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Relationship Officer roles qualify for H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Employers in banking and financial services have an active history of filing Labor Condition Applications for this occupation, making sponsored hiring more common than many candidates expect.
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Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company with over $34 billion in assets and the parent company of Banc of California. Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks, providing banking and treasury management services to small, middle market, and venture backed businesses. As the largest independent bank headquartered in California, the bank offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services through a network of full-service branches and regional offices, as well as through digital and nationwide capabilities. The bank also provides full-service payment processing solutions to its clients and serves the Community Association Management industry nationwide through its technology forward platform, SmartStreet™. Banc of California is committed to supporting its local communities through the Banc of California Charitable Foundation and by partnering with organizations that promote financial literacy, job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more.
At Banc of California, our success is powered by our people and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful results. We foster an environment where entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged, and accountability and operational excellence are expected. Our team members are empowered to take ownership, make informed decisions, and make a meaningful impact as the bank continues to grow and evolve. We are dedicated to supporting your growth and wellbeing through comprehensive benefits, robust development opportunities, and inclusive programs that enable you to perform at your best. Together we win!
THE OPPORTUNITY
Customer Relationship Officers are primarily responsible for processing transactions accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Customer Relationship Officers create a positive team environment in Branch Banking by modeling excellent customer service, and support Tellers by using policy and procedure knowledge to handle transactions and issues. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the Company operates.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide support to the Branch Operations Manager with Teller support relative to losses, differences and mitigating risk.
- Approve customer and Bank transactions within established limits, including Cashier’s Checks, wire transfers and deposit processing.
- Have a thorough knowledge of banking policies and procedures and ensure they are applied appropriately to their daily tasks.
- Assist and contribute positively to branch’s audit and certification results.
- Ensure Branch security including the security and accountability of all cash and negotiable items. Maintain appropriate branch and ATM cash limits.
- Respond to emails, calls and other requests from back-office Operations and other business units.
- Identify customer needs and refer financial products and services.
- Follow all established policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Minimum two years of recent experience in branch operations required.
- Basic understanding of Treasury Management including wire procedures and policies is required.
- Solid understanding of all key branch systems; basic end-user knowledge of Word and Excel is required.
- Detailed and accurate with ability to organize and prioritize; resourceful and reliable; solutions-oriented; ability to understand when and to whom to escalate is required.
- Ability to take on some operational responsibility.
- Ability to model client service and ability to service client needs to completion.
- Responsive; establishes and maintains relationships internally and externally by understanding needs; can resolve many different issues and de-escalate situations, while knowing who to bring in when needed; can guide and support tellers in client resolution questions is required.
- Engages others in a friendly, reliable, and credible manner; ability to interact with internal partners and high-touch clients is required.
- Stays current on all products, technology, and procedures and other coming changes with ability to answer questions and acts with minimum required information.
- Takes appropriate actions under guidance to actively problem solve and follow up across multiple concurrent tasks.
- Accountable for handling appropriate level of risk and making decisions appropriate to level is required.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
HOW WE’LL SUPPORT YOU
- Financial Security: You will be eligible to participate in the company’s 401k plan which includes a company match and immediate vesting.
- Health & Well-Being: We offer comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, supplemental life, long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Building & Supporting Your Family: Banc of California partners with providers that offer adoption, surrogacy, and fertility assistance as well as paid parental leave and family support solutions including care options for your family.
- Paid Time Away: Eligible team members receive paid vacation days, holidays, and volunteer time off.
- Career Growth Opportunities: To support career growth of our team members, we offer tuition reimbursement, an annual mentorship program, leadership development resources, access to LinkedIn Learning, and more.
SALARY RANGE
The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors.
Banc of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type or protective hairstyles), religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transitioning, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, or disability (mental or physical), requests for accommodation and any additional protected categories set forth in applicable federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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.
BANC OF CALIFORNIA AND YOUR CAREER
Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company with over $34 billion in assets and the parent company of Banc of California. Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks, providing banking and treasury management services to small, middle market, and venture backed businesses. As the largest independent bank headquartered in California, the bank offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services through a network of full-service branches and regional offices, as well as through digital and nationwide capabilities. The bank also provides full-service payment processing solutions to its clients and serves the Community Association Management industry nationwide through its technology forward platform, SmartStreet™. Banc of California is committed to supporting its local communities through the Banc of California Charitable Foundation and by partnering with organizations that promote financial literacy, job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more.
At Banc of California, our success is powered by our people and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful results. We foster an environment where entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged, and accountability and operational excellence are expected. Our team members are empowered to take ownership, make informed decisions, and make a meaningful impact as the bank continues to grow and evolve. We are dedicated to supporting your growth and wellbeing through comprehensive benefits, robust development opportunities, and inclusive programs that enable you to perform at your best. Together we win!
THE OPPORTUNITY
Customer Relationship Officers are primarily responsible for processing transactions accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Customer Relationship Officers create a positive team environment in Branch Banking by modeling excellent customer service, and support Tellers by using policy and procedure knowledge to handle transactions and issues. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the Company operates.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide support to the Branch Operations Manager with Teller support relative to losses, differences and mitigating risk.
- Approve customer and Bank transactions within established limits, including Cashier’s Checks, wire transfers and deposit processing.
- Have a thorough knowledge of banking policies and procedures and ensure they are applied appropriately to their daily tasks.
- Assist and contribute positively to branch’s audit and certification results.
- Ensure Branch security including the security and accountability of all cash and negotiable items. Maintain appropriate branch and ATM cash limits.
- Respond to emails, calls and other requests from back-office Operations and other business units.
- Identify customer needs and refer financial products and services.
- Follow all established policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Minimum two years of recent experience in branch operations required.
- Basic understanding of Treasury Management including wire procedures and policies is required.
- Solid understanding of all key branch systems; basic end-user knowledge of Word and Excel is required.
- Detailed and accurate with ability to organize and prioritize; resourceful and reliable; solutions-oriented; ability to understand when and to whom to escalate is required.
- Ability to take on some operational responsibility.
- Ability to model client service and ability to service client needs to completion.
- Responsive; establishes and maintains relationships internally and externally by understanding needs; can resolve many different issues and de-escalate situations, while knowing who to bring in when needed; can guide and support tellers in client resolution questions is required.
- Engages others in a friendly, reliable, and credible manner; ability to interact with internal partners and high-touch clients is required.
- Stays current on all products, technology, and procedures and other coming changes with ability to answer questions and acts with minimum required information.
- Takes appropriate actions under guidance to actively problem solve and follow up across multiple concurrent tasks.
- Accountable for handling appropriate level of risk and making decisions appropriate to level is required.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
HOW WE’LL SUPPORT YOU
- Financial Security: You will be eligible to participate in the company’s 401k plan which includes a company match and immediate vesting.
- Health & Well-Being: We offer comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, supplemental life, long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Building & Supporting Your Family: Banc of California partners with providers that offer adoption, surrogacy, and fertility assistance as well as paid parental leave and family support solutions including care options for your family.
- Paid Time Away: Eligible team members receive paid vacation days, holidays, and volunteer time off.
- Career Growth Opportunities: To support career growth of our team members, we offer tuition reimbursement, an annual mentorship program, leadership development resources, access to LinkedIn Learning, and more.
SALARY RANGE
The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors.
Banc of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type or protective hairstyles), religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transitioning, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, or disability (mental or physical), requests for accommodation and any additional protected categories set forth in applicable federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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 Relationship Officer Jobs
Frame your degree as field-specific
H-1B sponsorship for Relationship Officers depends on proving specialty occupation. A degree in finance, economics, or business administration maps directly to the role. A general studies degree, even from a strong school, creates RFE risk.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for relationship management roles in your target city before any offer conversation.
Target banks with PERM labor certification history
Regional and national banks that sponsor green cards through PERM have already built internal immigration infrastructure. These employers are more likely to extend H-1B sponsorship and understand the multi-year commitment the process requires for Relationship Officers.
Find verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to browse Relationship Officer roles at employers with confirmed LCA filing history. The platform shows which companies have sponsored this occupation, so you spend time on applications that can actually lead to visa support.
Clarify CFA or licensing status early in interviews
Some Relationship Officer roles require FINRA licensing or a CFA designation. If your credentials were earned outside the U.S., ask the hiring manager early whether they'll sponsor credential verification alongside your visa petition to avoid a last-minute offer withdrawal.
Understand the H-1B cap timeline before accepting offers
H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, and the rules have changed recently. If you're not already in H-1B status, an October 1 start date may be the earliest possible. Confirm this timeline with your employer before you resign from a current role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Relationship Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS looks for roles that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Relationship Officer positions at banks and financial institutions typically require a degree in finance, business, or economics, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field can draw RFEs, so the job description wording matters significantly.
Which visas support Relationship Officer sponsorship beyond H-1B?
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN visa status under the USMCA if the role fits a qualifying profession such as economist or financial analyst, though the job title must map clearly to the USMCA list. Australian nationals may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has its own annual allocation and no lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are also available for Relationship Officers once an employer is willing to file PERM labor certification.
What degree do I need for a sponsored Relationship Officer role?
A bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics, or accounting is the standard requirement. Some employers also accept degrees in related quantitative fields. What matters for visa purposes is the direct relationship between your degree field and the duties of the role, not just the degree level. O*NET classifies this occupation as requiring substantial preparation and knowledge in business or financial disciplines.
How do I find Relationship Officer jobs where employers will sponsor my visa?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Relationship Officer openings at employers with verified LCA sponsorship history. The platform shows which companies have actively filed for this type of role, so you can focus your applications on employers who already understand the sponsorship process rather than companies that may decline once they learn you need a visa.
Can I switch Relationship Officer employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, once your new employer files a petition on your behalf, you can begin working for them without waiting for USCIS approval, provided you're maintaining valid H-1B status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition and certify a new LCA at the prevailing wage for your new work location, since wages can differ significantly between cities.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Relationship Officer 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.