Fraud Detection Operations Section Manager

Location:

4224 Ridge Lea Road, Amherst New York

Job Summary

This role manages a staff of Fraud Detection analysts who are responsible for reviewing suspicious activity on client accounts, making determinations whether something is potentially fraudulent, taking appropriate actions to mitigate loss, and contacting clients, as appropriate. The successful Section Manager assumes a leadership role in identifying team and client needs, serving as a SME for all related fraud alert types, as well as having their finger on the pulse of the day-to-day operations of the department. This role encourages creativity and flexibility, as priorities change quickly and considerations are made on how to utilize the staff optimally. The incumbent actively works with strategic partners to monitor expectations and satisfaction with service level agreements on a continuing basis. Additionally, the incumbent provides the highest quality of service to ensure satisfaction with all internal and external clients, while mitigating losses.

Essential Functions

• Lead and guide the day-to-day operations of the team (up to 20 teammates), ensuring service excellence, optimizing workflow, and achieving SLAs for internal partners and clients.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team, including hiring, mentoring, coaching, and promoting inclusivity and a positive team culture.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and bank policies by implementing and testing procedural controls.
• Lead and implement projects or continuous improvement initiatives tied to strategic objectives.
• Hold teammates accountable through the consistent application of performance management processes
• Execute human capital decisions and projects to achieve financial goals and monitor and track key performance indicators.
• Resolve complex client issues, maintaining quality and quantity of production within budget.
• Ensure quality control, adherence to bank standards, and timely implementation of new policies and procedures.
• Monitor, train and coach teams (in office when appropriate) to improve operational efficiency, reduce overhead, and minimize turnover across multiple sites.
• Exercise appropriate internal control disciplines; leverage information within an electronic environment; actively participate in Process Business Reviews.
• Organize workflow and delegate workload to adhere to established service level agreements.
• Partner with other Lines of Business, Risk, and Compliance to leverage strategic partnerships, including in-person sessions.
• Actively seek ways to mitigate risk by putting proper and sustainable controls in place.
• Monitor industry fraud trends
• 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
• Comply with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, always acting professionally, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key and its clients.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

Work Experience

• 3+ years of fraud operations experience (required)
• 3+ years experience in operations leadership or equivalent, preferably within a financial institution or supporting operation (preferred)

Skills

• Experience with Fraud Detection systems used by frontline teammates
• Strong knowledge of core fraud concepts, particularly those related to wires, ACH, Zelle, and all other activity conducted via online banking
• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external clients; acts with customer-centric mindset; gains trust and respect from clients. Demonstrates client sensitivity.
• Influencing others; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
• Team player, gains trust and support of peers, partners and stakeholders. Can organize people and activities and set common goals for the team.
• Prioritize critical tasks into efficient workflow; find opportunities for synergy and integration; simplify complex processes. Eliminates roadblocks; creates focus/
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sets and exceeds goals successfully; strives to be a top performer; bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Effectively copes with change; comfortably works through risk and uncertainty.
• Advanced PC skills and ability to use MS Office (Word, Excel)

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.

Work Location Category

• Hybrid (2+ days)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

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 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: 07/13/2026

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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