Retail Banker Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Retail banker roles at U.S. banks and credit unions can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring, and candidates with strong commercial banking credentials are well positioned to secure offers.
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
Selected candidates are intended to become a Retail Personal Banker I after completing a 4-8 week onboarding and education program that includes rotations in operations and Sales & Service. There will be a certification at the conclusion of the program to provide selected candidates the opportunity to demonstrate skills necessary to successfully perform a role within the Retail Personal Banker job family. The Personal Banker I is a Financial Center position focused on using the consultative sales process to proactively identify and meet the financial needs of customers or prospects. The Personal Banker I maintains focus on acquiring new households and/or deepening existing customer relationships through a variety of activities, including but not limited to lobby leadership (Financial Centers) or aisle time (Bank Marts) and tele-consulting. This role is responsible for processing teller transactions as well as working as a member of the platform staff.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Use the consultative sales process and Financial Needs Assessment to build a thorough customer profile and identify current and future financial needs.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Retail consumer and small business products/services and recommend appropriate solutions using our value proposition.
- Utilize CAMP and other approved Marketing tools to proactively reach out to customers and set appointments for periodic financial reviews.
- Primarily focused on cross-selling to existing customer base and engaging in outside sales activities (i.e. Membership Advantage onsite presentations, business sales calls, community financial literacy events, etc.) as directed.
- Establish close working relationships with assigned Business Partners (Mortgage, Small Business, Commercial and Investment), referring customers when appropriate to provide timely, and holistic financial solutions.
- Consistently meet/exceed customer experience and individual/team production goals and enhance year-over-year revenue growth as measured by the Financial Center P&L.
- Provide guidance to CSRs with respect to the sales and referral process.
- Promote customer satisfaction with a friendly, helpful demeanor and professionalism.
- Act with confidence by answering customer questions and owning customer issues.
- Maintain a position of trust and responsibility by keeping all business confidential.
- Follow the Bancorp Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other related policies, maintaining ethical behavior at all times.
- Adhere to established policies and procedures while opening/servicing the full range of Retail products.
- Participate in the consumer loan and bankcard process, owning sourced loans from application through closing.
- Participate in the opening/closing process of the Financial Center or Bank Mart as directed by the Financial Center Manager.
- Keep up to date on Retail procedures in place to mitigate fraudulent activity and unnecessary risk or exposure.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- College degree or work experience providing transferrable skills, or, combination of education and experience.
- Experience in the financial industry preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop comfort level with sales activities designed to acquire new consumer household and small business customers and/or cross-sell to established customers.
- Must be able to demonstrate understanding of advanced math functions that will allow for analysis of credit and financial information.
- Ability to professionally represent Fifth Third Bank in terms of appearance and verbal/written communication.
- Demonstrated ability to develop a working knowledge of Retail policies and procedures in order to utilize good judgment in making sound decisions.
- This position requires S.A.F.E. Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). The NMLS web site (mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment.
- Extending viewing of computer screens.
- This program will require the ability to travel within the affiliate for training as well as scheduling flexibility.
- Travel outside of the affiliate will be required for various classroom training sessions.
Retail Personal Banker Associate I
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Amherst, Ohio 44001
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Make banking a Fifth Third better®
We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Selected candidates are intended to become a Retail Personal Banker I after completing a 4-8 week onboarding and education program that includes rotations in operations and Sales & Service. There will be a certification at the conclusion of the program to provide selected candidates the opportunity to demonstrate skills necessary to successfully perform a role within the Retail Personal Banker job family. The Personal Banker I is a Financial Center position focused on using the consultative sales process to proactively identify and meet the financial needs of customers or prospects. The Personal Banker I maintains focus on acquiring new households and/or deepening existing customer relationships through a variety of activities, including but not limited to lobby leadership (Financial Centers) or aisle time (Bank Marts) and tele-consulting. This role is responsible for processing teller transactions as well as working as a member of the platform staff.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Use the consultative sales process and Financial Needs Assessment to build a thorough customer profile and identify current and future financial needs.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Retail consumer and small business products/services and recommend appropriate solutions using our value proposition.
- Utilize CAMP and other approved Marketing tools to proactively reach out to customers and set appointments for periodic financial reviews.
- Primarily focused on cross-selling to existing customer base and engaging in outside sales activities (i.e. Membership Advantage onsite presentations, business sales calls, community financial literacy events, etc.) as directed.
- Establish close working relationships with assigned Business Partners (Mortgage, Small Business, Commercial and Investment), referring customers when appropriate to provide timely, and holistic financial solutions.
- Consistently meet/exceed customer experience and individual/team production goals and enhance year-over-year revenue growth as measured by the Financial Center P&L.
- Provide guidance to CSRs with respect to the sales and referral process.
- Promote customer satisfaction with a friendly, helpful demeanor and professionalism.
- Act with confidence by answering customer questions and owning customer issues.
- Maintain a position of trust and responsibility by keeping all business confidential.
- Follow the Bancorp Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other related policies, maintaining ethical behavior at all times.
- Adhere to established policies and procedures while opening/servicing the full range of Retail products.
- Participate in the consumer loan and bankcard process, owning sourced loans from application through closing.
- Participate in the opening/closing process of the Financial Center or Bank Mart as directed by the Financial Center Manager.
- Keep up to date on Retail procedures in place to mitigate fraudulent activity and unnecessary risk or exposure.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- College degree or work experience providing transferrable skills, or, combination of education and experience.
- Experience in the financial industry preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop comfort level with sales activities designed to acquire new consumer household and small business customers and/or cross-sell to established customers.
- Must be able to demonstrate understanding of advanced math functions that will allow for analysis of credit and financial information.
- Ability to professionally represent Fifth Third Bank in terms of appearance and verbal/written communication.
- Demonstrated ability to develop a working knowledge of Retail policies and procedures in order to utilize good judgment in making sound decisions.
- This position requires S.A.F.E. Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). The NMLS web site (mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment.
- Extending viewing of computer screens.
- This program will require the ability to travel within the affiliate for training as well as scheduling flexibility.
- Travel outside of the affiliate will be required for various classroom training sessions.
Retail Personal Banker Associate I
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Amherst, Ohio 44001
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Retail banker roles qualify for H-1B only if the job genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or accounting. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title and confirm your degree field maps directly to it before applying.
Target banks with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for retail banking roles. This filters out companies that may like the idea of sponsorship but have never actually done it, saving you weeks of dead-end conversations.
Prioritize regional banks over national chains
Large national banks often route hiring through centralized HR systems that screen out sponsorship candidates early. Mid-size regional banks and community banks make hiring decisions locally, where branch managers have more discretion to move forward with an H-1B candidate.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks so you understand the floor and can negotiate from an informed position.
Get your credentials evaluated early
If your banking degree is from outside the U.S., have it evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluation service before you start applying. USCIS adjudicators look closely at whether a foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a directly related field.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the second interview
Retail banking hiring moves fast, and many candidates lose offers by raising visa sponsorship too late in the process. Confirm that the employer is willing to file an H-1B petition before you reach the offer stage, not after you've already accepted verbally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a retail banker role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. A retail banker role qualifies as an H-1B specialty occupation only if the employer can demonstrate it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like finance, accounting, or business. Generic teller or service-rep roles that accept any degree typically don't qualify, but relationship manager and commercial banking positions with specific educational requirements often do.
Which visa types are realistic for a retail banker seeking U.S. sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for degree-holding retail bankers. Australian nationals can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years. Chilean nationals may use the H-1B1 visa, and Singaporean nationals have the H-1B1 as well, both with dedicated annual caps that have never been exhausted. TN visa status is not available for retail banking roles, as the occupation is not on the USMCA profession list.
How do I find retail banking employers that actually sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship filing history for banking roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the process. This matters in retail banking because many branch-level postings come from HR systems that automatically filter out sponsorship requests before a hiring manager ever sees your application.
Does my employer need to file PERM for retail banker sponsorship?
PERM labor certification is required only if you're pursuing a green card through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories, not for an H-1B nonimmigrant visa. For H-1B, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS. PERM becomes relevant later if the employer agrees to sponsor your permanent residence and the role is not exempt from the labor market test.
Can a retail banker on F-1 OPT transition to H-1B with the same employer?
Yes. If you're working in a qualifying retail banking role on OPT and your employer is willing to sponsor you, they file an H-1B petition on your behalf. If you're in a STEM-designated field of study, your STEM OPT extension can bridge the gap while you wait for H-1B status to begin. The employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize STEM OPT, and your compensation must be commensurate with similarly situated U.S. workers in that role.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Retail Banker 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.