Strategic Corporate Banking Associate

Fifth Third Bank; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking a Corporate Client Associate II in Palo Alto to lead day-to-day client coverage initiatives, coordinate deliverables, and oversee complex financial analyses. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with DCM/ECM teams to craft integrated financing solutions, while maintaining strict risk and confidentiality standards.

Required include 4–5 years in Banking/IB/Capital Markets, solid credit under-writing, and SIE/Series licenses.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 4-5 years of total experience in Banking, Investment Banking, M&A, or Capital Markets.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79, and Series 63 licenses required.
• Strong credit underwriting and corporate banking skills.
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and presentation development.
• Excellent presentation and client communication skills (written and oral).

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; articulate key drivers, risks, and recommendations.
• Own diligence workflows and content readiness: ensure models, pitch materials, client updates, and prospecting materials are accurate and aligned to strategy.
• Partner with product teams to craft integrated financing and advisory solutions; support origination with ideas and sector insights.
• Prepare and lead portions of client meetings; respond to detailed analytical and credit questions with clarity.
• Mentor, coach, and oversee Analysts and CAP participants; provide structured feedback and contribute to staffing and performance inputs.
• Drive continuous improvement in templates, processes, and knowledge management for efficiency and quality.
• Ensure adherence to risk, compliance, confidentiality, and information barrier requirements across workstreams.
• Other duties as assigned to support team and company mission.

Skills

Execution Leadership

Client Impact

Credit & Valuation Acumen

Communication & Presence

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Securities Licenses Compliance

Education

Undergraduate degree required

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Fifth Third Bank is seeking a Corporate Client Associate II in Palo Alto to lead day-to-day client coverage initiatives, coordinate deliverables, and oversee complex financial analyses. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with DCM/ECM teams to craft integrated financing solutions, while maintaining strict risk and confidentiality standards.

Required include 4–5 years in Banking/IB/Capital Markets, solid credit under-writing, and SIE/Series licenses.