Sourcing Recruiter

Location:

4900 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

About the Job:

The Sourcing Recruiter reports to the Talent Acquisition Team Leader and is responsible for identifying and converting passive talent to Key’s; including but not limited to developing and executing recruiting plans through research, cold calling, candidate development, assessment and presentation. As a partner to the line of business recruiters and hiring managers, the Sourcing Recruiter is expected to provide market intelligence to inform talent decisions. This role will be largely aligned to Key’s Commercial Bank, but will support other strategic growth priorities as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Drawing on business and market knowledge, serves as a partner to senior recruiters at Key to develop and execute targeted recruiting plans to support defined talent needs
• Builds and executes search plans which include target lists, job description review and validation, candidate assessment criteria, sourcing methodologies and tools, research, proactive cold calling and candidate development, assessment and presentation of a qualified and diverse candidate slate.
• Prioritizes work against strategic priorities and sets appropriate expectations with Senior Recruiters
• Utilizes passive and direct sourcing techniques to identify and attract prospective candidates and build talent pipeline
• Rigorously assesses talent through behavior-based interviewing
• Understands and leverages external market trends to inform talent and organization decisions as well as assist with workforce planning and provide for opportunistic hiring of talent
• Fully utilizes Key’s talent acquisition technology and tools
• Leverages a diverse set of recruiting resources as for identifying and sourcing potential leads
• Represents and differentiates KeyBank to external candidates by effectively describing Key’s businesses, strategy, culture and values
• Assists in the facilitation and execution of internal talent slating and movement when appropriate
• Partners with KeyBank’s Talent Acquisition Team Managers and recruiting peers to share talent, market intelligence, and best practice recruiting methodology
• Establishes and nurtures close partnerships with peers, other HR COEs, and HR partners
• Develops and maintains understanding of recruiting best practices, as well as an understanding of client businesses and business plans
• Participates in appropriate department, client and/or Corporate HR meetings, initiatives and projects
• Complies with all Talent Acquisition and broader KeyBank policies, procedures and risk requirements
  
  
  

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent recruiting experience required
• A minimum of 3 years of experience recruiting for senior bankers, relationship managers and/or leadership roles in banking; preferably Commercial, Corporate or Institutional banking
• Must possess and exhibit the maturity, poise, polish, presence, intellect, and organizational and communication skills necessary to successfully interact with a variety of individuals including senior hiring managers and external candidates
• A proven partner to recruiters and/or hiring managers relative to recruiting plans and execution, candidate assessment and hiring, and market intelligence. Demonstrates strong influencing skills; is not an order taker.
• Strong business acumen with an entrepreneurial spirit and a thirst for knowledge of the business
• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced, complex and deadline-oriented environment
• A proven self-starter with the ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships
• Strong project management, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Drive to deliver results, take accountability and ownership of work, and proactively strive for continuous improvement
• Big picture thinker who is also highly detail-oriented and possesses strong time management skills
• High energy and proactive attitude; seeks to contribute
• Efficient and resourceful; leverages technology
  
  
  

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.
  
  
  

Travel

• Occasional travel to include overnight stay.
  
  
  

Work Location Category

• Hybrid (3 days)
  
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $69,000.00 - $105,000.00 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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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: 04/19/2026 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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