Payments Associate, Real Estate

Location:

127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio

Payments Associates act as the primary day‑to‑day leaders for analytical and business development support, including pipeline management, financial modeling, payment process analysis, deal audits and bookings, industry research and the preparation of various presentations and documents, relationship reviews, new business pitch material, RFP responses and onboarding plans. The role’s primary responsibility is to interact with Payments Advisors, Market Leads and Line of Business Partners, who own strategic payment engagements with corporate clients and prospects.

This role may also own entire transactions and interface directly with clients in presentation, negotiation, and delivery of payment solutions.

• Work with Payments Advisors, Market Leads and Line of Business Partners to organize and manage pipelines and prepare new business deliverables presented to c‑suite leaders of corporate clients and prospects.
• Generate ideas and analytical materials in support of new client meetings – interact with support partners to garner research and subject matter expertise.
• Interact with Fintech partners to solve complex technology solution challenges and facilitate seamless integration to the bank as well as partner solutions.
• Build client industry expertise and apply it toward new partner and solution development – collaborate with the Product & Innovation team to launch appropriate product and solution expansions.
• Develop primary relationships with select clients and work with Payments Advisors, Market Leads and Line of Business Partners on appropriate strategy and solution roadmap to drive revenue.
• Work with the data and analytics team to build and enhance reporting and analytical mechanisms using Tableau, Salesforce and various industry tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Comply with all Key Bank policies and procedures, including acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business (Accounting, Finance, Economics) or Technical Sciences (Computer Science, Engineering, Physics) – preferred.

1–3 years of experience in business, finance, technology, or relevant fields – required.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce and Tableau.
• Strong quantitative skills, including financial modeling and financial statement analysis.
• Ability to quickly absorb and leverage developing technology and commercial cash management products and services, with an understanding of Fintech, emerging payments methods and financial operations.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent organization, communication, and research skills.
• Strong team player; motivated self‑starter; able to meet deadlines.
• Desire to be part of a close‑knit group operating in an intensive commercial environment.
• Financial modeling and strong analytical acumen.
• Analyzing and synthesizing large data sets and industry trends.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Competitive drive to win and high degree of curiosity.

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

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 lb.

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $63,000.00 – $96,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives. Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Posting Expiration Date: 07/08/2026