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Product Development Manager roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from consumer goods, tech, and manufacturing companies that need degree-qualified leaders overseeing product lifecycles. Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's in engineering, business, or a related field, with several years of cross-functional product experience. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of wealth management products and services for affluent individuals, businesses and institutions. These services include brokerage and investment advisory, financial and wealth planning, credit and lending, cash management, annuities and insurance, retirement and trust.
Position Summary
The Traditional Investments Products business is responsible for supporting more than $2 trillion in assets under management across Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), Mutual Funds, Money Market Funds, 529 Plans, and ETFs. The group is seeking a highly motivated professional to join the team as a Product Development Manager. In this role, you will be tasked with identifying opportunities to develop new products and services that are designed to enhance the product offering, improve client experience, and increase efficiency:
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
- Serve as subject matter expert in traditional investment product categories, developing a strong understanding of the competitive landscape, sales trends, product innovations and the regulatory landscape.
- Lead strategic initiatives designed to improve efficiency, enhance the Financial Advisor experience, and drive innovation ensuring Morgan Stanley maintains a leadership position.
- Partner with National Sales to provide training and drive product adoption.
- Partner with Operations, Technology and Platform teams to streamline processes, develop system enhancements, and improve the overall quality of the platform.
- Engage with asset management firms on new product development partnership opportunities.
- Partner with internal due diligence team to review, launch, and monitor products.
Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in Wealth Management, Investment Management, product development and management, consulting, or other relevant experience
- Active Series 7 and 63 required (must obtain within 6 months of start)
- CFA a plus
SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong interest is capital markets and product management/development function
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong quantitative, analytical and data analysis / modelling skills
- Excellent executive communication skills - verbal and written
- Detail oriented; strong presentation skills; ability to multitask and lead on multiple strategic projects simultaneously
- Ability to think creatively and strategically
- Motivated, action-oriented self-starter with business ownership mentality
- Strong organizational skills
- Commercially driven
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and team skills including ability to work with third party investment managers and Financial Advisors.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $57,000 and $115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.
INTRODUCTION
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management provides a range of wealth management products and services for affluent individuals, businesses and institutions. These services include brokerage and investment advisory, financial and wealth planning, credit and lending, cash management, annuities and insurance, retirement and trust.
Position Summary
The Traditional Investments Products business is responsible for supporting more than $2 trillion in assets under management across Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), Mutual Funds, Money Market Funds, 529 Plans, and ETFs. The group is seeking a highly motivated professional to join the team as a Product Development Manager. In this role, you will be tasked with identifying opportunities to develop new products and services that are designed to enhance the product offering, improve client experience, and increase efficiency:
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
- Serve as subject matter expert in traditional investment product categories, developing a strong understanding of the competitive landscape, sales trends, product innovations and the regulatory landscape.
- Lead strategic initiatives designed to improve efficiency, enhance the Financial Advisor experience, and drive innovation ensuring Morgan Stanley maintains a leadership position.
- Partner with National Sales to provide training and drive product adoption.
- Partner with Operations, Technology and Platform teams to streamline processes, develop system enhancements, and improve the overall quality of the platform.
- Engage with asset management firms on new product development partnership opportunities.
- Partner with internal due diligence team to review, launch, and monitor products.
Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in Wealth Management, Investment Management, product development and management, consulting, or other relevant experience
- Active Series 7 and 63 required (must obtain within 6 months of start)
- CFA a plus
SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong interest is capital markets and product management/development function
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong quantitative, analytical and data analysis / modelling skills
- Excellent executive communication skills - verbal and written
- Detail oriented; strong presentation skills; ability to multitask and lead on multiple strategic projects simultaneously
- Ability to think creatively and strategically
- Motivated, action-oriented self-starter with business ownership mentality
- Strong organizational skills
- Commercially driven
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and team skills including ability to work with third party investment managers and Financial Advisors.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $57,000 and $115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Product Development Manager
Target industries with high sponsorship rates
Consumer electronics, medical devices, and enterprise software consistently sponsor Product Development Managers. These industries rely on specialized talent pipelines and have established immigration programs, making visa sponsorship a routine part of their hiring process.
Align your degree to the role explicitly
H-1B specialty occupation approval depends on your degree matching the role. Engineering, product management, or business degrees strengthen your petition. If your degree is in an adjacent field, documented coursework in product development or technology reinforces the connection for USCIS reviewers.
Emphasize cross-functional leadership in your resume
Sponsoring employers need evidence that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Highlighting ownership of product roadmaps, engineering collaboration, and P&L responsibility demonstrates the complexity that distinguishes this role from general management positions in USCIS petitions.
Ask about sponsorship timelines before accepting offers
H-1B cap-subject petitions are filed once per year, with the lottery typically in March. If you're starting a new job outside cap-exempt status, confirm your employer understands the timeline and has prior sponsorship experience before committing to an offer.
Cap-exempt employers can sponsor year-round
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government-affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B cap. Product Development Manager roles at these institutions can be sponsored at any time of year, without waiting for the annual lottery window.
Document your product impact with metrics
Strong H-1B petitions include specific evidence of the role's specialized nature. Quantifying outcomes like revenue growth, product launch timelines, or cost reductions helps your employer's attorney build a compelling specialty occupation argument tied directly to your qualifications.
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Find Product Development Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can a Product Development Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the petition needs to establish that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. USCIS scrutinizes management titles closely. Strong petitions tie the job duties to specialized knowledge in engineering, product design, or a technical discipline, and show that a degree in that specific field is an industry-standard requirement for the position.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me as a Product Development Manager?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial design, business administration with a technology focus, or a closely related field. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between your degree and the role's duties. A general business degree may be sufficient if the job description emphasizes technical product development, but engineering or STEM degrees typically make for stronger H-1B petitions in this role.
How do I find Product Development Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find Product Development Manager openings where employers are actively willing to sponsor. Standard job boards don't filter reliably for sponsorship intent, so you often spend significant time applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate surfaces listings from employers with verified sponsorship history, which narrows your search to realistic opportunities.
Are Product Development Manager H-1B petitions commonly approved?
Approval rates are moderate, with the main risk factor being the specialty occupation determination rather than the lottery. USCIS has issued RFEs for management-titled roles that lack clear ties to a specialized degree. Petitions filed by experienced immigration attorneys, with detailed job duty descriptions and evidence of degree requirements across the industry, have significantly better outcomes than templated filings.
Can I switch employers as a Product Development Manager while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided your prior H-1B was properly maintained and the new petition is filed before your current status expires. The new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Product Development 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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