Commercial Relationship Manager – III

Fifth Third Bank

Commercial Relationship Manager III responsible for business development and monitoring an existing portfolio for Fifth Third Bank. Lead initiatives to enhance financial services and ensure customer satisfaction.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,500 - $207,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for profitable business development and monitoring an existing portfolio of companies with annual gross sales of at least $10 million.
Lead and coordinate with One Bank Partners to create and implement a relationship strategy for assigned clients and prospects.
Solicit participation in public debt issuance for clients and participate in community activities.
Develop and implement a business plan to achieve financial goals and qualitative measures.
Meet with customers regularly to enhance trust advisor relationships and ensure business needs are met.
Analyze financial information provided to determine the credit request that should be pursued.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, Accounting) or equivalent work experience preferred.
Minimum of 6 years Commercial Banking experience, at least 5 years of sales experience preferred.
Formalized commercial credit training or equivalent credit experience required.
Proven track record of partnership with investment bankers to provide strategic and capital market advice.
Proven ability to build new and existing client business translating to increased revenue and provide a positive client experience.
Strong business acumen, to include detailed analysis, review of financial statements and understanding of accounting principles.
Thorough knowledge of Commercial, Treasury Management, and alternative lending and financing options.
Ability to assess client needs, drivers of profitability, and corporate/personal life cycle optimizing financial solutions.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills, with particular emphasis on experience in face-to-face negotiations.
Proven ability to work in a team-based sales environment.
Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office software; familiarity with prospecting and CRM sales tools preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being.
Eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan based on performance.

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentfinancial analysiscredit analysiscommercial bankingsalesaccounting principlesTreasury Managementalternative lendingfinancial solutionspublic debt issuance

Soft Skills

relationship managementtrust buildingnegotiationteam collaborationclient experiencebusiness acumencommunicationproblem solvingstrategic thinkingcustomer needs assessment

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in BusinessMaster's degree in Businesscommercial credit training