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Regional Sales Representatives secure visa sponsorship most often through H-1B visa or TN visas, with employers in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and enterprise software leading sponsorship volume. A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is typically required to qualify. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.
A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?
JOB SUMMARY
Our Individual Disability Insurance (IDI) team is growing! We are looking for a Regional Sales Representative to be responsible for driving increased sales, persistency, profitability and recruiting goals for assigned agencies and/or territory. You will work to achieve assigned sales goals and implement sales strategies to establish productive and long-term working relationships with Managing General Agencies (MGAs), execute on strategic plans developed under the leadership of the National Sales Director, IDI, including training and use of sales analytics, and commit to professional development plans.
- Achieve personal & regional sales objectives. Demonstrate product expertise and knowledge of competition to increase sales.
- Partner with IDI National Sales Director and IDI sales team to devise and execute customized sales and marketing strategies to grow territory sales. Use sales analytics to identify opportunities to increase sales, placement and persistency.
- Function as the primary relationship manager for MGA offices doing business with The Standard. Train distribution partners on The Standard’s products, value propositions and key target markets.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior IDI sales experience is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to work remotely is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to travel 20% annually is a requirement of the role.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI is a requirement of the role.
SKILLS AND BACKGROUND YOU’LL NEED
Education: College degree required, preferably in Business, Marketing, or Finance.
Experience: 5+ years of IDI sales experience.
- Prior Individual disability insurance (IDI) sales experience, preferably with fully underwritten products.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Excel and PowerPoint required. Must be proficient at data and technology to analyze data and identify sales trends.
- Ability to work remotely is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to travel 20% annually is a requirement of the role.
KEY BEHAVIORS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
- Driving Success. Pursues ambitious goals and shows resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks.
- Customer Focus. Understands and anticipates both internal and external customer needs and develops customer-inspired solutions that exceed their expectations.
- Winning Together. Actively engages colleagues to achieve shared outcomes by developing trust, inviting diverse perspectives and pushing to bring the best ideas forward.
LI-REMOTE
WHY JOIN THE STANDARD?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
- A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- An annual incentive bonus plan
- Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
- A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
- An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
- Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
- Performance guarantees may be applied to roles with highly incentivized compensation plans for a specified period of time to support a new hire’s transition into the sales incentive plan.
Compensation is made up of a base salary, incentives, and/or other bonuses when applicable. This is a minimum range that can be increased based on performance and sales activity.
Salary Range:
Target compensation: $150k
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
INTRODUCTION
The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.
A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?
JOB SUMMARY
Our Individual Disability Insurance (IDI) team is growing! We are looking for a Regional Sales Representative to be responsible for driving increased sales, persistency, profitability and recruiting goals for assigned agencies and/or territory. You will work to achieve assigned sales goals and implement sales strategies to establish productive and long-term working relationships with Managing General Agencies (MGAs), execute on strategic plans developed under the leadership of the National Sales Director, IDI, including training and use of sales analytics, and commit to professional development plans.
- Achieve personal & regional sales objectives. Demonstrate product expertise and knowledge of competition to increase sales.
- Partner with IDI National Sales Director and IDI sales team to devise and execute customized sales and marketing strategies to grow territory sales. Use sales analytics to identify opportunities to increase sales, placement and persistency.
- Function as the primary relationship manager for MGA offices doing business with The Standard. Train distribution partners on The Standard’s products, value propositions and key target markets.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior IDI sales experience is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to work remotely is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to travel 20% annually is a requirement of the role.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI is a requirement of the role.
SKILLS AND BACKGROUND YOU’LL NEED
Education: College degree required, preferably in Business, Marketing, or Finance.
Experience: 5+ years of IDI sales experience.
- Prior Individual disability insurance (IDI) sales experience, preferably with fully underwritten products.
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Excel and PowerPoint required. Must be proficient at data and technology to analyze data and identify sales trends.
- Ability to work remotely is a requirement of the role.
- Ability to travel 20% annually is a requirement of the role.
KEY BEHAVIORS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
- Driving Success. Pursues ambitious goals and shows resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks.
- Customer Focus. Understands and anticipates both internal and external customer needs and develops customer-inspired solutions that exceed their expectations.
- Winning Together. Actively engages colleagues to achieve shared outcomes by developing trust, inviting diverse perspectives and pushing to bring the best ideas forward.
LI-REMOTE
WHY JOIN THE STANDARD?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
- A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- An annual incentive bonus plan
- Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
- A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
- An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
- Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
- Performance guarantees may be applied to roles with highly incentivized compensation plans for a specified period of time to support a new hire’s transition into the sales incentive plan.
Compensation is made up of a base salary, incentives, and/or other bonuses when applicable. This is a minimum range that can be increased based on performance and sales activity.
Salary Range:
Target compensation: $150k
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
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Target industries with proven sponsorship track records
Pharmaceutical, medical device, and enterprise software companies sponsor Regional Sales Representatives far more consistently than retail or consumer goods firms. Focus your applications on these sectors to maximize your chances of finding a willing sponsor.
Confirm your degree meets specialty occupation standards
H-1B approval for sales roles hinges on demonstrating the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Roles tied to technical products, like medical devices or SaaS, make this argument considerably stronger than general merchandise sales.
Canadians and Mexicans should explore the TN visa
The TN visa covers Management Consultants, which some Regional Sales Representatives qualify under depending on their responsibilities. It requires no lottery, no petition approval wait, and can often be obtained at the port of entry with the right documentation.
Quantify your territory and revenue impact on your resume
Sponsoring employers need confidence you'll generate measurable returns. Listing specific territory size, quota attainment percentages, and revenue figures gives hiring managers the data they need to justify the sponsorship investment to leadership and legal teams.
Start the conversation about sponsorship after demonstrating value
Raising sponsorship in a first interview shifts focus to cost before you've shown your worth. Progress through the process, demonstrate clear fit, then address visa needs, ideally once the employer has already signaled strong interest in moving forward with you.
Browse Migrate Mate to find employers already sponsoring this role
Not every company that could sponsor will. Migrate Mate surfaces Regional Sales Representative roles from employers with active sponsorship history, saving you time you'd otherwise spend applying to companies that decline before the conversation even starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Regional Sales Representative role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends heavily on the product and employer. H-1B visa requires the role to be a specialty occupation, meaning a specific bachelor's degree is a genuine requirement. Regional Sales Representatives selling pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or complex SaaS products make a much stronger case than those in general merchandise or retail sales, where USCIS is more likely to challenge the petition.
What visa options exist beyond the H-1B for this role?
Canadian and Mexican nationals should consider the TN visa under the Management Consultant category, which bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. Australians may qualify for the E-3 visa if the role meets specialty occupation criteria. The O-1A is theoretically available for candidates with exceptional sales track records, though it's rarely pursued for this job title. Your best option depends on your nationality and the specific nature of the role.
How likely is an employer to sponsor a Regional Sales Representative on H-1B?
Sponsorship is common in pharma, biotech, and enterprise technology but uncommon in general retail or FMCG sales. The primary barrier is USCIS scrutiny around specialty occupation status, not employer reluctance per se. Companies that regularly sponsor engineers are often willing to sponsor sales roles tied to technical products because they have established immigration programs and understand the process.
Does a Regional Sales Representative need a specific degree to qualify for a work visa?
For H-1B purposes, you need a bachelor's degree or higher in a field directly related to the role. Business administration, marketing, life sciences, or engineering are typically accepted depending on the product. A general arts degree is harder to argue, though relevant experience can sometimes supplement. The closer the match between your degree and the product you're selling, the stronger your petition.
Where can I find Regional Sales Representative jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It lists Regional Sales Representative openings from employers with documented sponsorship history, so you're not guessing whether a company will consider visa support. Filtering by sponsorship-willing employers from the start saves significant time and avoids the frustration of progressing through interviews only to be declined at the offer stage.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Regional Sales Representative 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.