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OUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities for this role are below; you may support projects of varying complexity based on skill and organizational priorities.
Responsible for growing andretainingrelationships with targeted client group by coordinating all aspects of the client relationshipthrough thedelivery of value-added financial solutions (ranging from traditional to customized products) to existing and prospective clients that will help them to enhance their business.
Develops business developmentstrategyto generate new business.
Provides leadership and direction to other credit staff and fostersstrong communicationbetween customers and internal staff from application through closing.
Coordinates all client-facing activities related to their clients, including credit support and other productarea(e.g., Treasury Management) partners.
Responsible for the review and underwriting of credit requests and insuringappropriateness and satisfaction level of existing services provided.
Responsible for developing revenue growth through generation of loans, deposits, feeincomeand cross selling all applicable bank services to existing customer base, and toidentifyandsolicitbank services to non-customers.
Develops profitable new credit and non-credit new business within assigned territory.
Develops intimate knowledge of all customers and prospect opportunities.
Prepares and presents credit proposals for existing and new customers.
Ensures that proposals are complete,viableand that sources of repayment are sound and well documented.
Responsible for relationship review and overall relationship profitability.
Works with Portfolio Manager, Credit Analysts, and other members of the Credit Department to underwrite credit requests.
Ensuresproper reporting, documentation, and review todeterminethat a loan is an acceptable risk.
Monitors, on an ongoing basis, information concerning customer performance, abilities, and industry todeterminethat loan is an acceptable risk.
Attends community and/or industry-specific forums,conferencesand/or meetingstobroaden relationshipnetworkand continually deepen knowledge of trends and practices.
Provides support to the Capital Markets businesses by assessing whether securities products and capital markets services would beappropriate fora particularclient andworking with the Capital Markets teams to provide those products and services to clients.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degreerequired, graduate degree preferred.
8– 10+ years of experience in Banking, Venture Capital Investing, Investment Banking, M&A or Capital Markets.
Minimum of 3 years of experience at the Director level.
Strong corporate finance and credit skills
Proventrack recordof success in working as a part of a team to originate, and close complex financial transactions.
Proven ability to pitch, win andexecute oncorporate finance ideas.
Leadership experience and history of involvement in key decisions around a growing financial services business.
Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written
Strong relationship building skills
The ability to interact effectively with senior executives inside and outside our organizationExpertisein one or more business sectors is a plus.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Qualified candidates will bring professionalproficiency,generallyacquiredthrough8+years of relevant work or internship experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Proventrack recordof success in leading teams to structure, negotiate and execute complex transactions.
Visibilityto leadership as mentor intraining,retentionand development of talent.
High attention to detail and commitment to deliver high quality work product consistently.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage a team.
Strong collaboration,communicationand leadership skills.
Ability to obtain andmaintainrequired securities licensesin accordance withcompany policy.
SKILLS FOR SUCCESS:
Successful candidates willdemonstratea higher degree ofproficiency(typically from8+years of practical experience or advanced academic exposure) across the following areas:
Client Advisory & Relationship Management– Ability to lead strategic conversations, build trust, and deliver tailored solutions that deepen client relationships.
Origination & Commercial Impact– Skilled in identifyingopportunities, developing pitches, and converting ideas into revenue-generating engagements.
Team Leadership & Development– Proven ability to mentor, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
Market Insight & Thought Leadership– Ability to translate market trends into strategic content and client engagement strategies.
DOING THE RIGHT THING:Our employees take pride in doing the right thing for customers and colleagues as well as being accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and following policies and procedures that protect all our valuable assets —including you.
Innovation Banking Executive DirectorTotal Base Pay Range 121,900.00 - 262,100.00 USD Annual
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. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
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 -- New York, New York 10169
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.
At Fifth Third Bank, everything we do is rooted in our purpose: to improve the lives of our customers and the well-being of our communities. Since our founding in 1858, we’ve been committed to creating a better financial experience by empowering our customers and clients to achieve what matters most.
Our unified strength is grounded in the individual passion and diversity of more than 20,000 employees who work collaboratively to deliver a better tomorrow to everyone we serve. We offer a strong culture, opportunities for growth 401k match, wellness options, comprehensive insurance plans and additional resources you need to build a lasting and rewarding career path here.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we are among the largest money managers in the Midwest.
We operate four main businesses—Commercial Banking, Branch Banking, Consumer Lending, and Wealth & Asset Management—and a network of financial centers in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Florida, Tennessee, West Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Consumers also have access to approximately 54,000 Fifth Third fee-free ATMs across the United States.
Fifth Third Bancorp is a diversified financial services company and is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank, National Association, a federally chartered institution.
Explore Fifth Third career opportunities at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers.html
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