KCIS AI Strategy Leader

Location: 11501 Outlook Street, Overland Park Kansas Job Summary KCIS is a leading third-party commercial loan servicing platform with $720 Billion in assets under management. The KCIS AI Project Manager is responsible for implementing, prioritizing, and enabling artificial intelligence (AI) solutions improving productivity, efficiency, and process consistency across Key Commercial Investor Services (KCIS). Implement AI to high value business workflows—such as servicing, surveillance, and investor reporting—by translating operational needs into practical, scalable AI use cases. The position emphasizes measurable business outcomes with on-time delivery. Essential Functions AI Strategy & Business Process Optimization Collaborate with subject matter experts across line of business to identify business processes where AI can reduce manual effort, improve turnaround time, and enhance data quality. Project Manage AI use cases based on business impact, scalability, risk considerations, and operational feasibility. Translate process inefficiencies into clearly defined AI‑enabled improvement opportunities, identify gaps and track progress via structured periodic reporting. AI Enablement & Productivity Outcomes Promote consistent and repeatable AI usage patterns that can be scaled across teams. Track and communicate productivity, efficiency, and quality improvements enabled by AI solutions. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with business, technology, risk, and data partners to evaluate AI effectiveness and identify enhancement opportunities. Monitor emerging AI capabilities and industry trends relevant to commercial real estate servicing and investor reporting. Support continuous improvement efforts related to business and technology optimization initiatives. Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Project Management, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required). Work Experience Experience in financial services, commercial real estate, servicing, or related regulated environments. Experience translating business problems into technology enabled productivity improvements. Skills Strong understanding of business processes and operational workflows. Ability to apply AI concepts to improve efficiency, quality, and consistency. Strong analytical, problem solving, and outcome measurement skills. Clear communication skills across business and technical audiences. Project Management. Core Competencies All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct. Equipment Used PC or laptop and standard office technology. Enterprise-approved AI platforms and analytics tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot and approved data platforms). Reporting, dashboarding, and document management systems. Training Provided KeyBank enterprise AI governance, ethical AI, and model risk management training. KCIS systems, data platforms, and servicing workflow training. Physical Demands and Travel In office attendance in Overland Park, KS. Occasional travel may be required. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 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 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: 06/29/2026 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #LI-Hybrid 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.