Lead Commercial Closing Officer (Middle Market)

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Brooklyn, OH, USA
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57K-87K Annually
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The Role
Manage pre- and post-closing services for complex commercial loans, including reviewing loan and legal documentation, coordinating execution and funding, resolving risk issues, monitoring approval conditions, and conducting lien, UCC, insurance, and entity reviews. The role coordinates with business lines, legal counsel, clients, and third parties while ensuring compliance, accurate documentation, timely closings, and high-quality service.
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Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Job Summary
The team supports end‑to‑end commercial loan closing and servicing activities, providing operational support across Middle Market, Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lending, Agribusiness, and Real‑Estate‑Secured transactions. The group is responsible for executing and managing moderately complex commercial loans from approval through closing and post‑closing servicing, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with credit approval, risk management standards, and loan documentation requirements.

This role reports to the Commercial Operations Department leader for Middle Market Loan Fulfillment and plays a critical role in supporting business growth while maintaining strong risk and compliance controls.

Lead Service Officers within the team are responsible for either closing or servicing moderately complex commercial loans, both real estate and non‑real‑estate secured. Service Officers are expected to deliver superior client service, proactively drive the loan process forward, and serve as a key point of coordination between internal lines of business (LOB) and external third parties. They collaborate closely with stakeholders to identify and satisfy required items and conditions, adhere to established procedures, and ensure timely, accurate, and compliant loan execution.
Essential Functions

  • Manage all pre- and post-closing services for a portfolio of complex loan structures, including ESOPs, Healthcare, Agribusiness, and Real Estate-secured loans.

  • Collaborate in-person with LOB, legal counsel, and third parties to ensure timely and accurate closings; determine when legal engagement is required.

  • Analyze and resolve risk-related issues, escalate exceptions, and maintain compliance with credit approvals and internal policies.

  • Prepare and review legal documentation, including covenant waivers and Laser Pro Lending (LPL) documents.

  • Coordinate electronic execution of documents and funding processes, including wire call-backs and fiduciary responsibilities for monetary transactions.

  • Monitor and manage reports such as Documentation Exceptions, Conditions of Approval, and Post Approval tracking in nCino.

  • Conduct UCC, lien, and insurance reviews; confirm authorized signers and entity documentation.

  • Participate in client meetings and pipeline discussions which includes onsite participation.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and training compliance which includes onsite meetings.

  • 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

  • Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.

Education

  • 4-year Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or equivalent work experience

Work Experience

  • 2+ years of related experience, preferably in banking 

  • Demonstrated understanding of commercial lending concepts, processes

  • Proficiency in commercial loan documentation and closing

  • Familiarity with commercial banking systems (ex. LoanIQ, SalesForce, LaserPro, DocuSign, BOS)

Skills

  • Strong solution-oriented and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication

  • Effective planning and organizational abilities; high attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote

  • Deliver distinctive personalized service to external and internal clients

Core Competencies

  • All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct.

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 $57,000.00 - $87,000.00 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: 09/05/2026 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 [email protected].



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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 2+ years of related experience, preferably in banking
  • Understanding of commercial lending concepts and processes
  • Proficiency in commercial loan documentation and closing
  • Familiarity with commercial banking systems such as LoanIQ, Salesforce, LaserPro, DocuSign, and BOS
  • Strong solution-oriented problem-solving skills
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Effective planning and organizational abilities with high attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote
  • Ability to deliver personalized service to internal and external clients

KeyBank Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KeyBank and has not been reviewed or approved by KeyBank.

  • Retirement Support A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 7% of eligible pay is positioned as a standout element of the total rewards package. Additional financial programs like discounted stock purchase and banking discounts further strengthen perceived long-term value.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth A pooled PTO bank with amounts that scale by level and tenure is described as a meaningful benefit and a retention lever. Paid parental leave is also included, adding to the breadth of time-off support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness incentives tied to HSA contributions and company-sponsored health and wellbeing programs add tangible non-cash value. A Lifestyle Spending Account and counseling resources expand support beyond traditional medical coverage.

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