
Director, Commodities Risk Management
Fifth Third Bank
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Charlotte • California • Illinois • United States
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About the role
- Provide leadership for the Foreign Exchange (FX), Commodities, and Interest Rate Derivatives business
- Oversee client strategy, revenue growth, and risk management while guiding a high-performing team of Principals, Associates, and Analysts
- Create and maintain a dynamic client portfolio review process to identify strategic clients and optimize coverage
- Develop a semi-annual process to elevate high-value clients and reallocate low-touch clients to EFX or junior sales for development opportunities.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal partners and external clients to deliver risk mitigation solutions aligned with client objectives
- Partner with Relationship Managers, Credit, Investment Bankers, and Capital Markets teams to deliver comprehensive solutions
- Create, manage, and prioritize a pipeline of opportunities across multiple product lines
- Provide leadership in evaluating and prioritizing capital markets transactions for execution
- Deliver high-value financial analysis and strategic alternatives to top-tier clients and prospects
- Lead development and implementation of a comprehensive client communication strategy
- Oversee creation and delivery of customized presentations and related communications
- Foster collaborative relationships across teams to ensure efficient workflow and seamless execution
- Oversee presentation, analysis, and execution of trade-eligible solutions (e.g., forecasts, swaps, caps, collars) in accordance with bank guidelines
- Maintain regulatory compliance at all times and ensure adherence across the organization
- Drive FRM strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals
- Create and sustain a positive, inclusive team environment through leadership and accountability
- Engage senior commercial bankers and leadership teams to identify and address major capital markets opportunities.
- Mentor team members through candid feedback, career development guidance, and performance reviews.
- Actively participate in recruitment, training, and talent development programs for new hires and graduates.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA, CFA, CPA strongly preferred
- 10 years of experience in financial services, with significant leadership experience in Sales & Trading or Capital Markets
- Strong working knowledge of debt underwriting/DCM, industry, competitive, and regulatory requirements
- Proven track record of originating and closing complex financial transactions
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both oral and written
- Demonstrated leadership experience in driving strategic decisions and team development.
- Qualified candidates will bring professional proficiency, generally acquired through 10 years of relevant work or internship experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and trading platforms/systems of record.
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills; mastery of financial modeling and risk analysis.
- Strong organizational and strategic planning capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple high-impact projects and lead cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Differentiated compensation offerings
- Opportunity to be their best every day
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
financial analysisfinancial modelingrisk analysisdebt underwritingcapital markets transactionssales and tradingstrategic planningpipeline managementclient portfolio managementregulatory compliance
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationpresentation skillsteam developmentcollaborationmentoringstrategic decision-makingorganizational skillsclient relationship managementfeedback delivery
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in EconomicsMBACFACPA