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Fifth Third Bank · 5 days ago

Regional Middle Market Segment Head - Southeast

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Fifth Third Bank is a leading financial institution, and they are seeking a Regional Middle Market Segment Head for the Southeast region. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping strategy, driving growth, and ensuring execution across the Middle Market segment, collaborating with regional leaders to enhance client experience and achieve performance objectives.

BankingCommercial LendingFinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial ServicesLendingMedia and EntertainmentMortgage

Responsibilities

Champion the Middle Market strategy across markets, ensuring alignment with national objectives and regional priorities

Influence senior leaders to adopt best practices, execute playbooks, and deliver on growth and profitability goals

Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader, driving collaboration and accountability within a matrix operating structure

Guide market leaders in portfolio segmentation and client acquisition strategies for businesses in the $20MM–$500MM revenue range

Promote disciplined business planning and execution to expand market share and deepen client relationships

Identify and evaluate strategic growth opportunities

Mentor Senior Leaders and Relationship Managers through influence, providing strategic direction and development support

Partner with HR and leadership teams to identify, attract, and retain top talent across markets

Collaborate with Risk leadership to maintain asset quality and ensure adherence to risk appetite and regulatory standards

Serve as an escalation resource for complex credit structures, offering guidance and expertise

Serve as line of business credit approver and deal elevation adjudication point

Drive adoption of standardized tools, processes, and performance metrics across markets

Influence operational improvements and compliance adherence through partnership and shared accountability

Build strong relationships with product specialists, treasury, capital markets, and One Bank partners to deliver holistic solutions

Represent the region in national forums, contributing to strategic initiatives and thought leadership

Collaborate with the Finance to design and execute the segment’s growth strategy and financial plan

Qualification

Commercial banking experienceStrategic leadershipCreditRisk managementBusiness developmentTalent developmentRelationship managementCoaching skillsPC proficiencyNegotiation skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field; MBA preferred

Minimum 12+ years in commercial banking with a focus on Middle Market clients

Demonstrated success in leadership roles influencing multi-market or regional teams without direct authority

Proven ability to drive strategic execution and business growth through collaboration and influence

Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities

Deep understanding of credit, risk management, and regulatory compliance

Exceptional ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, build consensus, and align diverse teams toward common goals

Skilled in leading through change and managing complex organizational dynamics

Excellent relationship building/interpersonal skills, written and verbal communications skills required

Position requires the ability to establish self as a leader, to not only perform in a leadership role, but to also be recognized by others as a leader

Must be able to work in a team environment with the ability to interact well, and in a positive manner, with senior management and internal partners

Ability to handle multiple tasks and be flexible

Strong track record of coaching and developing talent

PC proficient in Windows based software programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred

Formal credit training and underwriting experience preferred; ability to analyze complex financial data

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Differentiated compensation offerings

Incentive compensation plan

Extensive benefits programs

Company

Fifth Third Bank

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Fifth Third Bancorp is a financial services company that specializes in small business, retail banking, and investments. It is a sub-organization of Fifth Third Bank.

Founded in 1858

Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees