Executive Strategic Operations Analyst

This role offers a hybrid work schedule while providing the opportunity for in-person collaboration at our Buffalo, NY Tech Hub.

Overview:

Works closely with senior managers within the Division of Technology to manage key initiatives, including supporting critical cross-functional projects tied to the Bank’s strategic objectives, improving risk management, and ensuring efficiency and sustainability of core processes. Leads and/or supports design, planning, and implementation for time-sensitive, critical programs and projects. Facilitates coordination across internal program teams, senior leaders, and partner groups to ensure alignment and delivery.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in planning and implementing initiatives to achieve short- and long-term business objectives and strategic outcomes. Support development of project roadmaps and plans.
• Provide analytical support for divisional and Bank-wide projects, including summary-level data analysis, interpretation, and development of actionable insights.
• Perform intermediate data manipulation and formatting using tools such as pivot tables, charts, and structured reporting to inform decision-making.
• Develop and produce ad-hoc and automated reports, including workflow, project status, and trend analysis.
• Synthesize qualitative and quantitative information into clear, concise summaries for senior leadership and stakeholder decision-making.
• Coordinate discussions and agenda development for regular meetings with internal program teams, senior leaders, and partner groups to drive alignment and progress.
• 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 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 duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ proven general management, project analysis or project management experience,

OR in lieu of a degree,

A combined minimum of 5 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ proven general management, project analysis or project management experience including a minimum of 2 years’ is project management experience.

Proficiency with personal computers as well as pertinent software packages.

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M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $74,600.00 - $124,400.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America