Entry Level Commercial Operations Specialist Jobs
New grad commercial operations specialist jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or portfolio of process-improvement work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Insurance, Automotive, and Banking & Financial Services, with employers like Risksmith Insurance Services, AutoZone, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Credit Analyst is primarily responsible for completing the daily duties of underwriting and monitoring credit while performing analytical activities and identifying risks or issues as needed. In addition, a Credit Analyst drafts credit approval documents and review memos for loans and other ancillary products. The Credit Analyst is knowledgeable on financial and risk analysis and demonstrates proficiency in financial modeling.
The Credit Analyst is expected to build proficiency in underwriting, developing the ability to complete the underwriting process from beginning to end with limited oversight on increasingly complex credits. Additionally, the Credit Analyst will attend and support Portfolio Reviews as needed.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for proactively monitoring Credit Excellence and initiating collection of financial statements for upcoming renewals and periodic reviews.
- Prepare succinct credit approval memos with minimal errors, including company and industry descriptions, key credit risks, historical analysis, base and downside case projection assumptions/rationale and terms and conditions.
- Complete ongoing portfolio monitoring, including covenant tracking, financial statement reviews, and run risk rating models.
- Identify and determine monitoring analysis activities required.
- Verify covenants and define updates needed on ticklers.
- Monitor covenant completion and track past due or out of compliance covenants and recommend appropriate course of action.
- Responsible for understanding and evaluating completed spreads to determine necessary edits working in collaboration with the CCU team to identify and resolve required edits or corrections.
- Generate and provide various pipeline and portfolio reporting as needed to credit leadership, portfolio managers, underwriters, relationship managers and others as needed.
- Prepare Criticized Period Reviews reports with oversight.
- Responsible for running projection models with assumptions provided.
- Responsible for completing underwriting process with limited oversight.
- Prepares portfolio analysis and Portfolio Review materials.
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of credit data across internal systems and reports.
- Take appropriate action to resolve data, documentation, or analysis deficiencies and escalate questions to the appropriate level.
- Identify emerging risks or negative trends and escalate appropriately.
- Maintain a working knowledge of Bancorp credit policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Perform Borrowing Entity PD Ratings and Obligation LGD Ratings.
- May assist with training and onboarding of new employees.
- May support special projects or ad hoc analysis as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in Business (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting).
- 2+ years of Commercial Banking experience.
- Sound Financial and risk analysis understanding, including the ability to develop financial models.
- Extensive Knowledge of banking products and services.
- Knowledge of corporate business structure and legal documents.
- General knowledge of U.S. government and regulation.
- Proficiency in internal banking applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining close attention to detail.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office software.
Commercial Credit Analyst
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Detroit, Michigan 48226
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Make banking a Fifth Third better®
We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Credit Analyst is primarily responsible for completing the daily duties of underwriting and monitoring credit while performing analytical activities and identifying risks or issues as needed. In addition, a Credit Analyst drafts credit approval documents and review memos for loans and other ancillary products. The Credit Analyst is knowledgeable on financial and risk analysis and demonstrates proficiency in financial modeling.
The Credit Analyst is expected to build proficiency in underwriting, developing the ability to complete the underwriting process from beginning to end with limited oversight on increasingly complex credits. Additionally, the Credit Analyst will attend and support Portfolio Reviews as needed.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for proactively monitoring Credit Excellence and initiating collection of financial statements for upcoming renewals and periodic reviews.
- Prepare succinct credit approval memos with minimal errors, including company and industry descriptions, key credit risks, historical analysis, base and downside case projection assumptions/rationale and terms and conditions.
- Complete ongoing portfolio monitoring, including covenant tracking, financial statement reviews, and run risk rating models.
- Identify and determine monitoring analysis activities required.
- Verify covenants and define updates needed on ticklers.
- Monitor covenant completion and track past due or out of compliance covenants and recommend appropriate course of action.
- Responsible for understanding and evaluating completed spreads to determine necessary edits working in collaboration with the CCU team to identify and resolve required edits or corrections.
- Generate and provide various pipeline and portfolio reporting as needed to credit leadership, portfolio managers, underwriters, relationship managers and others as needed.
- Prepare Criticized Period Reviews reports with oversight.
- Responsible for running projection models with assumptions provided.
- Responsible for completing underwriting process with limited oversight.
- Prepares portfolio analysis and Portfolio Review materials.
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of credit data across internal systems and reports.
- Take appropriate action to resolve data, documentation, or analysis deficiencies and escalate questions to the appropriate level.
- Identify emerging risks or negative trends and escalate appropriately.
- Maintain a working knowledge of Bancorp credit policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Perform Borrowing Entity PD Ratings and Obligation LGD Ratings.
- May assist with training and onboarding of new employees.
- May support special projects or ad hoc analysis as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in Business (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting).
- 2+ years of Commercial Banking experience.
- Sound Financial and risk analysis understanding, including the ability to develop financial models.
- Extensive Knowledge of banking products and services.
- Knowledge of corporate business structure and legal documents.
- General knowledge of U.S. government and regulation.
- Proficiency in internal banking applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining close attention to detail.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office software.
Commercial Credit Analyst
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Detroit, Michigan 48226
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Who's Hiring
- Risksmith Insurance Services45
- AutoZone26
- Jobot16
- CarMax14
- JPMorganChase8
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance66
- Automotive42
- Banking & Financial Services39
- Technology & Software26
- Construction & Real Estate20
Entry Level Commercial Operations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level commercial operations specialist job?
Focus on demonstrating organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with tools like Excel, Salesforce, or ERP platforms through coursework, internships, or project work. Tailoring your resume to highlight process improvement, data tracking, or cross-functional coordination experience gives you an edge. Many employers at this level value a proactive attitude and willingness to learn over a lengthy work history.
Which companies hire entry level commercial operations specialists?
Companies hiring entry level commercial operations specialists right now include Risksmith Insurance Services, AutoZone, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find opportunities across both large corporations with structured training programs and mid-size companies where junior hires take on broader responsibilities early.
Are there remote entry level commercial operations specialist jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid. About 21% of entry level commercial operations specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility still have options worth targeting in their search.
Are these new grad commercial operations specialist jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts internship experience, relevant coursework, or a portfolio of operations or process projects in place of full-time work history, making them well-suited for recent graduates entering the field for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level commercial operations specialists?
Entry Level commercial operations specialist roles concentrate in Insurance, Automotive, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at the junior level because their operational volume and growth create consistent demand for candidates who can support day-to-day commercial processes.