Corporate Banking Coverage Associate – Diversified Industries

Regions Bank•Atlanta, GA

2d•$107,525 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Corporate Banking Associate is a client coverage and execution support role within Regions’ Diversified Industries group. This role partners with senior Corporate Bankers to support relationship management, credit structuring, transaction execution, and the delivery of integrated banking solutions for public, private, and sponsor-backed companies with revenues of $500 million and above, with a strategic focus on the $500 million to $2 billion segment. This role is focused on supporting ongoing client coverage, and coordinated product delivery across lending, treasury management, capital markets, and risk management. The Diversified Industries group is an industry-agnostic, geographically segmented platform that partners closely across lending, treasury management, capital markets, investment banking, and risk management to deliver comprehensive financial solutions. Associates are expected to combine strong financial analytics with client-facing execution skills and active contribution to origination and relationship development efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a proven record of high achievement and coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
Two (2) years of relevant experience in Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, Leveraged Finance, Commercial Banking, or related corporate financial roles
Prior completion of a credit training program
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 79 and 63 licenses, or the ability to obtain both within six (6) months of employment

Nice To Haves

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Knowledge of capital markets, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), or leveraged finance

Responsibilities

Supports senior Corporate Bankers in the origination, structuring, and execution of credit, capital markets, and advisory transactions, including bilateral and syndicated financings, bridge facilities, and other complex corporate solutions
Develops and delivers client and prospect pitch materials, including company overviews, industry insights, financing alternatives, capital structure recommendations, and return analyses
Builds and maintains detailed financial analyses, including cash flow models, debt capacity and leverage analysis, valuation frameworks, and comparable company and transaction analysis
Assists in leading transaction processes, coordinating internal deal teams, and partnering with product specialists across Treasury Management, Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Risk, and Credit Products groups
Participates in client meetings, due diligence sessions, management presentations, and negotiations, progressively assuming greater responsibility in relationship management and execution
Prepares and reviews internal credit approval materials, including business risk assessments, repayment analysis, and return metrics, ensuring alignment with risk policy and regulatory standards
Supports ongoing portfolio monitoring and client coverage, identifying opportunities for relationship expansion, cross‑selling, and balance sheet optimization
Contributes to business development initiatives, pipeline management, and market intelligence efforts within the Diversified Industries platform
Supports senior bankers in relationship responsibilities, including idea generation and interactions with current and prospective clients
Understands client needs and identifies Regions' products and services, or other actionable ideas, to help clients achieve goals
Participates in the recruitment, development, training, and oversight of junior associates