Executive Director, Municipal Bond Sales - Strategic Growth

Fifth Third Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking an Executive Director, Fixed Income Municipal Bond Sales to drive strategic growth and manage high-value institutional relationships. The role leads regional and national sales initiatives, collaborates with senior leadership, and ensures regulatory compliance across complex fixed income transactions.

Ideal candidates will bring 12+ years in institutional sales or capital markets, with SIE/Series licenses, and strong advisory and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in institutional sales, fixed income, or capital markets.
• SIE, Series 7, and Series 63 licenses required; Series 24 preferred for supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain long-term relationships with top-tier institutional clients, advising on fixed income strategies.
• Lead regional and national sales campaigns to drive profitability and client engagement.
• Oversee structuring and execution of complex fixed income transactions with compliance.
• Mentor senior sales professionals and develop talent pipelines.

Skills

Executive relationship mgmt

Strategic sales leadership

Market insight/advisory

Executive-level communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting

MBA/CFA preferred

Tools

Bloomberg

CRM systems

Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Fifth Third Bank is seeking an Executive Director, Fixed Income Municipal Bond Sales to drive strategic growth and manage high-value institutional relationships. The role leads regional and national sales initiatives, collaborates with senior leadership, and ensures regulatory compliance across complex fixed income transactions.

Ideal candidates will bring 12+ years in institutional sales or capital markets, with SIE/Series licenses, and strong advisory and leadership skills.