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VP of Sales roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from enterprise tech, SaaS, and healthcare companies hiring senior revenue leaders. Most require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, and petitions typically fall under specialty occupation with strong approval rates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Requisition ID
94178
Department
Risk Management
Job Function
Risk Management
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 3 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Corporate Vice President, Head of Third Party Risk Management
Role Overview:
New York Life seeks an experienced, strategic leader to serve as Head of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM). Sitting in the Second Line of Defense, with oversight into the 1.5 Line of Defense, this role ensures an effective third-party risk management framework. The Head of TPRM will lead a team, manage key oversight programs, and chair the Third-Party Advisory Group (TPAG). This role requires a strategic mindset, expertise in regulatory compliance, risk governance, and operational resilience, along with strong influencing and relationship-building skills. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this individual will provide risk insights and drive cross-functional collaboration to strengthen third-party risk management. Additionally, they will serve on the Enterprise Resilience Leadership Team, overseeing the company’s comprehensive third-party inventory, including both traditional and non-traditional third parties. This role requires strong presentation skills and the ability to engage senior executive stakeholders across the company.
What You'll Do:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and oversee the company’s enterprise-wide Third-Party Risk Management program, ensuring alignment with corporate risk appetite and regulatory expectations.
- Governance & Oversight: Lead the governance of third-party risk, including policy development, risk framework enhancements, and oversight of third-party risk assessments.
- Committee Leadership: Serve as Chair of the Third-Party Advisory Group (TPAG), facilitating discussions, risk decisions, and strategic guidance on critical third-party relationships.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement, Information Security, Legal, Compliance, Business Continuity, and Operational Risk teams to enhance third-party risk practices and resilience.
- Regulatory & Compliance Management: Stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements related to third-party risk (NAIC, OCC, NYDFS, etc.) and ensure compliance through robust risk management practices.
- Risk Identification & Mitigation: Oversee risk assessments, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring of vendors, ensuring risks related to cybersecurity, financial stability, compliance, and operational resilience are proactively managed.
- Reporting & Metrics: Provide executive-level reporting on third-party risk posture, trends, and key risk indicators (KRIs) to senior leadership, risk committees, and the board.
- People Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing team, ensuring talent development and continuous improvement within the TPRM function.
- Crisis & Incident Response: Collaborate with Crisis Management and Business Continuity teams to ensure vendor-related disruptions are effectively managed and mitigated.
What You'll Bring:
- 10+ years of experience in Third-Party Risk Management, Operational Risk, or Vendor Management within a large financial institution, insurance company, or regulated entity.
- Strong knowledge of third-party risk frameworks, regulatory expectations (NAIC, OCC, NYDFS, FFIEC), and industry best practices (e.g., NIST, SIG, ISO 27001, SOC reports).
- Proven ability to strategically influence and develop strong relationships with senior executives, regulators, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience managing Second Line and 1.5 Line oversight functions with direct interaction with senior executives and regulatory bodies.
- Proven experience leading risk committees and/or governance forums.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
- Bachelor’s degree required; and relevant certifications (e.g., CTPRP, CISSP or similar).
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $160,000-$228,500
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners.
Job Requisition ID: 94178
Job Description
Requisition ID
94178
Department
Risk Management
Job Function
Risk Management
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 3 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Corporate Vice President, Head of Third Party Risk Management
Role Overview:
New York Life seeks an experienced, strategic leader to serve as Head of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM). Sitting in the Second Line of Defense, with oversight into the 1.5 Line of Defense, this role ensures an effective third-party risk management framework. The Head of TPRM will lead a team, manage key oversight programs, and chair the Third-Party Advisory Group (TPAG). This role requires a strategic mindset, expertise in regulatory compliance, risk governance, and operational resilience, along with strong influencing and relationship-building skills. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this individual will provide risk insights and drive cross-functional collaboration to strengthen third-party risk management. Additionally, they will serve on the Enterprise Resilience Leadership Team, overseeing the company’s comprehensive third-party inventory, including both traditional and non-traditional third parties. This role requires strong presentation skills and the ability to engage senior executive stakeholders across the company.
What You'll Do:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and oversee the company’s enterprise-wide Third-Party Risk Management program, ensuring alignment with corporate risk appetite and regulatory expectations.
- Governance & Oversight: Lead the governance of third-party risk, including policy development, risk framework enhancements, and oversight of third-party risk assessments.
- Committee Leadership: Serve as Chair of the Third-Party Advisory Group (TPAG), facilitating discussions, risk decisions, and strategic guidance on critical third-party relationships.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement, Information Security, Legal, Compliance, Business Continuity, and Operational Risk teams to enhance third-party risk practices and resilience.
- Regulatory & Compliance Management: Stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements related to third-party risk (NAIC, OCC, NYDFS, etc.) and ensure compliance through robust risk management practices.
- Risk Identification & Mitigation: Oversee risk assessments, due diligence, and ongoing monitoring of vendors, ensuring risks related to cybersecurity, financial stability, compliance, and operational resilience are proactively managed.
- Reporting & Metrics: Provide executive-level reporting on third-party risk posture, trends, and key risk indicators (KRIs) to senior leadership, risk committees, and the board.
- People Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing team, ensuring talent development and continuous improvement within the TPRM function.
- Crisis & Incident Response: Collaborate with Crisis Management and Business Continuity teams to ensure vendor-related disruptions are effectively managed and mitigated.
What You'll Bring:
- 10+ years of experience in Third-Party Risk Management, Operational Risk, or Vendor Management within a large financial institution, insurance company, or regulated entity.
- Strong knowledge of third-party risk frameworks, regulatory expectations (NAIC, OCC, NYDFS, FFIEC), and industry best practices (e.g., NIST, SIG, ISO 27001, SOC reports).
- Proven ability to strategically influence and develop strong relationships with senior executives, regulators, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience managing Second Line and 1.5 Line oversight functions with direct interaction with senior executives and regulatory bodies.
- Proven experience leading risk committees and/or governance forums.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
- Bachelor’s degree required; and relevant certifications (e.g., CTPRP, CISSP or similar).
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $160,000-$228,500
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners.
Job Requisition ID: 94178
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Target companies with established sponsorship history
Large enterprise software and SaaS companies sponsor VP of Sales roles most consistently. Firms with dedicated HR and legal teams are far more likely to absorb the cost and complexity of H-1B petitions than early-stage startups.
Emphasize revenue impact in your application materials
Consular officers and USCIS adjudicators look at whether the role genuinely requires specialized expertise. Quantified pipeline numbers, team size managed, and enterprise deal complexity strengthen the specialty occupation argument for senior sales leadership.
Clarify your degree field early in conversations with employers
VP of Sales petitions are most defensible with degrees in business administration, marketing, economics, or a directly related field. Mismatches between your degree and the role can complicate the specialty occupation determination during adjudication.
Expect premium processing to be standard at this seniority level
Most companies sponsoring VP-level hires use premium processing to lock in approval within 15 business days. At this seniority, the business cost of waiting months for standard processing typically outweighs the premium processing fee.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing an offer
Clarify upfront whether the company covers H-1B filing fees, legal costs, and renewal fees. Senior hires have more negotiating leverage than most. Getting these terms in writing before signing avoids friction when the petition is actually filed.
Document your specialized expertise thoroughly before filing
VP of Sales petitions that get scrutinized often lack evidence of specialized knowledge beyond general sales management. Industry-specific expertise, complex enterprise cycles, and technical product fluency help distinguish the role from general management positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a VP of Sales role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition needs to show the role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher, not just any degree. USCIS scrutinizes general management titles, so the job description should emphasize technical or industry-specialized knowledge. Roles tied to complex SaaS, healthcare technology, or financial services products with degree-specific requirements consistently fare better in adjudication than broadly defined sales leadership positions.
What degree fields support a VP of Sales H-1B petition most effectively?
Business administration, marketing, economics, finance, and industry-specific fields like computer science for technical sales roles are the most defensible. The key is that your degree field must logically connect to the specific role. A software engineering degree supporting a VP of Sales role at a deep-tech company can work, but the connection needs to be clearly argued in the petition.
How do I find VP of Sales roles where the employer is open to sponsorship?
Browse Migrate Mate to find VP of Sales positions from companies with verified sponsorship history. Many employers don't advertise sponsorship willingness in job postings, but their past H-1B visa filing records are publicly available and Migrate Mate surfaces roles where sponsorship is realistic rather than making you guess.
Are VP of Sales roles subject to the H-1B cap and lottery?
Most VP of Sales positions at for-profit companies are cap-subject, meaning they require going through the annual H-1B lottery. Exemptions apply if you work for a university, nonprofit research institution, or government research organization, but corporate sales leadership roles don't qualify. Cap-exempt employers exist in specific sectors, so the employer type matters as much as the job title here.
What are the realistic H-1B approval rates for VP of Sales petitions?
USCIS doesn't publish approval rates broken down by job title, but senior business and management roles with well-documented specialty occupation arguments historically see higher approval rates than borderline cases. The biggest risk factor is a job description that reads as general management rather than specialized expertise. Working with an experienced immigration attorney to craft the petition language meaningfully reduces denial risk at this level.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored VP Sales 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.