Quantitative Credit Data Analyst

KeyCorp; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 71,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyCorp’s Credit Portfolio Management (CPM) leads quantitative analysis of portfolio performance, risk concentrations, and migration trends, partnering with stakeholders to strengthen decision-making and strategic planning.

This role develops insights from internal and external data, builds dashboards, and communicates actionable recommendations to senior leaders, supporting risk oversight and proactive portfolio management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quantitative field and 3+ years in credit risk or portfolio analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize large datasets.
• Experience querying data with SQL; programming in Python/SAS/R.
• Experience creating dashboards with Tableau/Power BI; strong communication.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative analysis of portfolio performance, risk concentrations and migration trends.
• Develop insights from internal/external data sources and benchmark against peers.
• Support CPM's analytical capabilities, including recalibration of portfolio tolerances and monitoring frameworks.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Finance, Credit Risk, and business lines to meet risk objectives.
• Develop and maintain analytical reporting, dashboards, and monitoring tools; present findings to leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Leadership / coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Data and Business Analytics or other quantitative fields

Tools

SQL

Python

SAS

R

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: 127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

JOB BRIEF (PURPOSE)

Credit Portfolio Management (CPM) is Credit Risk’s centralized analytics area, partnering with key stakeholders throughout the Bank to strengthen Credit decision-making, portfolio risk management, and strategic planning. This role is responsible for leading quantitative analysis and portfolio research efforts, developing insights from internal and external data, and communicating actionable recommendations to senior leaders regarding emerging risks, portfolio performance, industry trends, and credit migration dynamics.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Lead quantitative analysis of portfolio performance, risk concentrations, emerging risks, and credit migration trends across Key's commercial credit portfolios. Develop insights and recommendations through analysis of internal and external data sources, including portfolio performance data, economic indicators, industry trends, and peer benchmarking. Lead efforts to advance CPM's analytical capabilities through continuous improvement initiatives, including the annual recalibration of portfolio tolerances, limits, and related monitoring frameworks. Partner with Treasury, Finance, Credit Risk, and Line of Business stakeholders to support portfolio management, strategic planning, and risk management objectives. Proactively identify opportunities to improve analytical processes, reporting capabilities, data quality, automation, and overall efficiency. Develop and maintain analytical reporting, dashboards, and monitoring tools that support portfolio management, risk oversight, and executive decision-making. Present analytical findings, portfolio assessments, and risk insights to business partners and senior leadership in a clear and actionable manner.

MARGINAL OR PERIPHERAL FUNCTIONS

Perform additional duties or project work as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Data and Business Analytics or other quantitative fields of study or relevant experience. 3+ years of experience in credit risk, portfolio management, quantitative analytics, banking, financial services, or a related discipline. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize large and complex datasets, quantify business impacts, and develop actionable insights supporting strategic, risk management, and portfolio management decisions. Experience utilizing SQL and/or analytical programming languages (Python, SAS, R, or equivalent) to query, analyze, and transform data. Experience developing data visualizations, dashboards, and analytical reporting using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present analytical findings and recommendations to business partners and senior leadership. Demonstrated attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of database concepts, data extraction techniques, process automation, and quantitative analytical methods. Support the development of analysts and less experienced team members through collaboration, coaching, and knowledge sharing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in commercial banking, credit risk management, portfolio analytics, risk reporting, or financial services. Experience utilizing cloud-based analytical platforms, data warehouses, and modern data pipeline architectures. Experience supporting portfolio risk monitoring, concentration management, risk governance, or executive-level reporting. Knowledge of credit migration analysis, portfolio performance measurement, peer benchmarking, early warning indicators, industry risk assessment methodologies, or quantitative modeling techniques.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

Communication

Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts and portfolio insights clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to develop executive-level materials and deliver actionable recommendations.

Partnering / Influencing

Builds strong relationships across Credit Risk, Treasury, Finance, and Line of Business partners. Effectively collaborates across teams, challenges assumptions constructively, and influences decision-making through data-driven insights and recommendations.

Business Acumen

Demonstrates a strong understanding of banking, credit risk, portfolio management, and financial performance drivers. Applies business knowledge to translate analytical findings into meaningful strategic and risk management insights.

Critical Thinking / Problem Solving

Applies analytical rigor and sound judgment to evaluate complex business problems, identify emerging risks, and develop practical solutions. Able to independently formulate hypotheses, assess alternatives, and recommend appropriate courses of action.

Results Orientation

Effectively manages multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy. Demonstrates accountability for outcomes, proactively identifies obstacles, and drives initiatives to completion within established timelines.

Initiative & Continuous Improvement

Demonstrates ownership of analytical processes and outcomes. Proactively identifies opportunities to improve methodologies, reporting, automation, and business processes while driving solutions to completion.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $71,000.00 - $125,000.00 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.

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.

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