Location:

1301 Avenue of the Americas, New York New York

Job Summary
Analysts on the Public Finance team are expected to build their basic skills in analyzing, structuring, and executing transactions. Almost all their activities are transaction-oriented, and much of their time is spent on the basic work related to a financing. They are responsible for performing industry research and preparing pitches, management presentations, and other written materials as well as performing financial and bond modeling. Analysts are not assigned new business responsibilities.

Essential Functions

Team member in support of business unit goals and objectives
Continue developing basic skills in analyzing, structuring, and executing transactions while improving business expertise and technical analysis
General understanding of profitability components
Actively participate in client planning sessions. Research and analyze data, preparing and presenting analytical information
Focused on product transactions/executions as opposed to sales originations. Majority of time is spent on the basic work related to financings
Financial and bond modeling
Responsible for general departmental office functions, administrative support for bankers, production of sales/marketing materials, and other office management tasks
Partnering with sales/product team members, responsible for performing industry research, preparing pitch, management presentations, and other written materials using analytical skills
Analysts are not assigned new business responsibilities and have limited/no client contact
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

Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Experience

1+ years of investment banking or similar experience (required)

Licenses and Certifications

FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam within 6 months (required)
FINRA License S79 within 1-1/2 Yrs (required)
FINRA License S63 within 1-1/2 Yrs (required)
FINRA License S52 within 1-1/2 Yrs (required)
FINRA License S50 within 1-1/2 Yrs (required)

Skills

Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Proficiency with DBC Finance software
Good written and verbal communication skills
Supports execution of financing transactions and related documentation
Interprets financial data to support structuring and execution of deals
Assists in developing financing structures aligned with client needs
Understands basic components of transaction profitability
Provides administrative support and manages departmental functions
Contributes to planning sessions with analytical insights
Reviews and interprets policies relevant to public finance transactions
Analyzes financial and market data to support presentations and pitches
Supports research and analysis related to investment strategies
Collects and organizes data for internal and client-facing materials
Understands the fundamentals of municipal and public sector financing
Prepares and reviews financial documents and summaries
Maintains attention to detail and timeliness in transaction support

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 (Sales)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $71,000.00 - $125,000.00 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: 04/01/2026 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 HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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