Relationship Manager Development Program - Global Commercial Banking - Middle Market Banking (B[...]

Bank of America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America in Boston is launching a 12-month development program in Global Commercial Banking to build foundational sales and credit skills for future Senior Relationship Managers. You’ll manage a client portfolio, generate new business, and deliver integrated financial solutions across internal partners.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of sales experience from any industry, strong analytical and interpersonal abilities, and a drive to advance within a leading commercial bank.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of demonstrated sales experience with a track record of revenue growth.
• SIE, Series 7 and 63 licenses required to be obtained within 180 days of start date.
• Strong business development and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated resilience and commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong business acumen.
• Ability to read and interpret both audited and unaudited company financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor for clients and prospects with annual revenues of $50M–$2B.
• Develop deep understanding of clients and their industry and needs.
• Leverage connections to generate new and incremental business.
• Collaborate with internal teams across groups (IB, FX, Wealth Mgmt).
• Coordinate with product specialists to deliver integrated solutions within Risk & Compliance.
• Design and execute a business plan to maximize profitability per client.
• Cultivate relationships with referral partners and onboard teammates.

Skills

Business Development

Pipeline Management

Prospecting

Referral Identification

Sales Strategy

Client Experience Branding

Financial Analysis

Referral Management

Risk Management

Sales Performance Management

Data and Trend Analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience desired

Job description

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impacting the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description: This is a great opportunity to join our Middle Market team in Boston! This job is responsible for participating in a 12‑month development program designed to build foundational commercial banking sales and credit skills, preparing participants to transition into a Senior Relationship Manager role upon completion of the program. Key responsibilities include acquiring and managing a portfolio of clients and prospects, generating new and incremental business, acting as a trusted advisor, and delivering integrated financial solutions by collaborating with internal partners. As one of the largest commercial banks in the U.S., Global Commercial Banking (GCB) provides financial services for clients with revenues of $50 million to $2 billion, primarily in the U.S. and Canada, as well as their international subsidiaries. Job expectations include leveraging activity‑based training modules, engaging in national and local leader and peer coaching, and developing knowledge of credit, treasury, and other operational services, while building client relationships, creating business plans, and influencing team performance. Candidates must have strong, proven sales experience from any industry and at least 10 years of total experience. Prior financial services experience is not required, as the program provides comprehensive training.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a trusted advisor for clients and prospects with annual revenues of $50 million to $2 billion, identifying opportunities and recommending integrated solutions that encompass multiple products and services as needed
• Develops an in‑depth understanding of clients'/prospects corporation, organization, and the related industry in addition to their strategy and needs, while responding to changes in the business environment or client/prospect needs
• Leverages ideas, insights, and relationships to generate new and incremental business for Bank of America
• Collaborates with domestic and international teammates throughout Bank of America, including Investment Banking, Foreign Exchange, and Wealth Management
• Facilitates client relationships with product specialists in Credit, Treasury Management, and Merchant Services in to ensure the integrated delivery of valuable financial solutions with the Risk & Compliance framework
• Designs and implements a business plan that will maximize the profitability of each client and prospect
• Builds relationships with internal and external sales referral partners
• Motivates and influences client team members appropriately and collaborates in their onboarding, coaching, and development

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of demonstrated sales experience, with a proven ability to drive revenue and build client relationships
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and 63 licenses required to be obtained within 180 days of start date
• Strong business development and analytical capabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience and commitment to continuous learning
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to read and interpret both audited and unaudited company financial statements

Preferred Qualifications

• Established local network of business referral sources and centers of influence (COIs)

Skills

• Business Development
• Pipeline Management
• Prospecting
• Referral Identification
• Sales Strategy
• Client Experience Branding
• Financial Analysis
• Referral Management
• Risk Management
• Sales Performance Management
• Data and Trend Analysis

Minimum Education Requirement

Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience desired: Majors in business, finance or economics preferred. MBA desirable.

Work Details

Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 40

Pay

Pay Transparency details US - MA - Boston - 100 Federal St - 100 Federal St Lp (MA5100)

Pay and benefits information Pay range $150,000.00 - $235,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

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Company Culture

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We’re devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi‑faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization. Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us!

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