Senior Operational Risk Testing Leader - Hybrid

KeyBank; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyBank is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Risk Evaluation and Assurance Program (REA) within Compliance Risk Management. You will guide a team of testing professionals, align with lines of business, and ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of controls across products and functions.

The role requires deep knowledge of banking operations, regulatory expectations, and data-driven risk assessment. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration are essential in this hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; strong background in compliance/risk management preferred.
• Minimum 6 years in compliance, risk management, or audit with a focus on risks and controls.
• Advanced knowledge of financial services regulations (OCC, FRB, state laws).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate results to diverse audiences and collaborate with mgmt.
• Experience with data analysis tools and Microsoft Office or analytics software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of operational risk testing professionals and oversee risk-based monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Provide guidance and strategic direction to staff engaging line of business management and compliance partners.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise in banking operations and risk management strategies.
• Use data analysis tools to assess risks, identify weaknesses, and evaluate controls.
• Assist in designing and implementing the REA program's testing plans and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Project management

Team management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SAS

Tableau

ACL

Job description

KeyBank is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Risk Evaluation and Assurance Program (REA) within Compliance Risk Management. You will guide a team of testing professionals, align with lines of business, and ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of controls across products and functions.

The role requires deep knowledge of banking operations, regulatory expectations, and data-driven risk assessment. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration are essential in this hybrid