Director, ABL Operations

Fifth Third Bank

. Develop and execute the operational strategy for ABL servicing and collateral management .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $155,100 - $333,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational strategy development and execution within asset-based lending, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale operational processes while leveraging data analytics for informed decision-making.

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Operational Strategy DevelopmentAsset-Based Lending ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance ManagementLean/Six Sigma CertificationData Analytics Experience

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Hard Skills

Operational Risk ManagementCollateral MonitoringM&A IntegrationPerformance Standards EstablishmentKPI MonitoringAudit RemediationBusiness Continuity PlanningSystem ImplementationFinancial AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

People LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationChange ManagementTeam DevelopmentCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Collateral Monitoring PlatformsOperational SystemsReporting ToolsAnalytics SoftwareVendor Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean/Six Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

BankingCommercial FinanceAsset-Based LendingFinancial ServicesRegulatory ExaminationsAudit ManagementOperational EfficiencyGovernancePortfolio PerformanceCommercial Lending Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the operational strategy for ABL servicing and collateral management
Align operational capabilities with business growth objectives
Lead operational integration efforts associated with acquisitions, portfolio purchases, and mergers
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and operational risk standards
Oversee issue management, audit remediation, business continuity planning, and control effectiveness
Maintain governance over access management and operational approvals
Direct ABL servicing, collateral monitoring, and structural services activities
Oversee collateral monitoring system administration and maintenance, deal onboarding, facility implementation, balancing functions, system setup, and portfolio boarding
Establish scalable operating procedures and performance standards
Drive continuous process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
Own the operational systems strategy and roadmap
Lead system implementations, upgrades, and conversions
Manage third-party vendors and service providers
Serve as liaison among ABL leadership, Risk, Audit, Finance, Operations, and Technology
Provide reporting, analytics, and operational insights to senior management
Build, develop, and retain a high-performing operations team
Establish succession planning and leadership development programs
Complete analysis for gearing and other inputs for the Head of ABL to complete financial analysis and budgeting
Identify cost-saving and operational efficiency opportunities
Establish and monitor KPIs and SLAs
Use metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Lead organizational change initiatives and adoption of new processes and technologies
Support regulatory examinations and respond to examiner inquiries
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of banking, commercial finance, asset-based lending, or related financial services experience
5+ years of people leadership experience
Experience managing operational risk, controls, and regulatory compliance programs
Experience leading cross-functional projects and operational change initiatives
Demonstrated success managing large-scale operational processes and teams
Expertise in asset-based lending
Experience with collateral monitoring platforms
M&A integration experience
Lean/Six Sigma certification
Advanced data analytics or reporting experience
Experience leading geographically dispersed teams
Exposure to regulatory examinations and audit management
Knowledge of commercial lending structures, collateral monitoring, and portfolio performance
Ability to leverage operational metrics for decision-making

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation plan eligibility based on company, line of business and/or individual performance
Comprehensive benefits programs supporting physical, financial, emotional and social well-being
Benefits for employees and their families