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Commercial Lien Filing Release Specialist

KeyBank, Brooklyn, Ohio, United States

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Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Training: Minimally for the first 30 days. On-site attendance is required. Additional training may be required, and you may be requested onsite.

Location: Hybrid opportunity requiring minimally 2 days in office once training is completed. Wednesday and a day of your choice.

Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Brief (Purpose) The Lead Specialist, Commercial Lien Group serves as a subject matter expert responsible for managing complex collateral servicing activities that support KeyBank's risk mitigation and lien control efforts. This role acts as an internal control point by ensuring collateral is properly perfected and released in compliance with KeyBank policies, departmental procedures, and applicable state and county requirements. The Lead Specialist supports multiple loan portfolios, provides guidance and back-up to team members, and maintains high standards for quality, accuracy, and productivity.

Organizational Overview The Commercial Lien Group is centralized in Brooklyn, Ohio and consists of Collateral Specialists, Workflow Coordinators, and a Department Manager. The team's primary objective is to minimize risk and controllable loss to KeyBank by preparing and releasing collateral loan documentation accurately and timely while ensuring full regulatory and procedural compliance.

Essential Job Functions Collateral Review, Perfection, and Release

Review loan and collateral documentation to ensure KeyBank's security interest is properly established and maintained

Validate that loans are paid in full, including principal, fees, and interest, using applicable loan systems

Perform comprehensive collateral reviews to confirm assets are not associated with other open or outstanding loans or lines of credit

Verify that loans or servicing rights have not been sold or assigned to another financial institution

Obtain required approvals prior to releasing collateral to confirm it is not designated for future lending

Prepare, execute, notarize, and file lien-related documents to perfect or release collateral, either directly or through approved third-party vendors

Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of all actions performed

Servicing and Portfolio Support

Support multiple servicing teams and loan portfolios across a variety of products, including construction and interim loans and lines of credit

Monitor and manage expiring UCC filings and related client service requests

Build, track, and resolve document exceptions in accordance with departmental standards

Monitor incoming new loan, modification, and document management requests and maintain accurate documentation and loan status logs

Track the receipt of required legal documentation from loan closings and modifications

Leadership, Communication, and Collaboration

Serve as a subject matter expert and provide assistance and guidance to Relationship Managers, Relationship Officers, Closers, and Servicing Officers regarding post-closing documentation requirements

Provide back-up coverage for all aspects of servicing across the team as needed

Clearly and promptly communicate issues, risks, or concerns to management and appropriate business partners

Maintain effective communication with Service Officers, Closers, lending staff, internal partners, and external clients

Performance, Quality, and Compliance

Meet established service level, quality, and productivity standards following the onboarding period

Adhere to all KeyBank policies, departmental procedures, and regulatory requirements

Support departmental initiatives and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Strong solution-oriented and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex legal documents

Demonstrated ability to independently perform complex research

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent real estate or financial services experience

Knowledge of commercial loan documentation and collateral structures

Experience with loan systems, preferably CLS and Loan IQ

Experience using the KeyView Deluxe application

Prior experience in collateral processing, loan records, underwriting, or related financial services roles

Equipment Used Personal computer; multi-function copier/fax machine; virtual telephone system

Training Provided Bank systems training; written procedures; on-the-job training with a subject matter expert

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $18.75 - $25.00 per hour. 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 03/01/2026

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