Overview:

The Executive Associate Program is designed for 2nd year MBA students who seek to accelerate their career within M&T Bank. Program hires will undergo an immersive leadership experience designed to develop leadership competencies and strategic capabilities. Throughout the first year, the incoming cohort will be introduced to Program alumni, bank wide leadership, and collaborate with peers to drive change to support the vision and goals of the Bank. 

The Ventures team believes that by understanding the external market and innovation trends, M&T can be a proactive participant in defining the future of banking in meaningful ways for customers and employees.  The team identifies trends, recognizes emerging growths, and develops partnerships to help transform the Bank for the future.  In partnership with a network of influencers and FinTech innovators the team works to identify, accelerate, and realize opportunities for customers and employees.  '

The Corporate Ventures and Product Innovation Group combines strategy, thought leadership and execution to shape M&T Bank’s evolution. The team has capabilities across strategy, investment, fintech, partnership development and research. Working in partnership with M&T Bank’s business lines, as well as the broader financial services ecosystem, the Ventures and Product Innovation team identifies and analyzes trends, emerging challenges, and expansion opportunities. The team focuses on forward-thinking opportunities whether they concern clients, vendors, Fintechs or employees.  
 

Primary Responsibilities:        

• Develop and produce high complexity departmental reports and spreadsheets to include but not limited to project or product strategy analysis, historical reporting, work flow analysis, and financial analysis.
• Identify trends, emerging issues and engage relevant stakeholders to develop project plans, organize virtual and physical events, synthesize multiple points of view and communicate findings utilizing such tools as white papers, reports and other relevant formats.
• Perform complex analysis and judgment based work over multiple disciplines to support business decisions
• Lead the creation and maintenance of various reporting dashboards. Go beyond basic reporting and delivery with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and information to provide meaningful insights and professionally communicate those insights to management and business partners.
• Lead continuous improvement of existing processes, develop new processes or enhance existing processes where required including maintenance plans, procedural documentation and custom tools for automation. Identify resources that can be utilized to support business operations or improve existing business processes. Present findings and make recommendations to management.
• Lead in the planning and implementation of new projects, programs, and plans to achieve short and long term business objectives; coordinate of the design and execution of various projects for the promotion and maintenance of the business.
• Take a lead role in supporting departmental audits including user recerts, compliance testing.
• Manage the planning, testing, and implementation of new projects, systems, products and regulatory changes impacting the unit (dept).
• Act as lead for departmental system support, coordinating with business partners, vendors and technology to address issues for the unit (dept).
• Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned

                               

Scope of Responsibilities:

Perform project/management related assignments in field of expertise within the Executive Associate Program.  

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

None

Education and Experience Required:

• Completed MBA from an accredited business school.
• Minimum two years professional, full time work experience. 
• Demonstrated leadership potential, as evidenced through previous work experience, extracurricular activities, or community involvement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically analyze complex business challenges
• Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Work visa sponsorship not offered for this role

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Experience in in consulting or investment banking (M&A, Capital Markets, Equity Research) 

•    Understanding of or experience with venture capital and fintechs

•    Highly Creative 

•    Proven ability to sell ideas internally, build consensus and drive change

•    Strong orientation to analytical rigor, problem solving and consultative role

•    Strong critical thinking skills – ability to understand business plans and objectives of groups as they relate to innovation

 

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $100,000 - $171,000. The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above encompasses all geographic locations. The pay rate specific to your location will fall within this range and is available from your recruiter.

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America