Commercial Banking Associate: Fast-Track to Portfolio Roles

SouthState Bank, N.A.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank, N.A. invites new graduates to join the Commercial Banking Associate Program, designed to develop expertise in underwriting, loan processing, portfolio management, and relationship management.

After training onsite in Tampa, FL for the first six months, you’ll return to your local market as you begin your banking career. The program focuses on commercial term loans, lines of credit, cash management, SBA‑guaranteed loans, and treasury services, with opportunities to advance to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed within the last 2 years with a GPA of 3.4 or higher.
• Previous internship experience, preferably in finance, banking, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with financial modeling or banking software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in underwriting, loan processing, portfolio management, and relationship management.
• Support loan origination and approvals; assist in presenting proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with sales partners to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and contribute to process improvements.
• Attend leadership training and build product knowledge in lending and treasury services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Financial modeling

Banking software

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SouthState Bank, N.A. invites new graduates to join the Commercial Banking Associate Program, designed to develop expertise in underwriting, loan processing, portfolio management, and relationship management.

After training onsite in Tampa, FL for the first six months, you’ll return to your local market as you begin your banking career. The program focuses on commercial term loans, lines of credit, cash management, SBA‑guaranteed loans, and treasury services, with opportunities to advance to the