Strategic Planning & Growth Enablement Leader Commercial Bank
Listed on 2026-06-21
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Management
Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst -
Business
Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst
Location
Location: 127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio;
Cleveland, OH or Buffalo NY;
Cleveland OH, preferred.
- Hybrid Requirement (if within specific cities):
Selected candidate resides in Key Bank footprint are expected to work on-site 3 days per week at the nearest Key Bank office (non-branch location). - Remote Option:
If the selected candidate lives outside of Key Bank's geographic footprint, the position will be considered fully remote. - Open to those residing in the United States.
As a leader in the Commercial Bank Strategy & Ventures Team, the Strategic Planning Leader will partner closely with the Head of Strategy, Commercial Bank leadership, and external stakeholders to define, prioritize, and execute strategic business initiatives.
This role requires developing a deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, product capabilities, and the competitive landscape to support sustained business growth. The leader will own a portfolio of high-priority, interrelated initiatives and establish operating rhythms to deliver against shared business objectives.
The Strategic Planning Leader will drive clarity, alignment, and execution across complex, fast-moving priorities by leveraging strong business acumen, critical thinking, and relationship management skills. This role is instrumental in enabling the Commercial Bank to achieve its growth ambitions over the next strategic planning horizon.
Essential Functions- Lead multiple strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, including engagement with third-party partners
- Collaborate across internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment and achieve business outcomes
- Own, grow, and optimize partnerships across fintechs, venture capital firms, and strategic industry groups
- Lead national and market-level Commercial Bank strategic planning in partnership with Strategy and Performance Management teams
- Serve as the central point of coordination for Commercial Bank Healthcare strategy, partnering across sales, product, operations, and cross-line-of-business teams
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and ensure effective execution across stakeholders
- Establish governance, operating rhythms, and performance tracking mechanisms to support execution
- Define success metrics and key performance indicators; monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed
- Influence senior leadership, including the Commercial Bank Leadership Team (CBLT), to align priorities and accelerate decision-making
- Identify and remove barriers to execution to ensure consistent delivery of strategic objectives
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Strategy, or a related field required
- MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- 8+ years of experience in strategy planning, management consulting, program management, corporate development or relevant industry roles
- 5 years in commercial banking or related industry experience
- Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives
- Experience with in financial services, fintech, venture capital, or partnership-driven environments
- Proven ability to work with and influence senior executives and leadership teams
- Experience managing external partners, vendors, or consulting resources preferred
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CFA, PMP, or similar) are a plus
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate complex business challenges into clear, actionable strategies
- Initiative Leadership: Proven ability to lead multiple, high-priority initiatives simultaneously
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to drive alignment across diverse teams (sales, product, operations, strategy)
- Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to influence and align senior leaders while building strong relationships across internal teams and external partners
- Business Acumen: Deep understanding of commercial banking, market dynamics, and growth drivers
- Data-Driven Performance Management: Leverages analytical thinking to guide decision-making, define KPIs, track progress, and drive accountability for results
- Program Management: Expertise in structuring work, managing dependencies, and…
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