Home Equity Process Owner
The Home Equity Process Owner will collaborate across the Home Lending organization to define, document, and optimize the Home Equity process. This role involves evaluating, designing, and improving business processes for better efficiency, speed, and quality. The candidate must work closely with cross-functional teams to support data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. They will use continuous improvement tools, methodologies, and analytical skills to help prioritize process improvements based on data and user feedback. Additionally, they are responsible for consistent documentation of Home Equity processes, including system-level SOPs for training and job aids.
Leading into the launch of Home Equity in 2025 and 2026, the Home Equity Process Owner will play a key role in the design and implementation of the improved Home Equity process by :
- Partnering with existing stakeholders to understand current process and pain points
- Understanding the desired outcomes and how they influence changes to existing processes
- Converting user feedback and technical specs into procedural flows that help technology partners and end users stay aligned on the design
- Working closely with technology teams to "bridge" the communication between technology partners and stakeholders
Post launch in 2026, the Home Equity Process Owner will regularly :
Lead in delivering backlog items through process definition, compliance reviews, and stakeholder engagement, working with change management and leadership teams to implement changesPartner with internal stakeholders to identify process improvements via objective, data-driven analysisCollaborate to find solutions for complex problems using ingenuity and innovationFoster an atmosphere of openness and inclusiveness across teams by building cooperative relationships across the organization to achieve business objectivesMaintain process maps and job aids for Home Equity originations, including exit criteria, quality metrics, regulatory controls, and turnaround timesAdopt an E2E mindset, understanding the interplay between sales and fulfillment processesDemonstrate strategic thinking by anticipating client needs and solving complex problems, contributing to business strategy executionContinuously learn new tools, processes, or approaches to improve team capabilities and existing processesRequired Skills :
A minimum of 5 years in business consulting or a transformational role, to include working with customer facing businesses and / or customersSubstantiated comfort level with senior leadership across an organization without boundaries; understands the business model and how to navigate to achieve desired outcomesExtensive banking experience (lending preferred, home lending advantageous)Strong analytical skillsCompetence in understanding and learning the supported software application platform(s)Capability to work effectively in group / team settings with strong collaboration skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAccountability for tasks and actionsProficient written and verbal communication skillsFamiliarity with Agile methodologiesProficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPointProficient at identifying performance measurements, consulting on dashboards and monitoring of on-going performanceKeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and 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, disability or veteran status.