Customer Service Specialist- Consumer Banking

As a Customer Service Specialist, you’ll serve as the voice of KeyBank – working as a problem solver for our clients. This is a high energy, fast-paced call center role with unlimited opportunity to learn, grow and work with a talented and supportive team. If you like helping others and feel rewarded by making someone’s day a little better, this is the role for you. The ability to empathize, stay calm and not take client frustration personal are traits that are especially successful in this role.

• Embody a strong client experience culture, being present with every client and teammate and realizing the impact we can have on their day, personally, professionally, and financially

• Receive inbound calls from consumer clients in fast paced environment (in some cases, taking back-to-back calls)

• Answer client questions, problem solving, educating, de-escalating dissatisfied clients, and making suggestions that help deliver our Moments Matter culture

• Provide technical support for Key’s online products and services (PC, mobile, and tablets)

• Collaborate with a wide range of Key Teammates to help solve client challenges

• Ability to navigate multiple screens and software while speaking to clients effectively over the phone free of distractions and background noise (similar to being in the office)

• Comply with all KeyBank policies and procedures, always acting professionally, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and KeyBank

• High school diploma/GED required

• Minimum 1 year client service experience

• Demonstrated success in problem resolution, multi-tasking and attention to detail

• Flexibility, empathy, and patience to work in a fast-paced, high-volume call center

• Ability to read and follow call center “scripts” when handling different scenarios

• Advanced computer skills and working knowledge of how to navigate multiple screens and software, web browsers, websites and mobile applications while speaking to clients

• Must operate seamlessly across voice, chat, messaging, and asynchronous channels, adapting communication style to each experience

• Must demonstrate the ability to use AI and digital tools as thinking partners—prompting effectively, validating outputs, and applying judgment without over-relying on automation

• Must be able to learn new systems, tools, and workflows quickly as technology and client expectations evolve

• Ability to apply policy with sound judgment and reasoning

• Must demonstrate strong listening skills and emotional intelligence to build trust, de-escalate concerns, and deliver personalized client experiences

• Must communicate clearly and confidently in high-pressure or ambiguous situations, guiding clients with transparency and ownership

• Must demonstrate accountability for decisions and outcomes, using available tools and resources to resolve issues end-to-end

• Must exhibit a growth mindset—actively seeking feedback, coaching, and continuous development

• Must balance efficiency with experience by reducing administrative friction and maintaining strong presence with the client

• Schedule flexibility – The hours for the position can change based on business need.  In addition, there is a shift bid process for all Teammates that occurs two times (performance-based schedule options) per year which could result in a schedule change

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s strongly preferred

• 2+ years client service experience in a high volume contact center environment in a highly regulated industry such as banking, insurance, technical support, or healthcare

• Previous experience working in a remote/ work from home environment

• Hard-wired high-speed internet speed - Minimum of 50 MBPS download

• Dedicated home office space

• Distraction and noise free background – we want clients to have the same professional experience that they would have speaking to a Teammate working onsite

This is an evergreen posting. We continuously accept applications for this role to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, your application may be considered for upcoming opportunities aligned with this position.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

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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.

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