Corporate Client Correspondent Banking Associate

Fifth Third Bank • Cincinnati, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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The responsibilities for this role are below; you may support projects of varying complexity based on skill and organizational priorities.

Build and interpret complex financial models to support client coverage activities and transaction analysis. Perform advanced financial analysis and complete credit and financial statement analysis with minimal oversight. Create high-impact presentation materials (pitch decks, prospecting materials, client updates) using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; ensure accuracy and consistency with brand standards. Understand capital structures and capital market trends and translate implications to client needs and recommendations. Support execution of Debt Capital Markets (DCM) and Equity Capital Markets (ECM) advisory transactions in partnership with product teams. Coordinate with product partners to develop integrated financing solutions and pitch materials for clients; support cross-sell opportunities across the platform. Manage and maintain models and presentation materials so they are accurate, current, and tailored to the audience. Work effectively as part of a team in a high-pressure environment; communicate status, timelines, and next steps across stakeholders. Develop strong working relationships with peers, product partners, and senior bankers throughout the organization. Provide day-to-day oversight and direction to Analysts and CAP participants to drive a high-quality work product and professional development.

Other Duties: Performing other duties as assigned, adapting to new tasks or shifts in priorities as necessary to support your team’s and the company’s mission.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 3–4 years of experience in Banking, Investment Banking, M&A, or Capital Markets (strong Analyst performance required for internal promotion).
• Strong credit underwriting and corporate banking skills.
• Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of financial modeling.
• Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79, and Series 63 licenses required within Fifth Third guidelines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required securities licenses in accordance with company policy.

Nice To Haves

• Successful candidates will demonstrate a higher degree of proficiency (typically from 3-4 years of practical experience or advanced academic exposure) across the following areas: Workstream Management: Plan, sequence, and drive tasks to on-time, on-quality delivery. Market Insight: Monitor capital markets and sector trends to inform client dialogue and materials. Quality Control: Establish review checkpoints to reduce errors across models and presentations. Risk & Compliance Mindset: Adhere to policies, information barriers, and documentation standards; escalate concerns early. Team Contribution: Build strong relationships across coverage and product teams to advance client objectives.

Responsibilities

• Build and interpret complex financial models to support client coverage activities and transaction analysis.
• Perform advanced financial analysis and complete credit and financial statement analysis with minimal oversight.
• Create high-impact presentation materials (pitch decks, prospecting materials, client updates) using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; ensure accuracy and consistency with brand standards.
• Understand capital structures and capital market trends and translate implications to client needs and recommendations.
• Support execution of Debt Capital Markets (DCM) and Equity Capital Markets (ECM) advisory transactions in partnership with product teams.
• Coordinate with product partners to develop integrated financing solutions and pitch materials for clients; support cross-sell opportunities across the platform.
• Manage and maintain models and presentation materials so they are accurate, current, and tailored to the audience.
• Work effectively as part of a team in a high-pressure environment; communicate status, timelines, and next steps across stakeholders.
• Develop strong working relationships with peers, product partners, and senior bankers throughout the organization.
• Provide day-to-day oversight and direction to Analysts and CAP participants to drive a high-quality work product and professional development.
• Performing other duties as assigned, adapting to new tasks or shifts in priorities as necessary to support your team’s and the company’s mission.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Differentiated compensation offerings
• Eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan
• Extensive benefits programs designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level