Associate Relationship Manager — Banking & Client Growth

Fifth Third Bank; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking an Associate Relationship Manager (ARM) in Atlanta, GA to support RMs in sales and servicing, conduct financial and risk analyses, and develop client solutions. The role emphasizes learning through a curated curriculum and hands-on experience, with opportunities to engage in cross-functional projects and client engagements.

The ARM will help identify prospects, prepare proposals, and input KYC data while developing business development skills and market knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business (Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration) or equivalent work experience.
• 1–2+ years in commercial banking, financial services, client-facing sales, or accounting.
• Knowledge of financial and credit risk analysis.
• Understanding of local/regional market dynamics.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including negotiation and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Partner with RMs to support sales and servicing activities.
• Assist in identifying and qualifying prospects through industry and client research.
• Create and maintain client management records in iris, including client profiles and opportunity pipelines.
• Prepare and contribute to client presentations and proposals.
• Attend and participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Collect and input KYC due diligence information.
• Conduct initial pricing analysis and generate relationship pricing models.
• Draft initial deal screens and opportunity memos.
• Engage in direct client contact to support relationship development.
• Identify new business opportunities and apply consultative selling strategies.
• Conduct initial outreach to prospective clients and facilitate introductions to Relationship Managers.
• Support Relationship Managers in the negotiation, advancement and closure of proposals.
• Participate in structured onboarding and training in commercial banking solutions.
• Access to internal learning platforms, mentorship from senior leaders.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and client engagements.
• Receive regular performance feedback and career planning discussions.

Skills

Financial risk analysis

Sales and business development

Negotiation and presentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

Fifth Third Bank is seeking an Associate Relationship Manager (ARM) in Atlanta, GA to support RMs in sales and servicing, conduct financial and risk analyses, and develop client solutions. The role emphasizes learning through a curated curriculum and hands-on experience, with opportunities to engage in cross-functional projects and client engagements.

The ARM will help identify prospects, prepare proposals, and input KYC data while developing business development skills and market knowledge.