Job Description

Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

About the Job

The Senior Compliance Officer, Horizontal Compliance is responsible for assisting the applicable Compliance Executive in overseeing compliance risk mitigation and discouraging actions that may expose KeyCorp and its subsidiaries to regulatory, compliance, or reputational risks in excess of Key’s risk tolerance. This position will be responsible for compliance oversight of Regulation W, Regulation O, and Anti-tying regulations, including serving as the second line of defense point of contact for Finance and Law Group Material Business Units. This position will have oversight of compliance risk programs and policies including providing highly specialized guidance and oversight on current and emerging regulatory compliance risks. The qualified candidate must be able to work independently and use sound judgment, taking into consideration risk tolerances of the assigned LOBs and Key’s overall risk appetite.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide second line of defense compliance oversight for Regulation W, Regulation O, and Anti-tying regulations.
• Serve as the bank’s Regulation W Officer.
• Provide strong leadership, mentoring, and guidance to peers and other members of the team as well as other members of Risk Management.
• Respond to internal and external audits, exams, and requests for information.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal clients, staff, peers, and LOB senior management.
• Maintain relationships with industry peers and regulatory bodies.
• Identify, respond and/or escalate risks as appropriate.
• Assist in the development of policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to align with corporate risk appetites, tolerances, and policies.
• Conduct review and challenge activities and escalate as warranted.
• Support or direct project teams in the ongoing development and implementation of strategic plans and objectives, and regulatory changes.
• Support other risk disciplines in risk identification, mitigation, and reporting.
• Exemplify understanding of and implement the three-lines-of-defense model.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable education required, compliance certification, a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the banking related statutes and regulations.
• In-depth practical knowledge of internal controls, risk assessments, compliance processes, and applicable techniques for the implementation of regulatory and legal requirements.
• Strong relationship management and leadership skills, including the ability to work in a team environment and positively accept and lead through change.
• Proven track record of integrity, strong ethics, and sound decision-making skills, including the ability to make decisions independently and quickly.
• Ability to effectively communicate to lines of business and senior management, both in writing and verbally.
• Strong attention to detail coupled with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to have, maintain, and establish strong contacts within the industry to be aware of current industry issues and practice.
• Proven ability to think proactively and drive results through people.
• Strong project management and/or continuous improvement skill.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 06/20/2026
KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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