Risk Leadership Program Participant 2027

About the Role

Fifth Third Bank Leadership Programs (LPs) are designed to provide meaningful work experience and develop future organizational leaders. The Risk Leadership Program (RLP) consists of comprehensive on-the-job training supplemented by educational opportunities focused on banking, business, risk management, leadership, and professional skills.

The RLP is a 24-month, full-time program located in Cincinnati, structured in four rotations. Rotation assignments are based on business need, skillset, and interest and may include opportunities in Operational Risk, Compliance, Credit Risk, Market Risk, or other areas within the Risk division. The program offers two tracks: Governance & Oversight or Data Analytics.

Participants rotate among different teams, collaborating on key initiatives while being accountable for risk management, regulatory compliance, and driving a positive customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform work assignments as determined by the assignment leader while rotating through various departments.
• Provide credible challenge, risk identification, escalation, and oversight to business processes, products, projects, or control environments.
• Identify and interpret risk trends via data analysis and create risk reporting to drive business action and awareness.
• Learn about industry standards, laws, and regulations that apply to the banking industry and ensure Fifth Third’s compliance.
• Create and present a formal presentation at the end of each rotation.
• Attend formal training classes, supplementing on-the-job learning.
• Actively participate in community involvement projects.
• Build a network of resources within the Risk division and supporting areas.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completed four-year undergraduate Bachelor's degree in business with a graduation date between fall 2025 and spring 2026.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Bachelor's degree in Insurance/Risk Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Humanities (e.g., Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Pre-Law, or other relevant major).
• Relevant internship and/or co-op experience.
• Campus involvement/leadership experience.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-starter with ability to complete both guided and self-directed learning activities.
• Strong proficiency in critical thinking, leadership, business acumen, and teamwork as demonstrated through extracurricular activities, work experience, and/or academic activities.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Fifth Third’s Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings, such as:

• Base salary reflective of the range for this pay grade, with individual salaries varying based on role, skillset, experience, education, and geographic location.
• Eligibility to participate in an incentive compensation plan based on company, line of business, and/or individual performance.
• Extensive benefits programs supporting physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being for employees and their families.

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