Private Equity Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

There are 193+ private equity positions currently offering visa sponsorship in the United States. The most common visa types for these roles include H-1B, Green Card, TN. Top hiring companies include SS&C Technologies, CrossCountry Consulting, & Deloitte, among others. Salaries for sponsored positions range from $147K – $208K.

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Overview

Open Jobs193+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type60% On-site
Salary Range$147K – $208K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsSS&C Technologies

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Blackstone
Global Fund Finance - Private Equity Strategies - Associate
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Blackstone
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Global Fund Finance - Private Equity Strategies - Associate
Blackstone
Miami, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Audit
Tax
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$110,000/yr - $150,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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micro1
Private Equity Financial Modeling Expert
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Added 1d ago
Private Equity Financial Modeling Expert
micro1
Remote
Finance
Accounting
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Tax
Remote (US)
5+ yrs exp.
None

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GPS Advisory
M&A / Private Equity Associate
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GPS Advisory
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M&A / Private Equity Associate
GPS Advisory
New York City Metropolitan Area
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
None

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SAP
Global Private Equity Manager
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SAP
Added 2d ago
Global Private Equity Manager
SAP
New York, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Customer Success
Consulting & Professional Services
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$137,300/yr - $294,000/yr
Hybrid
15+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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State Street
Private Equity Fund Accounting and Administration, Senior Associate
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State Street
Added 3d ago
Private Equity Fund Accounting and Administration, Senior Associate
State Street
Clifton, New Jersey
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
$58,240/yr - $92,560/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None

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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Private Equity

Break in through investment banking first

The most common path into private equity runs through a two-year investment banking analyst program at a firm that already sponsors visas. Once you have deal experience and an H-1B through your bank, lateral moves to PE firms become more straightforward since you already hold work authorization.

Target mega-funds with established sponsorship infrastructure

Firms like Blackstone, KKR, Apollo, Carlyle, and TPG have dedicated HR and legal teams experienced with immigration filings. These larger firms are more likely to have sponsored international employees before and can navigate the process efficiently.

Highlight specialized sector expertise in your applications

PE firms value deep industry knowledge in sectors like healthcare, technology, energy, or industrials. Demonstrating sector-specific deal experience or operational expertise strengthens both your candidacy and the case that you bring specialized skills to the role.

Consider PE-backed portfolio company roles as an alternative path

Operating roles at PE portfolio companies - such as VP of Finance or Director of Strategy - can offer visa sponsorship while giving you direct PE ecosystem experience. Larger portfolio companies with 500 or more employees are more likely to have sponsorship processes in place.

Use an MBA at a target school to access PE recruiting

Top MBA programs at Wharton, Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia have direct recruiting pipelines into PE associate classes. The on-campus recruiting process at these schools often includes sponsorship as a standard component of the offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do private equity firms sponsor work visas?

Some PE firms sponsor H-1B visas, particularly larger firms like KKR, Blackstone, Apollo, and Carlyle that have established immigration processes. Smaller and mid-market PE firms may be less experienced with sponsorship, so targeting firms with more than 50 employees or those with existing international staff can improve your chances.

What background do I need for a private equity visa sponsorship role?

Most PE firms hire analysts and associates from investment banking, management consulting, or top MBA programs. A strong financial modeling background, deal experience, and familiarity with LBO analysis are typically expected. These technical skills support the specialty occupation classification for H-1B purposes.

Is it harder to get visa sponsorship at a PE firm compared to investment banking?

PE firms are generally smaller than banks and may be less familiar with the H-1B process, which can create additional friction. However, senior roles and specialized positions at established firms do get sponsored, especially when the firm has in-house or retained immigration counsel.

Can I work at a PE portfolio company on a sponsored visa?

Yes, some PE-backed portfolio companies sponsor visas for operational and finance roles. However, your H-1B petition would be filed by the portfolio company as the employer, not the PE firm itself. You need to verify each company's willingness to sponsor independently.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Private Equity jobs?

When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a private equity in New York will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.

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