OPT Financial Services Account Executive Jobs
Financial Services Account Executive roles on OPT require active F-1 work authorization and typically fall under STEM-adjacent or business degree categories. Most positions involve client acquisition, relationship management, and financial product sales, giving OPT students strong H-1B visa sponsorship exposure at banks, brokerages, and fintech firms.
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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 Financial Center Manager will participate in a comprehensive, customized on-boarding and education program. This includes rotations in Operations, Sales & Service, Lending, Small Business, Preferred and Sales & Operations Management. The role will provide a robust learning approach for successful candidates to prepare for a Financial Center Manager role. After successful completion of the training program, the FCMA role will be placed in a Financial Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete FCMA roadmap as intended and all onboarding activities from day one to program completion, including the successful completion of a Consultative Selling Skills Certification
- Become proficient at deepening Consumer and Small Business customer relationships by providing a memorable customer experience
- Gain knowledge, demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of Fifth Third's products, services processes, and internal resources to stay informed, guide and lead the team
- Become skilled at the consultative sales process to proactively identify the financial needs of current or prospective customers and recommend the appropriate solutions to meet those needs
- Understand how to develop an integrated book of business strategy in which all customers, through all channels, have a Financial Needs Assessment (FNA) and are assigned to the best banker for proactive ongoing support
- Learn how to source, develop, coach and lead a team that reinforces our Core Values and business strategies
- Learn to cultivate a One Bank culture that proactively collaborates with business partners
- Participate in activities that benefit the communities we serve
- Follow the Bancorp Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other related policies and procedures, modeling the ethical behavior expected from every employee
- Additional duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in providing employees timely, candid and constructive feedback; assist in the development of employees to their full potential and provides challenging opportunities that enhance employee career growth; recognize and reward employees for accomplishments.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- College degree or two (2) or more years of leadership experience in a sales environment
- Ability to professionally represent Fifth Third Bank in verbal and written communication
- Capable of analyzing credit and financial information
- Ability to successfully execute and coach sales activities
- Exhibits business acumen
- Demonstrated ability in making sound decisions
This position requires S.A.F.E. Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). The NMLS web site (mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment.
- Extended viewing of computer screens.
- Periodic travel within the Bancorp footprint to attend meetings and/or training.
Financial Center Manager Associate - Raleigh
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.
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 - Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
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 Financial Center Manager will participate in a comprehensive, customized on-boarding and education program. This includes rotations in Operations, Sales & Service, Lending, Small Business, Preferred and Sales & Operations Management. The role will provide a robust learning approach for successful candidates to prepare for a Financial Center Manager role. After successful completion of the training program, the FCMA role will be placed in a Financial Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete FCMA roadmap as intended and all onboarding activities from day one to program completion, including the successful completion of a Consultative Selling Skills Certification
- Become proficient at deepening Consumer and Small Business customer relationships by providing a memorable customer experience
- Gain knowledge, demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of Fifth Third's products, services processes, and internal resources to stay informed, guide and lead the team
- Become skilled at the consultative sales process to proactively identify the financial needs of current or prospective customers and recommend the appropriate solutions to meet those needs
- Understand how to develop an integrated book of business strategy in which all customers, through all channels, have a Financial Needs Assessment (FNA) and are assigned to the best banker for proactive ongoing support
- Learn how to source, develop, coach and lead a team that reinforces our Core Values and business strategies
- Learn to cultivate a One Bank culture that proactively collaborates with business partners
- Participate in activities that benefit the communities we serve
- Follow the Bancorp Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other related policies and procedures, modeling the ethical behavior expected from every employee
- Additional duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in providing employees timely, candid and constructive feedback; assist in the development of employees to their full potential and provides challenging opportunities that enhance employee career growth; recognize and reward employees for accomplishments.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- College degree or two (2) or more years of leadership experience in a sales environment
- Ability to professionally represent Fifth Third Bank in verbal and written communication
- Capable of analyzing credit and financial information
- Ability to successfully execute and coach sales activities
- Exhibits business acumen
- Demonstrated ability in making sound decisions
This position requires S.A.F.E. Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). The NMLS web site (mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment.
- Extended viewing of computer screens.
- Periodic travel within the Bancorp footprint to attend meetings and/or training.
Financial Center Manager Associate - Raleigh
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.
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 - Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Financial Services Account Executive
Target firms with established H-1B sponsorship history
Large banks, insurance companies, and asset management firms sponsor H-1B visas far more consistently than boutique shops. Focus your applications on employers with a documented track record of sponsoring international employees in sales and client-facing financial roles.
Frame your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Financial services hiring cycles move quickly. Tell recruiters your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early so they can assess sponsorship feasibility before investing weeks in interviews. Transparency prevents late-stage rejections over work authorization surprises.
Obtain FINRA licenses during your OPT period
Series 7 and Series 63 licenses signal serious commitment to financial sales and make you a stronger sponsorship candidate. Many employers reimburse exam fees. Completing licensing early in your OPT window maximizes your value before your authorization window narrows.
Prioritize fintech companies for OPT-friendlier cultures
Fintech firms tend to have more experience hiring international talent and faster internal processes for sponsorship approval. Their growth-stage hiring needs often make them more willing to invest in OPT candidates who show strong sales aptitude and financial product knowledge.
Connect your degree field directly to the account executive role
H-1B eligibility for account executive roles depends partly on demonstrating the position requires a specialized degree. Highlight how your finance, economics, or business degree directly applies to the client advisory and analytical responsibilities of the specific role you're targeting.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles with verified sponsorship openness
Searching broadly wastes your limited OPT time. Migrate Mate curates financial services account executive roles from employers open to sponsoring international candidates, so you spend your time applying to opportunities that are actually accessible to F-1 OPT students.
Financial Services Account Executive OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Financial Services Account Executives legally?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A Financial Services Account Executive position typically qualifies for students with degrees in finance, economics, business administration, or related disciplines. Your OPT work authorization must be active before your start date, and the job must match the field listed on your EAD card.
Does a Financial Services Account Executive role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree such as a quantitative finance, financial engineering, or data analytics degree, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Standard business or finance degrees without a STEM CIP code do not qualify, so check your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Financial Services Account Executive employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to identify financial services employers open to sponsoring OPT and H-1B candidates. Beyond that, large institutions like JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Fidelity have historically sponsored account executive roles. You can also review Department of Labor LCA disclosure data to see which firms have filed H-1B petitions for similar job titles in recent years.
Is a Financial Services Account Executive role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS evaluates whether the specific position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a related field. A role focused on complex financial product sales, portfolio analysis, or institutional client advisory work is more defensible than a general sales position. Your employer's legal team will need to demonstrate the degree requirement is genuine and specific to the role.
What happens to my OPT if I switch from one financial services employer to another?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. Your EAD remains valid because it is not tied to a specific employer. However, if you're between jobs for more than 90 cumulative days on standard OPT, you risk violating your status, so minimizing gaps between roles is critical.