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Vice President - Private Shares Trading
William Blair Company LLC · 🇺🇸 San Francisco, California
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 13 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 3 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What William Blair Company LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Vice President” (Financial Managers) in NY: $275k–$275k, median $275k. Most were filed at wage level II (100%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($125,000) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — William Blair Company LLC
The US Department of Labor certified 13 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 3 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Solutions for Today’s Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow’s Opportunities. Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership. As a member of the private shares trading team, the Vice President will be responsible for continuously building client relationships and providing exceptional access and company-specific transactional knowledge for buyers and sellers of private company equity. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with exceptional adaptability, a steadfast commitment to client satisfaction, a penchant for thriving in fast-paced, dynamic settings, and a strong team-oriented mindset. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: • Develop and manage client relationships while assisting in the execution of private securities transactions from initial matching through confirmation and closure • Develop and strengthen relationships with hedge funds, asset managers, wealth management platforms, angel investors, HNW individuals, and other buy-side clients • Foster ongoing rapport with sellers, spanning individuals, venture capital/private equity firms, and their limited partners, through regular client engagement and meetings • Broaden William Blair’s presence within key networks, focusing on sectors with the most active private securities, notably but not limited to Technology, Financials, and Consumer, alongside engaging high-net-worth individuals, angel groups, and family offices • Streamline and scale both inbound and outbound client engagement inquiries in collaboration with the team • Leverage market knowledge and transaction experience to support clients and facilitate successful transaction execution Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree • FINRA SIE, Series 7, & 63 licenses required, or obtained within first 30 days • 3+ years of experience in a sales role in financial services with a focus in institutional sales and private shares trading • Dedication to client service excellence, prioritizing client engagement and attention to detail • Proven track record of upholding strict client confidentiality and discretion as a top priority, ensuring sensitive information remains secure and maintaining trust and integrity in all client interactions • Must be comfortable working both independently and in a team environment • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adept at quickly adjusting priorities and seamlessly transitioning between various tasks and responsibilities to meet evolving team needs • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships and contribute to transaction execution in a fast-paced environment • Strong communication, relationship management, and organizational skills This is a 100% commission W-2 role with uncapped earnings and quarterly true ups after annual draw of $125,000 is fully covered. #LI-CG1 #LI-Hybrid About Our Firm William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering our colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. Our firm has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, continuing to deepen our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with colleagues who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We empower our people to bring their best thinking so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. We invite you to learn