and intuition to get to where we are today. Not content to rest on our laurels, Westlake continues to build and refine, always keeping our dealers and customers in mind.
CONTACT US
https://careers.westlakefinancial.com/
ZR
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Portfolio Manager
Frame your CFA or CAIA credential strategically
USCIS adjudicators look for evidence a role requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Your CFA charterholder status or CAIA designation reinforces the specialty occupation argument and strengthens your employer's H-1B or E-3 petition directly.
Target firms with dedicated compliance infrastructure
Registered investment advisers filing with the SEC and CFTC-regulated commodity pool operators already maintain legal and compliance teams familiar with LCA filings. These employers move faster through the sponsorship process than boutique shops handling it for the first time.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find asset managers and wealth management firms with confirmed LCA filing history for portfolio management roles, searchable by city so you can target offices where you'd actually relocate or already live.
Verify prevailing wage tier before your offer
Portfolio manager roles span DOL wage levels I through IV depending on assets under management and strategy complexity. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target city before negotiations so you know which level your offer must meet to clear LCA certification.
Clarify your degree field in writing before filing
If your degree is in applied mathematics, statistics, or engineering rather than finance, ask your employer to document in the job description that quantitative analysis is a core duty. This reduces the risk of an H-1B RFE challenging the degree-to-role connection.
Confirm PERM timing if you want permanent residence
Many asset management firms sponsor green cards for portfolio managers through EB-2 or EB-3, but PERM labor certification takes time. Ask during the offer stage whether the firm has a policy on green card sponsorship and at what employment milestone they typically begin the PERM process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a portfolio manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
Yes. Portfolio manager positions require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard. Roles that also require CFA charterholder status or significant derivatives experience tend to have stronger petitions because the specialized knowledge requirement is easier to document.
Which visa types can portfolio managers use for U.S. sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path and requires an annual cap and selection process. Australian citizens can use the E-3, which has a separate cap and no lottery. Chilean and Singaporean nationals may qualify for the H-1B1 visa. TN visa is not available for portfolio managers, as that occupation is not on the USMCA profession list.
How do I find asset management firms that actively sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for portfolio management roles, so you can see which firms have actually sponsored before rather than guessing from job postings. Filtering by city lets you focus on offices where you're willing to relocate.
What degree does a portfolio manager need for visa sponsorship?
USCIS expects a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, most commonly finance, economics, business administration, or applied mathematics. A general business degree may draw an RFE if the job description emphasizes quantitative modeling or derivatives strategy. A master's in finance or an MBA with a finance concentration strengthens the specialty occupation argument and may also qualify for the H-1B advanced degree cap.
Can a portfolio manager switch employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start with a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition with USCIS. This applies whether you're moving between asset managers, from a bank to a hedge fund, or any other employer change while in valid H-1B status.
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.