Job Summary

The Sr. Risk Analyst is part of the First Line Credit Risk team within the Commercial Bank, responsible for managing and executing credit risk governance, supporting strategy initiatives, and enabling sound, fast-paced business growth. This role involves developing and implementing risk frameworks, maintaining oversight and reporting, and understanding regulatory and industry impacts. The ideal candidate will influence stakeholders, build insightful reporting, and collaborate across teams to enhance portfolio analytics and risk management.

Essential Functions

Support and enhance credit risk governance through reporting, KPIs, benchmarking, and performance monitoring
Conduct high-risk client reviews and participate in cross-functional product and risk forums
Manage credit, operational, and AML/compliance risk across product and client portfolios
Develop and deliver training to promote enterprise risk awareness and escalation processes
Collaborate with internal and external partners to refine credit risk strategies
Create scorecards and ongoing portfolio reporting
Conduct industry research and support lending strategy through analytics
Build understanding of credit risk frameworks across the Commercial Bank

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Data Sciences, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or Mathematics.

Work Experience

Minimum 2 years of experience in business analytics, financial modeling, strategy, or consulting.

Certifications & Licenses

Preferred: Risk certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)

Skills

Credit Risk Expertise – Understanding of credit, operational, and compliance risk
Data Analysis – Proficient in Excel, Tableau, and data visualization
Strategic Thinking – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective Communication – Clear and concise in presentations and reporting
Project Management – Experience managing risk-related initiatives
Collaboration – Builds strong relationships across teams
Regulatory Awareness – Knowledge of industry standards and compliance
Tech Proficiency – Skilled in SharePoint, Salesforce, and nCino
Adaptability – Quick learner with curiosity and flexibility
Detail-Oriented – High accuracy, quality, and execution speed

Physical Demands

General office environment: Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face-to-face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.

Travel/Driving Requirements

Travel and driving requirements not specified; assumed minimal or as needed for business purposes.

Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be mobile or home based, which means you may work either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $90,000 to $100,000 annually depending on location and job-related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short-term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.

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Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be Mobile or Home-based, which means you may work primarily either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 08/22/2025

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