Relationship Associate - Frankfurt

Title: Relationship Associate - Frankfurt

Business: Commercial Bank

Division: Western Europe Digital Hub

Officer Title : Officer

C-Grade: C11

Location: Frankfurt

Legal Entity: 20407 Citibank Europe Plc Germany

Role posed until: 23rd March 2026

Citi Commercial Bank (CCB) offers its clients the global banking network, thought leadership and global product capabilities of Citi. We deliver extensive industry knowledge, local expertise and dedicated service support to Mid-Market (sales up to USD 3 bn.) and high growth companies with an international footprint. We provide banking and financial solutions to our clients across 5 key growth industries: Business & Professional Services, Industrials, Digital-Technology & Communications, Consumer and Healthcare. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with Relationship Managers and product partners to drive execution of new client and subsidiary onboardings, ensuring KYC and initial credit set-ups are accurately completed
• Engage key contacts within the client organisation to resolve onboarding and operational issues while maintaining a high level of client confidence and satisfaction.
• Oversee and manage the precise execution of onboarding and account-opening processes for new clients and new products across existing clients
• Ensure timely and accurate execution of KYC, AML, and regulatory requirements in coordination with Compliance and Risk teams.
• Facilitate clients access Citi’s global network by coordinating and executing strategies with regional teams and product experts to deliver international banking needs for clients.
• Execute timely, high-quality responses to client inquiries, resolve operational issues in coordination with internal teams to maintain control.
• Oversee day-to-day transactional needs for a portfolio of clients, ensuring controlled delivery of credit, treasury, and trade finance solutions
• Act as a key liaison in coordinating resolution of critical operational issues in partnership with Operations, Legal, Compliance and other control functions to ensure effective risk mitigation.
• Rigorously maintain and leverage accurate and up-to-date client records across all relevant systems, including CCB’s RM applications and credit related systems, to ensure date integrity for execution and control in compliance with Citi’s policies and regulatory requirements
• Execute in cash transaction implementation and coordination of account functions in support of bankers
• Partner with Citi’s product teams to identify cross-sell opportunities and align client needs with global solutions for effective execution
• Partner effectively with CCB team members, including Analysts, Associates and Cash Business Development, to ensure the precise execution of client commitments and strategic objectives
• Assess and manage risk appropriately when business decisions are made, safeguarding Citi’s reputation by driving compliance with applicable laws, applying sound ethical judgment
• Actively contribute to internal projects related to process improvement, operational execution, onboarding experience, regulatory updates, or platform enhancements.

Development Value:

• Gain hands-on experience supporting complex cross-border commercial banking relationships
• Develop deep experience in Cash Management, credit processes, KYC, risk management, and global product solutions within one of the world’s leading financial institutions.
• Build strong internal network across Citi’s Commercial Bank, Risk, Product, and Global functions – positioning you for future mobility and career progression.
• Benefit from structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to senior stakeholders and high-growth sectors.
• Grow in a culture that values continuous learning, operational excellence, and client-centric problem -solving.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Commercial / Corporate banking experience;
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder coordination skills with a client-focused mindset; capable of working independently and collaboratively
• Basic knowledge of trade, lending, FX and other cash products.
• Organizational skills are a must;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Relationship skills and ability to maintain an effective network across the organization;
• Proficient n Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint);ability to learn and to adapt to new systems quickly
• Fluency in English and German required (written and spoken).

Education:

• Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Commercial and Business Sales

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Job Family:

Commercial Sales Support

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

€0.00 - €1,861,981.00

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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This job opening is for an existing job vacancy.

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