M&T Bank Corporation

Senior Executive Strategic Operations Analyst

M&T Bank Corporation • $89K — $149K *
Buffalo, NY 14221Hybrid
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with minimum 4 years project management experience or 8 years combined higher education/work experience with 4 years project management.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience in managing complex projects across multiple stakeholders and functions.
  • Ability to distill complex information into clear insights and executive updates.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, cross-functional projects from planning to execution.
  • Bring organization to ambiguous business challenges and set clear priorities.
  • Analyze data to identify trends and insights for effective decision-making.
  • Develop materials for senior leaders including presentations and project updates.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities and drive initiatives forward.
  • Monitor project performance, risks, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support strategic transformation and operational improvements through process enhancements.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangement with four days onsite and one day remote per week.
  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Support for health and wellness initiatives.
  • Strong emphasis on adherence to regulatory standards and internal controls.
Full Job Description
This role is four days onsite at our Seneca One Buffalo, NY location, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week
Overview:

Day to day, this role turns "what we need to do" into a clear plan and a set of decision-ready updates-building simple but durable project artifacts (combining scope, milestones, risks, dependency & stakeholder maps) - translating quantitative & qualitative data and business updates into concise insights, and creating executive-ready materials (briefing decks, status readouts, options/recommendations). The ideal candidate can bring structure to evolving priorities, run an effective operating cadence with partners, and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution, including defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder roles.
  • Bring structure to ambiguous business problems by clarifying priorities, organizing workstreams, identifying key decisions, and establishing a practical path forward.
  • Analyze data, updates, and business context to identify trends, risks, gaps, and non-obvious insights that inform decision-making.
  • Develop executive-ready materials including presentations, briefings, project updates, recommendations, and decision support for senior leaders.
  • Partner with stakeholders across business lines and functions to gather requirements, align priorities, manage expectations, and drive initiatives forward.
  • Monitor project performance and execution risk including scope, schedule, budget, dependencies, issues, change controls, and corrective actions.
  • Exercise sound judgment and influence by determining when to escalate, when to independently resolve issues, and when to respectfully challenge assumptions or direction.
  • Support strategic transformation and operational improvement through process enhancement, change management, reporting, and execution support.
  • Maintain adherence to risk, regulatory, audit, compliance, and internal control standards in accordance with M&T Bank requirements.
    Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects 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.


Core Competencies:
  • Operating in ambiguity
  • Structured thinking and problem solving
  • Strategic analysis and data-driven storytelling
  • Executive communication and presentation development
  • Stakeholder management and influence
  • Judgment, prioritization, and escalation discipline
  • Cross-functional project and initiative management


Education and Experience Required:
  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years' proven project management experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 8 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 4 years' project management experience.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience managing complex projects, initiatives, or workstreams involving multiple stakeholders or functional areas.
  • Experience translating complex information into clear insights, recommendations, presentations, or executive-level updates.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, influence stakeholders, and bring structure to evolving priorities.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in financial services, technology, operations, or another highly regulated industry.


  • Experience supporting strategic transformation, organizational change, process improvement, or enterprise-wide initiatives.


  • Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau.


  • Experience working with senior leaders, cross-functional teams, or matrixed organizations.

#LI-JB3 #Hybrid

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $89,600.00 - $149,300.00 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

About M&T Bank Corporation

M&T Bank is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T's principal banking subsidiary, M&T Bank, operates banking offices in New York, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Trust-related services are provided by M&T's Wilmington Trust-affiliated companies and by M&T Bank. M&T Bank traces its origins to the founding of Manufacturers and Traders Bank in Buffalo, New York. As a result of mergers, acquisitions, and name changes, M&T Bank Corporation's principal bank is now known as Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company or M&T Bank. M&T Bank reorganized under a bank holding company in 1969 called First Empire State Corporation. The name was changed in 1998 to M&T Bank Corporation, whose common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trades under the symbol "MTB."

M&T Bank Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at M&T Bank Corporation, a leading financial institution where innovation meets tradition, offering a plethora of job opportunities across various sectors. As one of the most respected banks in the nation, M&T Bank Corporation is the perfect place to jumpstart or advance your career in the financial services industry.

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Benefits and Culture

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. M&T Bank Corporation offers competitive salaries, health benefits, and retirement plans designed to ensure the well-being of our team members and their families. Experience a supportive and inclusive culture where every employee is valued and given the opportunity to thrive.

How to Apply

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Learn more about M&T Bank Corporation
Size
17,115 employees
Market Cap
$25.2 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1868
5 Year Trend
+0.2%
NASDAQ
MTB
* Ladders Estimates

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