Senior Associate, Tech & Telecom Banking – Cincinnati

Fifth Third Bank; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Senior Associate in Technology and Telecommunications to lead critical client coverage initiatives and oversee complex financial analyses. You will coordinate deliverables, manage models, and contribute to financing solutions with product teams while maintaining rigorous risk controls.

The role emphasizes strong analytical ability, client communication, and mentorship of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 4 - 5 years of total experience in Banking, Investment Banking, M&A, or Capital Markets (including prior Associate-level responsibilities).
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79, and Series 63 licenses required within Fifth Third guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day execution of client coverage initiatives and live opportunities; coordinate deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
• Direct and quality-control financial models and analyses; perform complex modeling and scenario analyses as needed; articulate key drivers, risks, and recommendations to senior bankers and clients.
• Own diligence workflows and content readiness: ensure models, pitch materials, client updates, and prospecting materials are accurate, current, and aligned to strategy.
• Partner with product teams (DCM/ECM and others) to craft integrated financing and advisory solutions; support origination with idea generation and sector insights.
• Prepare and lead portions of client meetings and calls; respond to detailed analytical and credit questions with clarity.
• Mentor, coach, and oversee Analysts and Associates/CAP participants; provide structured feedback and contribute to staffing and performance inputs.
• Drive continuous improvement in templates, processes, and knowledge management to enhance efficiency and quality across the platform.
• Ensure adherence to risk, compliance, confidentiality, and information barrier requirements across all workstreams.
• Other Duties: Performing other duties as assigned, adapting to new tasks or shifts in priorities as necessary to support your team’s and the company’s mission.

Skills

Execution Leadership

Client Impact

Credit & Valuation Acumen

Communication & Presence

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Securities Licenses

Education

Undergraduate degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Financial modeling

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Senior Associate in Technology and Telecommunications to lead critical client coverage initiatives and oversee complex financial analyses. You will coordinate deliverables, manage models, and contribute to financing solutions with product teams while maintaining rigorous risk controls.

The role emphasizes strong analytical ability, client communication, and mentorship of junior staff.