Assistant Model Development Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Location:

127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

Job Summary
Reporting to the Senior Manager, ALM Data & Analytics, the candidate is responsible for the data management and analysis surrounding Asset Liability Management (ALM). The successful candidate should have database querying and data transformation expertise and experience dealing with complex and large data sets from multiple sources. The candidate will develop deep understanding of the ALM framework and should have working knowledge of ALM concepts such as liquidity, interest rate risk (IRR) and/or funds transfer pricing (FTP). This role will provide the analyst with comprehensive exposure to the different functions of interest rate risk such as scenario analysis and modeling. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail and strong collaboration and problem-solving across Finance, various Lines of Business (LOB), Finance Division's Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Enablement, and the Quantitative Modeling and Advanced Analytics (QMAA) team. This role will also heavily interact with the ALM production and Methodologies and Models teams.

Responsibilities
Assist in maintaining a clear ALM data inventory (sources, lineage, transformations, owners, controls) for core products and instruments (loans, deposits, securities, derivatives, FTP curves, behavioral attributes)
Assist in defining and monitoring data quality rules (completeness, validity, timeliness, reconciliation tolerances) and ensure breaks are tracked and timely remediated
Help build and implement processes in ALM framework to support centralized forecasting, IRR, FTP, capital and liquidity planning, and internal stress testing
Assist and support the development, implementation, testing and documentation of data processes to support the various modeling initiatives of Corporate Treasury
Assist in producing accurate ALM results and risk reporting that is based on accurate, controlled, well-governed data and analyses that reliably measure and explain balance sheet risk (IRR/IRRBB, NII/EVE sensitivity, optionality/behavioral assumptions) and support risk governance and regulatory expectations
Support and assist the framework and comprehensive process to identify, measure, monitor, and control IRR with strong governance and controls
Execute monthly data load process and reconciliations
Maintain exception logs and issue remediation status
Develop understanding of foundational financial systems and work to develop interfaces to the QRM framework
Partner with multiple developers to understand modeling data requirements and develop data transformations, translation tables, parameters, data loads, security, reports, etc. to support projects/modeling
Work independently with Finance Enablement to ensure data requirements or process changes are identified and incorporated into model development schedule
Coordinate with multiple stakeholders with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and priorities
Perform data and process validation during testing and production phases of projects and ongoing work efforts
Review and process data throughout the month to help ensure that modeling requirements are satisfied
Continuously improve production validation and other processes
Provide modeling support throughout testing and production phases of projects and ongoing work efforts
Participate simultaneously in multiple work efforts and activities
Develop and maintain comprehensive control policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of the data process
Leverage automated technology to achieve the highest level of quality and efficiency
Maintain an awareness of current market and economic conditions
Provide insights into process efficiencies, functional realignments and overall continuous improvement
Participate in strategy discussions around hedging and investing as part of overall balance sheet management

Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (Finance, Information Technology, Accounting or related field)

Experience Qualifications
3+ years of analytical experience in Finance, Business or related field preferred

Required Skills
Familiarity with using, supporting and upgrading ALM software (e.g., QRM, Empyrean)
Experience working with financial reporting systems (e.g., Workday, Essbase)
Curiosity-driven work ethic
Database querying and data transformation expertise (e.g., SQL, python, DB2, SAS)
Proficiency in using analytical tools (Python, SQL, SAS, Visual Basic) and Microsoft Office Suite products
Experience dealing with complex and large data sets from multiple sources to support analytical processes
Experience in basic Treasury, ALM or interest rate risk functions
Strong financial and/or accounting acumen
Interest, willingness and ability to assimilate information quickly and succinctly
Strong verbal and written communication skills coupled with the ability to work and communicate with personnel at all levels in the corporation
Ability to understand and interpret modeling requests/needs, and respond to questions with clear and effective answers, and give cohesive presentations
Proven team player, willing to assist others as needed to ensure that group deadlines are met, and quality standards are achieved
Hands-on experience with database compilation and analysis

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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $71,000.00 - $125,000.00 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.

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Job Posting Expiration Date: 06/24/2026 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.

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