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Data Governance Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before sponsoring your H-1B visa, certifying that your role meets prevailing wage standards for your work location.
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127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio
Location: Cleveland, OH or Buffalo NY preferred.
- Hybrid Requirement (if within specific cities): Selected candidate resides in Key Bank footprint are expected to work on-site 3 days per week at the nearest KeyBank office (non-branch location).
- Remote Option: If the selected candidate lives outside of KeyBank’s geographic footprint, the position will be considered fully remote.
JOB BRIEF (PURPOSE)
The Governance Manager – Credit & Lending serves as a key member of the first line Risk team within the Commercial Bank, with responsibility for executing and overseeing governance activities related to the Commercial lending portfolio, including Middle Market and Financial Sponsor relationships.
The role is accountable for establishing, managing, and enhancing governance processes that support sound credit risk management, regulatory readiness, and effective portfolio oversight. This includes partnering closely with business, risk, and control functions to support delinquency oversight, risk assessments, regulatory examinations, internal audits, portfolio reviews, and executive-level reporting.
The position requires a strong ability to translate data and risk insights into clear narratives, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and provide credible challenge and oversight while enabling disciplined growth. The ideal candidate brings experience operating in a highly regulated lending environment, with strong project management, communication, and analytical capabilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Support governance activities tied to the Commercial lending portfolio, including oversight of delinquency trends, forecasting, and emerging credit risk themes
- Participate in risk profile assessments, contributing analysis and business commentary for internal risk forums, leadership updates, and governance reporting
- Review and assess risk acceptance requests related to Middle Market and other Commercial lending activities, ensuring alignment with risk appetite, policy requirements, and governance expectations
- Manage the Middle Market Financial Sponsor review process, including:
- Developing and maintaining review documentation
- Facilitating sponsor review forums and governance discussions
- Preparing summary materials and outcomes for leadership
- Design and implement an annual Financial Sponsor portfolio review process, leveraging internal data and partnering with stakeholders to:
- Build dashboards and reporting
- Identify risk themes, concentrations, and trends
- Deliver clear, executive-ready insights
- Assist in the preparation and management of monthly and periodic business reviews for the Commercial loan portfolio
- Synthesize large volumes of information into clear narratives, key takeaways, and actionable recommendations for senior leadership
- Serve as a first-line liaison for regulatory exams, internal audits, and independent risk reviews related to credit and lending activities
- Coordinate collection of documentation, responses, and evidence from business partners
- Track and support remediation of findings, issues, and action plans related to governance or portfolio oversight
- Partner effectively with business leaders, second line risk management, compliance, operations, and finance to enhance governance processes
- Identify opportunities to improve oversight frameworks, reporting, and governance efficiency
- Maintain strong awareness of regulatory expectations, internal policies, and industry trends impacting Commercial credit and lending activities
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; industry experience preferred
- Experience in risk management, first line of risk, governance, or risk oversight
- Credit or lending knowledge within a Commercial or Banking environment
- Experience working in a highly regulated industry, preferably Banking or Financial Services
- Project management experience, including managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders
- Experience supporting or interacting with regulatory exams, internal audits, or control reviews
- Demonstrated ability to present to senior leadership and executives
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and Tableau preferred
- Proven track record of creating, implementing, and sustaining governance or oversight processes
- Strong ability to analyze data, synthesize insights, and develop clear, concise narratives
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to partner effectively, build networks, and influence across functions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience supporting Commercial Bank or Middle Market portfolios
- Familiarity with Financial Sponsor business models and portfolio monitoring
- Experience with portfolio dashboards, risk metrics, or credit analytics
- Exposure to risk governance forums, business risk committees, or portfolio review processes
- Professional certifications related to risk, credit, audit, or project management (preferred, not required)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This role requires standard office-based physical activities such as sitting, standing, and working at a computer for extended periods.
TRAVEL/ DRIVING REQUIREMENTS
Minimal to no travel expected
Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be mobile or home based, which means you may work either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 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: 08/31/2026
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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Location:
127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio
Location: Cleveland, OH or Buffalo NY preferred.
- Hybrid Requirement (if within specific cities): Selected candidate resides in Key Bank footprint are expected to work on-site 3 days per week at the nearest KeyBank office (non-branch location).
- Remote Option: If the selected candidate lives outside of KeyBank’s geographic footprint, the position will be considered fully remote.
JOB BRIEF (PURPOSE)
The Governance Manager – Credit & Lending serves as a key member of the first line Risk team within the Commercial Bank, with responsibility for executing and overseeing governance activities related to the Commercial lending portfolio, including Middle Market and Financial Sponsor relationships.
The role is accountable for establishing, managing, and enhancing governance processes that support sound credit risk management, regulatory readiness, and effective portfolio oversight. This includes partnering closely with business, risk, and control functions to support delinquency oversight, risk assessments, regulatory examinations, internal audits, portfolio reviews, and executive-level reporting.
The position requires a strong ability to translate data and risk insights into clear narratives, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and provide credible challenge and oversight while enabling disciplined growth. The ideal candidate brings experience operating in a highly regulated lending environment, with strong project management, communication, and analytical capabilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Support governance activities tied to the Commercial lending portfolio, including oversight of delinquency trends, forecasting, and emerging credit risk themes
- Participate in risk profile assessments, contributing analysis and business commentary for internal risk forums, leadership updates, and governance reporting
- Review and assess risk acceptance requests related to Middle Market and other Commercial lending activities, ensuring alignment with risk appetite, policy requirements, and governance expectations
- Manage the Middle Market Financial Sponsor review process, including:
- Developing and maintaining review documentation
- Facilitating sponsor review forums and governance discussions
- Preparing summary materials and outcomes for leadership
- Design and implement an annual Financial Sponsor portfolio review process, leveraging internal data and partnering with stakeholders to:
- Build dashboards and reporting
- Identify risk themes, concentrations, and trends
- Deliver clear, executive-ready insights
- Assist in the preparation and management of monthly and periodic business reviews for the Commercial loan portfolio
- Synthesize large volumes of information into clear narratives, key takeaways, and actionable recommendations for senior leadership
- Serve as a first-line liaison for regulatory exams, internal audits, and independent risk reviews related to credit and lending activities
- Coordinate collection of documentation, responses, and evidence from business partners
- Track and support remediation of findings, issues, and action plans related to governance or portfolio oversight
- Partner effectively with business leaders, second line risk management, compliance, operations, and finance to enhance governance processes
- Identify opportunities to improve oversight frameworks, reporting, and governance efficiency
- Maintain strong awareness of regulatory expectations, internal policies, and industry trends impacting Commercial credit and lending activities
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; industry experience preferred
- Experience in risk management, first line of risk, governance, or risk oversight
- Credit or lending knowledge within a Commercial or Banking environment
- Experience working in a highly regulated industry, preferably Banking or Financial Services
- Project management experience, including managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders
- Experience supporting or interacting with regulatory exams, internal audits, or control reviews
- Demonstrated ability to present to senior leadership and executives
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and Tableau preferred
- Proven track record of creating, implementing, and sustaining governance or oversight processes
- Strong ability to analyze data, synthesize insights, and develop clear, concise narratives
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to partner effectively, build networks, and influence across functions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience supporting Commercial Bank or Middle Market portfolios
- Familiarity with Financial Sponsor business models and portfolio monitoring
- Experience with portfolio dashboards, risk metrics, or credit analytics
- Exposure to risk governance forums, business risk committees, or portfolio review processes
- Professional certifications related to risk, credit, audit, or project management (preferred, not required)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This role requires standard office-based physical activities such as sitting, standing, and working at a computer for extended periods.
TRAVEL/ DRIVING REQUIREMENTS
Minimal to no travel expected
Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be mobile or home based, which means you may work either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 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: 08/31/2026
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Data Governance Manager
Align your credentials to SOC codes
Data Governance Manager roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on whether the emphasis is IT or compliance. Check O*NET to confirm which classification fits your experience before applying, since the SOC code drives the prevailing wage tier on your LCA.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified DOL LCA filings for data governance or data management roles. Employers with a filing track record have already navigated the H-1B process and are far less likely to back out after an offer.
Document your data governance scope formally
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Data Governance Manager role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Gather employer documentation showing that your duties involve policy design, metadata architecture, or regulatory compliance rather than general IT project coordination.
Verify prevailing wage before evaluating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify at least this wage, and a below-threshold offer signals a filing problem before it becomes yours.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
If you're starting a role on a specific date tied to a project launch or fiscal year, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard H-1B adjudication can stretch several months, and a delayed approval affects your start date directly.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter early
If your highest credential is a three-year bachelor's or a non-U.S. degree, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before the offer stage. USCIS requires specialty occupation petitions to demonstrate degree equivalency, and late documentation delays your I-129 filing.
H-1B Visa Data Governance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Governance Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as information systems, computer science, data management, or a related discipline. Roles focused on policy frameworks, data quality standards, or regulatory compliance typically satisfy the specialty occupation definition. Employers must document that the position's duties require this degree-level expertise, not just general business or IT experience.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Data Governance Manager roles?
Financial services firms, healthcare systems, large technology companies, and federal contractors are among the most active H-1B sponsors for data governance roles, since they operate under strict data compliance regimes like HIPAA, SOX, and GDPR that require dedicated governance infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers who have filed DOL Labor Condition Applications for data governance and data management positions specifically.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Data Governance Manager H-1B filings?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location, as determined by DOL. Data Governance Manager roles can fall under different SOC codes depending on whether the focus is IT management or compliance, and each code carries a different wage floor. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check which wage level applies to your specific role before the offer is finalized.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if my Data Governance Manager role changes significantly?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer your status to a new employer by filing a new I-129 petition before your current authorization expires. If the new role's SOC code or job duties differ materially from your original petition, your new employer's attorney should document the specialty occupation basis for the updated position. A significant change in scope, such as moving from a technical data stewardship role to a compliance management role, may require additional supporting documentation.
What documentation should I expect to provide for an H-1B petition as a Data Governance Manager?
Your employer will typically need your academic transcripts, a detailed job description tying your duties to a specific degree field, and any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation nexus between a data governance role and your specific degree is not immediately clear. Having a strong offer letter that specifies your governance responsibilities, reporting structure, and the technical frameworks you'll manage strengthens the petition significantly.