2027 Executive Associate Program - Audit

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank’s Executive Associate Program targets 2nd year MBA students for rapid leadership development in Buffalo, NY. The cohort engages with alumni and bank leaders to drive strategic change in line with the Bank’s goals.

Participants complete high-impact assignments across finance, risk, technology, and client-facing functions, under senior leadership guidance. Strong communication, analytics and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• MBA from an accredited business school.
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership potential through work, activities or community involvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective project management to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Complete project and/or management-related assignments across Treasury, Wealth Management, Institutional Services, Credit, Finance, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and/or Technology and Enterprise Operations.
• Work directly with senior leaders to complete assignments.
• Understand and adhere to risk, regulatory standards, policies and controls.
• Promote an environment of belonging and uphold the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain internal control standards, including audit and regulatory points.
• Complete other related assignments as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

MBA

Job description

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete project and/or management-related assignments in such functional areas as Treasury, Wealth Management, Institutional Services, Credit, Finance, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and/or Technology and Enterprise Operations.
• Work directly with senior leaders in completion of assignments.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports a culture of belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• 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 assignments as requested.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Complete 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 of 3 years’ professional work experience

Demonstrated leadership potential, as evidenced through previous work experience, extracurricular activities, or community involvement

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Strong analytical skills

Strong problem-solving skills to think strategically and critically analyze complex business challenges

Strong project management skills to handle multiple priorities and deadlines

Work visa sponsorship not offered for this role

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

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.