Commercial Banking Associate – Graduate Program

SouthState Bank, N.A.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank, N.A. in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Commercial Banking Associate through a structured program designed for new graduates. You will develop expertise in underwriting, loan processing, portfolio management, and relationship management, with growth opportunities based on performance.

Training begins onsite in Tampa, Florida for the first six months, after which you return to your local market to continue professional development and client expansion in commercial banking.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated with a Bachelor's degree within the last 2 years, with a minimum GPA of 3.4, preferred.
• 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

• Learn underwriting processes and evaluate credit applications by analyzing financial statements and reports.
• Assist in loan processing, portfolio management, and tracking loan performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and sales partners; support loan origination and cross-selling.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with various lines of business.
• Complete compliance training and participate in development sessions to strengthen technical skills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree (recent graduate)

Tools

Banking software familiarity

MS Office Suite

Job description

SouthState Bank, N.A. in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Commercial Banking Associate through a structured program designed for new graduates. You will develop expertise in underwriting, loan processing, portfolio management, and relationship management, with growth opportunities based on performance.

Training begins onsite in Tampa, Florida for the first six months, after which you return to your local market to continue professional development and client expansion in commercial banking.