Business Banking Relationship Manager

KeyBank • Syracuse, NY • 17h ago

Location:

201 South Warren Street, Syracuse New York

**APPLICANTS MAY RESIDE ANYWHERE WITHIN THE SYRACUSE MARKET WHERE WE HAVE A BRANCH LOCATION

Job Summary**

The Business Banking RM Serves as the relationship manager and financial advisor to clients, introducing a full range of core Business Banking products, differentiated capabilities, and comprehensive solutions to meet client needs and exceed customer service expectations. This role focuses on acquiring new relationships and managing and growing existing client relationships. Our bankers are expected to demonstrate strong risk management acumen, including credit, operational, and compliance risks, to act as the first line of defense in adhering to KeyBank's profitability standards and moderate risk profile.

Essential Functions

Serves as the trusted financial advisor and business partner to clients, functioning as the Business Banking client "expert" and primary contact for most client-related matters.

Drives focused growth and business development by creating and maintaining a clear and holistic understanding of the client's or prospect's business/industry; analyzes data and relevant client business and industry trends.

Provides and educates the client on Key's capabilities and how KeyBank products can help impact their business (cash management, payments, equipment finance, etc.).

Maintains an active prospecting effort, including identification, qualification, and calling; develops an active Center of Influence (COI) referral network.

Assembles cross-functional teams to quickly respond to customer requests when not able to address requests personally. Knows when and how to bring in teams of experts and identify cross-sell opportunities.

Continuously improves functional/technical sales and credit expertise and transfers this knowledge to team members; partners effectively with Credit as the first level sponsor for credit decisions.

Leads and participates in credit processes and assumes ultimate accountability for all portfolio activities/issues ensuring sound asset quality, including underwriting, structuring, and portfolio management activities; assures accurate risk assessment of assigned portfolio.

Performs other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

Complies 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

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (required)

Work Experience

A minimum of 3 years of experience in a small business/commercial lending environment. (required)

A minimum of 1 year of experience in cross-selling products and an ability and track record to meet or exceed aggressive sales goals (required)

Skills

Ability to build trust by taking a client centric approach

Deploys a long-term, innovative approach to problem solving and decision making with clients to build the relationship and generate solutions

Demonstrates expertise within defined industry or geography (vertical/sub vertical) and within product set

Exhibits a relentless focus on creating and driving revenue growth and generating results

Understanding of financial, operational, and strategic drivers of client organizations to provide relevant and impactful banking solutions.

Uses structured sales methodologies, principles and practices without losing sight of the client and environment

Understands Key's risk culture and effectively manages risk/reward trade-offs

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.

Travel

Occasional travel to include overnight stay.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 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 (https://www.key.com/about/careers/working-with-us/benefits.html) 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: 04/30/2026

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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KeyBank is an organization collectively committed to helping you unlock your potential and discover what truly drives you. Working here means sharing our purpose to help our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive. You'll find genuinely supportive teammates, a flexible, inclusive work environment, challenging projects, accessible leaders, and opportunities to grow in your position and your career. For 200 years, Key has opened doors in our communities. Let us open one for you.

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