Location:

For Those Who Work At Home - Various, Ohio 44144

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Internal Audit is the third line of defense and is accountable to the KeyCorp Audit Committee, responsible for providing an independent and objective perspective on KeyCorp's processes and risks through assessment and testing of the adequacy and effectiveness of Key's risk management policies and practices, while also ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations. This is accomplished through completion of an Annual Audit Plan, which includes both risk evaluations and risk reviews (internal audits).   

 

The Senior Lead Auditor will focus on talent initiatives within Internal Audit, including execution of the talent strategy, organizing the training and professional development of internal audit, preparing Audit Committee presentations related to talent and associated metrics, and ad hoc reporting assignments.  The Senior Lead Auditor will also work with others on the PPAS team to provide counsel and support for Internal Audit on various audit related topics to help ensure that Internal Audit continuously complies with Institute of Internal Audit standards and Regulatory expectations.  The PPAS team is highly collaborative and works on many different projects throughout the year to support the success and effectiveness of Internal Audit.   

 

The Professional Practices and Strategy (PPAS) team is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Standards for the Risk Review Group with alignment and adherence to the IIA, FRB, and OCC guidance.  Additionally, PPAS manages and completes the Quality Assurance program for Internal Audit.  PPAS is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of materials presented to the Audit Committee on a bi-monthly basis, which can include plan status updates, talent management materials, findings analyses and updates on the continuous improvement efforts of Internal Audit.  Lastly, PPAS is responsible for executing strategic change initiatives identified by the Senior Leadership Team that would broadly impact the Internal Audit. 

Responsibilities

Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of audit concepts with a solid understanding of audit concepts within internal audit including documentation of planning deliverables, testing, audit findings and audit reports to be utilized in the development of training.Consistently demonstrate intermediate business writing skills and cohesively present information effectively to others which will be utilized to develop training and work with internal and external partners on such matters.  Prioritize and execute multiple assignments; identifies obstacles within the scope of assignments; proactively communicate delays in assigned deliverables or additional capacity availability; effectively delegate work when necessary.Exhibit intermediate leadership skills by leading or providing oversight on stand-alone and integrated reviews or ad-hoc projects while managing staff and delivering feedback on performance.Exhibit an intermediate understanding of product skills and business, industry and regulatory concepts.Develop relationships with clients; thoughtfully engage in networking with members of your team, within the Internal Audit teams and across Key, to build lasting relationships.Performs other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without noticeComplies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.

Education Qualifications

 Bachelor’s Degree – preferredMaster’s Degree – preferred 4-6 years of audit or related experience Relevant professional certification (CIA, CPA, etc.)– preferred  

Experience Qualifications

3+ years of relevant audit experience (preferred)

Tactical Skills

Strong product skills and understanding of business, industry, and regulatory concepts.Strong knowledge across business and functions.Ability to leverage business acumen to advise and consult with leaders within area of expertise.Developing ability to draw insight from risk intelligence and make valuable recommendations.

Personal Skills

Adaptability: Demonstrates a willingness to listen to other opinions and adjusts to new or changing assignments, processes, and people while avoiding snap reactionsCollaboration: Demonstrates experience in participating in productive collaborative processes that help solve business problems and meet business goalsCritical Thinking: The ability to identify, obtain, and organize relevant data and ideas and prioritize concerns in the decision-making processDecision Making: The ability to select the right activities to work on from a range of competing priorities and stands by decisions in the face of conflict or unexpected outcomesProblem Solving: Demonstrates the ability to examine a specific problem and understand the perspective of stakeholders; uses fact-finding techniques to identify and document specific problems

Practical Skills

Analytical Thinking: Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been or can be used to resolve problems and names specific tools or techniques to support the processBusiness Acumen: Participates in business tasks to get things done in own business unit and communicates key considerations for business decision-making processesChange Navigation: Articulates the rationale for, and positive and negative consequences of change so as to help others adapt; encourages exploration of non-traditional ideas by team members leveraging the concept of continuous improvementData Analysis: Demonstrates a basic understanding of the concepts underlying data analytics and lists the major sources for collecting data and conducting data analysisOral & Written Communication: Possesses the ability to adapt listening and facilitation style to others’ communication styles and uses various approaches appropriately and effectively

Core Competencies

All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and sustain proficiency in identified Leadership Competencies.

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 $80,000 to $90,000 annually depending on 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: 02/28/2025

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

 

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