Lead Business Risk and Controls Risk Advisor (Risk Analytics and Insights)

Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

ABOUT THE JOB (JOB BRIEF)
Assists Business Risk and Control supported line(s) of business with risk related reporting and analysis to support the identification, measurement, and management of risk; development and implementation of sustainable controls; and development or maintenance of effective risk management policies and programs, reporting, training and testing to fulfill strategic objectives while operating within defined risk appetite. Provides risk, control and compliance reporting, in conjunction with the second line of defense, including consideration of current and emerging risks impacting assigned line(s) of business; promotes accountability for the awareness and management of risk; and coordinates the management and escalation of issues. Engages and consults with corporate risk management partners across risk disciplines to develop and implement consistent risk management reporting standards and processes. Mentors more junior teammates.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop and maintain reporting processes for the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with risk frameworks.
• Analyze and interpret data to proactively identify trends, emerging risks, and potential issues or concerns.
• Draw actionable data insights to inform business decisions and enable strategic prioritization for various levels of leadership across the enterprise.
• Design and deliver impactful dashboards and visualizations primarily using Tableau, with growing use of Power BI.
• Create executive-level presentations and effectively communicate findings to senior leadership, both in written and verbal formats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and tailor outputs to business objectives.
• Ensure data integrity and quality through validation, reconciliation, and adherence to governance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and analytical capabilities.
• Assist in the development of quarterly risk profile(s) reporting, including collecting of information, drafting content, identifying key risk topics and points of interest, facilitating review by Business Risk and Control and corporate partners.
• Provide reporting that supports the development and implementation the risk and control self-assessments and related risk profiles, including risks, controls, testing, and risk metrics in accordance with corporate standards. Provide support to more junior employees to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
• Lead or support enterprise risk mitigation projects, business continuity and other incident response and security related activities.
• Lead reporting activities that enable quarterly assessments of testing, control effectiveness, residual risk, risk metrics and encourage proactive identification of weaknesses and/or control gaps, while providing sound recommendations to address control gaps.
• Validate, monitor, and provide reporting for findings, remediation plans, and exception requests, escalating risks and issues outside of risk appetite, as applicable.
• Assist with implementation of risk management policies, programs and procedures by participating in projects, reviewing documentation, and/or ensuring engagement of appropriate stakeholders to fully implement requirements.
• Support the management of internal audits and external exams. Participate in pre-regulatory exam preparation activities including collecting and tracking information requests and following up on post exam corrective actions to ensure effectively implemented prior to closure.
• Build and sustain positive working relationships with corporate risk management and line of business executives, managers and teams, while developing an understanding of the business and strategic objectives.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

• OR equivalent experience (required)

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience (required)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Risk Management - Knowledge of processes, tools, and reporting (Tableau/excel) for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations.
• Effective Communications - Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and reporting; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
•  Business Process Design - Knowledge of business process design; ability to develop appropriate techniques to re-examine key processes and focus on optimizing organizational performance.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and reporting; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Cross-Team Integration - Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
• Managing Multiple Priorities - Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy, especially related to reporting (Tableau/excel), data governance, and data quality; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Internal Controls - Knowledge of concept, methods, and processes of internal control; ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.
• Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) - Knowledge of risk and control self-assessment (RCSA); ability to develop, maintain, and enhance reporting to assess, clarify, and appraise significant risks inherent in investment activities as well as to ensure that internal controls, policies, and procedures are accurate and adequate.
• Audit and Compliance Function- Knowledge of major responsibilities and tasks of Audit and Compliance (A&C) function; ability to manage the operation of A&C function in various business environments.
• Regulatory Environment – Financial Services - Knowledge of regulatory environment; ability to help an organization comply with regulations at the federal, state and local level and follow the organization specific policies and guidelines, affecting business practices.
• Strategic Thinking - Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong proficiency in Tableau and familiarity with Power BI; working knowledge of SQL for data extraction and manipulation is a plus.
• Ability to translate data into insights and communicate findings clearly.
• Comprehensive experience with risk management frameworks and RCSA processes; extensive experience highly preferred
• Experience with RSA Archer GRC or equivalent.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• General Office - 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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $79,000.00 - $146,000.00 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.

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Job Posting Expiration Date: 01/14/2026 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.

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