KeyBank
Location:
1 N Wacker Drive - Chicago, Illinois 60606
About the Role As a Senior UI Designer, Commercial, you will be a key contributor within the Client Experience Design group of the Experience & Design team, responsible for crafting visually compelling and intuitive interfaces for KeyBank's commercial and enterprise banking solutions.
You will translate complex financial workflows into elegant, user‑friendly designs that meet the sophisticated needs of our commercial banking clients while maintaining consistency with KeyBank's design system and brand standards. You will create high‑fidelity designs and interactive prototypes that bring our digital banking experiences to life, ensuring every pixel contributes to a seamless, professional, and trustworthy user experience that reflects our commitment to excellence in commercial banking.
This role requires a talented visual designer who can balance aesthetic excellence with functional requirements, collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, and deliver polished designs that meet the rigorous standards of enterprise financial services.
Key Responsibilities Visual Design Excellence
Design and deliver high‑fidelity UI designs for commercial banking products including dashboards, transaction workflows, and data visualization interfaces
Create pixel‑perfect visual designs that align with KeyBank's Design System while pushing creative boundaries appropriately for enterprise contexts
Develop interactive prototypes using Figma to communicate design intent and interaction patterns to stakeholders and development teams
Ensure visual consistency across all commercial banking touchpoints, maintaining brand integrity while optimizing for usability
Design System & Component Development
Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of KeyBank's Design System, creating reusable components specific to commercial banking needs
Document design patterns, interaction states, and usage guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across products
Collaborate with Principal UI Designers to establish and maintain design tokens, component libraries, and platform‑specific adaptations
Champion accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) and inclusive design practices in all visual design work
Collaboration & Execution
Partner closely with UX strategists to translate wireframes and user flows into compelling visual designs
Work directly with front‑end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs, providing assets, specifications, and guidance
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, design reviews, and retrospectives
Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, incorporating feedback while maintaining design integrity
Campaign & Multi‑Channel Execution
Lead the visual design of multi‑channel campaign activities supporting critical commercial banking initiatives
Create cohesive design experiences across digital platforms including web, mobile, email, and marketing communications
Develop responsive designs that maintain visual excellence across all screen sizes and devices
Optimize designs based on performance metrics and user feedback, iterating quickly to improve effectiveness
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in UI/visual design with a focus on digital products, preferably in financial services or enterprise software
Expert proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual design skills, design system thinking, and complex interface solutions
Deep understanding of typography, color theory, layout principles, and visual hierarchy
Experience creating responsive designs for web and mobile platforms
Proficiency in creating interactive prototypes and micro‑interactions
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front‑end development principles to facilitate developer collaboration
Experience working in Agile environments with cross‑functional teams
Bachelor's degree in Visual Design, Graphic Design, HCI, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in financial services, particularly commercial or enterprise banking
Familiarity with designing complex data visualizations and financial dashboards
Experience with motion design and creating animated prototypes
Knowledge of design tokens and systematic design approaches
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) and inclusive design practices
This position is NOT eligible for employment visa sponsorship for non‑U.S. citizens.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $79,000.00 - $146,000.00 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 subject to individual and company performance.
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $100,000 to $112,000 annually depending on job‑related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short‑term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.
Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 11/28/2025
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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1 N Wacker Drive - Chicago, Illinois 60606
About the Role As a Senior UI Designer, Commercial, you will be a key contributor within the Client Experience Design group of the Experience & Design team, responsible for crafting visually compelling and intuitive interfaces for KeyBank's commercial and enterprise banking solutions.
You will translate complex financial workflows into elegant, user‑friendly designs that meet the sophisticated needs of our commercial banking clients while maintaining consistency with KeyBank's design system and brand standards. You will create high‑fidelity designs and interactive prototypes that bring our digital banking experiences to life, ensuring every pixel contributes to a seamless, professional, and trustworthy user experience that reflects our commitment to excellence in commercial banking.
This role requires a talented visual designer who can balance aesthetic excellence with functional requirements, collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, and deliver polished designs that meet the rigorous standards of enterprise financial services.
Key Responsibilities Visual Design Excellence
Design and deliver high‑fidelity UI designs for commercial banking products including dashboards, transaction workflows, and data visualization interfaces
Create pixel‑perfect visual designs that align with KeyBank's Design System while pushing creative boundaries appropriately for enterprise contexts
Develop interactive prototypes using Figma to communicate design intent and interaction patterns to stakeholders and development teams
Ensure visual consistency across all commercial banking touchpoints, maintaining brand integrity while optimizing for usability
Design System & Component Development
Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of KeyBank's Design System, creating reusable components specific to commercial banking needs
Document design patterns, interaction states, and usage guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across products
Collaborate with Principal UI Designers to establish and maintain design tokens, component libraries, and platform‑specific adaptations
Champion accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) and inclusive design practices in all visual design work
Collaboration & Execution
Partner closely with UX strategists to translate wireframes and user flows into compelling visual designs
Work directly with front‑end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs, providing assets, specifications, and guidance
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, design reviews, and retrospectives
Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, incorporating feedback while maintaining design integrity
Campaign & Multi‑Channel Execution
Lead the visual design of multi‑channel campaign activities supporting critical commercial banking initiatives
Create cohesive design experiences across digital platforms including web, mobile, email, and marketing communications
Develop responsive designs that maintain visual excellence across all screen sizes and devices
Optimize designs based on performance metrics and user feedback, iterating quickly to improve effectiveness
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in UI/visual design with a focus on digital products, preferably in financial services or enterprise software
Expert proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual design skills, design system thinking, and complex interface solutions
Deep understanding of typography, color theory, layout principles, and visual hierarchy
Experience creating responsive designs for web and mobile platforms
Proficiency in creating interactive prototypes and micro‑interactions
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front‑end development principles to facilitate developer collaboration
Experience working in Agile environments with cross‑functional teams
Bachelor's degree in Visual Design, Graphic Design, HCI, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in financial services, particularly commercial or enterprise banking
Familiarity with designing complex data visualizations and financial dashboards
Experience with motion design and creating animated prototypes
Knowledge of design tokens and systematic design approaches
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) and inclusive design practices
This position is NOT eligible for employment visa sponsorship for non‑U.S. citizens.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $79,000.00 - $146,000.00 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 subject to individual and company performance.
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $100,000 to $112,000 annually depending on job‑related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short‑term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.
Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 11/28/2025
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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