Regional General Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Regional General Manager roles are among the most sponsorship-friendly executive positions in the U.S., employers routinely file H-1B visa and L-1A petitions for qualified candidates. Most sponsoring companies are mid-size to large firms with dedicated HR and legal teams experienced in the process. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We help our customers understand how our platform, network, and IoT (Internet of Things) solutions will help their businesses work better, faster, and be more secure—and solve real business problems. This is where you come in. Your role will be to seek new or established businesses to join the sharing market and to bring together the right public and private organizations to partner on our IoT Share Solutions platform to build a strong ecosystem for customers—and cement our position as the market leader. Working with internal teams from sales to legal, finance and IT, you’ll anticipate critical gaps and future needs and make the right business and technology connections to offer the best integrated solutions. Ultimately, you will build innovative ways for people, businesses, and things to stay connected.
- Understanding the asset management needs of public and private organizations.
- Identifying, developing and implementing new business opportunities, solutions, and go-to-market strategies to address market needs.
- Developing strategic relationships with business partners, like OEMs, to build out our offerings and drive growth.
- Maintaining internal and external partner alignment and crafting commonalities to support platform and service integration.
- Planning and forecasting, preparing budgets, identifying metrics, and evaluating performance.
- Encouraging solutions in new business pitches and demonstrations in the marketplace to expand awareness and build momentum.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You give “business development” a whole new meaning. Market trends, lead generation, critical thinking, analytical attitude, technical savvy, customer presentations—you do it all with poise, confidence, and style. You bring the widest perspective to issues and think of aspects that others have missed. Revenue goals and business outcomes motivate you, but you’re also attuned to building close relationships with others—a combination that earns you respect and trust alike. A thirst for knowledge means that you’re a constant learner, and keeping up with everything Internet of Things is no problem. You envision the large and complex, but make it easy for others to understand.
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Experience marketing or selling complex technical solutions.
- Willingness to travel domestically.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Master’s degree. Ideally, an MBA.
- Experience with wireless industry, IoT solutions, M2M technology and OS platforms.
- Experience selling and managing large, complex engagements and projects with multiple partners. Ideally, including c-suite.
- Experience forging partner relationships and agreements.
- Executive presence and influence skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
WHERE YOU’LL BE WORKING
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $116,500.00 - $223,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $128,000.00 - $223,000.00.
INTRODUCTION
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We help our customers understand how our platform, network, and IoT (Internet of Things) solutions will help their businesses work better, faster, and be more secure—and solve real business problems. This is where you come in. Your role will be to seek new or established businesses to join the sharing market and to bring together the right public and private organizations to partner on our IoT Share Solutions platform to build a strong ecosystem for customers—and cement our position as the market leader. Working with internal teams from sales to legal, finance and IT, you’ll anticipate critical gaps and future needs and make the right business and technology connections to offer the best integrated solutions. Ultimately, you will build innovative ways for people, businesses, and things to stay connected.
- Understanding the asset management needs of public and private organizations.
- Identifying, developing and implementing new business opportunities, solutions, and go-to-market strategies to address market needs.
- Developing strategic relationships with business partners, like OEMs, to build out our offerings and drive growth.
- Maintaining internal and external partner alignment and crafting commonalities to support platform and service integration.
- Planning and forecasting, preparing budgets, identifying metrics, and evaluating performance.
- Encouraging solutions in new business pitches and demonstrations in the marketplace to expand awareness and build momentum.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You give “business development” a whole new meaning. Market trends, lead generation, critical thinking, analytical attitude, technical savvy, customer presentations—you do it all with poise, confidence, and style. You bring the widest perspective to issues and think of aspects that others have missed. Revenue goals and business outcomes motivate you, but you’re also attuned to building close relationships with others—a combination that earns you respect and trust alike. A thirst for knowledge means that you’re a constant learner, and keeping up with everything Internet of Things is no problem. You envision the large and complex, but make it easy for others to understand.
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Experience marketing or selling complex technical solutions.
- Willingness to travel domestically.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Master’s degree. Ideally, an MBA.
- Experience with wireless industry, IoT solutions, M2M technology and OS platforms.
- Experience selling and managing large, complex engagements and projects with multiple partners. Ideally, including c-suite.
- Experience forging partner relationships and agreements.
- Executive presence and influence skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
WHERE YOU’LL BE WORKING
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $116,500.00 - $223,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $128,000.00 - $223,000.00.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Regional General Manager
Target companies with existing sponsorship history
Employers who have sponsored visas before move faster and make fewer mistakes. Look for companies that have filed H-1B or L-1A petitions in recent years, they already have immigration counsel and internal processes in place.
Position your international experience as an asset
Regional GM roles often oversee multi-country operations. Framing your cross-border management experience as directly relevant to the role gives employers a business case for sponsorship beyond just filling a headcount gap.
Understand the L-1A pathway if you're transferring internally
If your current employer has U.S. operations, the L-1A intracompany transferee visa may be faster than H-1B. It requires at least one year of managerial or executive experience with the company abroad within the last three years.
Make sure your degree field aligns with the role
H-1B sponsorship for general management roles requires demonstrating specialty occupation status. A degree in business administration, management, finance, or a related field strengthens your petition considerably compared to unrelated disciplines.
Raise sponsorship after demonstrating your value
Bring up visa sponsorship after the employer has expressed genuine interest, ideally after a second or third-round interview. Raising it too early before they're invested in you as a candidate increases the chance of a quick rejection.
Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship. Focusing your search there saves time and avoids the common frustration of discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Regional General Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it requires careful framing. H-1B visa classification requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, like business administration, operations management, or finance, must be a standard requirement for the role. Broadly defined GM positions where any degree satisfies the requirement can face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description and employer documentation need to be precise.
Is the L-1A visa a better option than H-1B for Regional General Managers?
For candidates already working for a multinational employer, the L-1A is often the stronger path. It's not subject to the annual H-1B lottery, has no cap, and is specifically designed for managers and executives transferring to a U.S. office. You need at least one year of qualifying managerial experience with the same company abroad within the past three years. The trade-off is that it only applies to intracompany transfers.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Regional General Manager?
A bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance, economics, or a closely related field is the standard baseline for H-1B eligibility. Some employers also accept degrees in industry-specific disciplines, for example, a Regional GM overseeing healthcare operations may qualify with a healthcare management or public health degree. What matters is that the degree field has a logical, direct connection to the duties of the specific role.
How likely is it that employers will sponsor a Regional General Manager from outside the U.S.?
Likelihood varies significantly by industry and company size. Large corporations in retail, logistics, manufacturing, and hospitality routinely sponsor Regional GM roles because the talent pool is competitive globally. Smaller companies are less likely to sponsor due to legal costs and administrative complexity. Focusing your search on companies with established sponsorship programs, like those listed on Migrate Mate, improves your odds considerably compared to cold applications.
Can I be sponsored as a Regional General Manager if I'm currently on OPT or a student visa?
Yes, though timing matters. If you're on OPT, your employer would need to file your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and ideally before the April 1 filing window. Regional GM roles held by recent graduates are less common, so you'll need to demonstrate that your experience, including internships or prior work, genuinely supports a senior management classification. STEM OPT extension can provide additional runway if your degree qualifies.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Regional General 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.