FRM Sales & Trading Analyst

Fifth Third Bank • Chicago, IL

1d • $54,400 - $111,500 • Onsite

About The Position

As a FRM Sales & Trading Analyst I, you will play a key role in supporting client sales pursuits and trade execution, analyzing Foreign Exchange (FX), Commodities, and Interest Rate Derivative products, and delivering high-level support to both internal and external clients. You will collaborate closely with Front Office (FO) Sales and Trading teams and contribute to strategic initiatives that drive FRM’s growth and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; preferred fields include Finance, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related disciplines.
• Applicable internship or work experience in financial services and/or client facing roles
• Foundational knowledge of FX, Commodities, and Interest Rate Derivatives markets.
• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to support client relationship coverage.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and respond quickly to changing circumstances.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with diverse teams and clients.
• Self-motivated, action-oriented, and adaptable in problem-solving.
• Familiarity with electronic markets is a plus.
• Qualified candidates will bring emerging professional proficiency, generally acquired through 0–2 years of relevant work or internship experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret financial data and trends.
• Proficiency in AI tools, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial modeling and presentations
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Analytical Agility: Ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support trading and client strategies.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in leveraging AI tools, Excel, and data visualization techniques to enhance decision-making and client deliverables.
• Effective Communication: Clear and confident in presenting ideas, building relationships, and collaborating across diverse teams and client groups.
• Adaptability Under Pressure: Thrives in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Proactively seeks process enhancements and embraces emerging technologies to drive efficiency and client value.

Responsibilities

• Provide active support to FO Sales through collaboration with Relationship Managers, Capital Markets Bankers, Trading, Risk, Credit, Legal, and external stakeholders in structuring, underwriting, and ensuring compliance for FRM products.
• Accurately and promptly execute client orders in alignment with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in the creation of client-specific pitch books and sensitivity analyses under the guidance of FRM Sales and Management.
• Develop marketing materials and market analyses, including visualizations of historical trends, forecasts, technical indicators, and pricing anomalies.
• Maintain and streamline FRM Sales pipeline reports.
• Collaborate with Capital Markets product teams, banking, and treasury management to identify cross-functional opportunities across the Wholesale Bank.
• Partner with the FRM Product Owners to enhance client experience, trading volumes, and revenue generation; serve as a subject matter expert for e-trading platforms.
• Support the go-to-market strategy related to new initiatives and services.
• A process improvement focus using emerging technologies, business analytics and a problem-solving lens
• Build internal and external networks to stay informed on market dynamics and strengthen client relationships

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits
• differentiated compensation offerings
• 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: Entry Level