Management Development Program, Office of Sustainability- Buffalo, NY

Overview

This position is responsible for collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a best-in-class Sustainability program at M&T Bank. The focus will be on leading the work to create and deliver on comprehensive Sustainability strategy, goals, targets, reporting, stakeholder engagement, communications, education, and strategic initiatives.

This position is responsible for collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a best-in-class Sustainability program at M&T Bank. The focus will be on leading the work to create and deliver on comprehensive Sustainability strategy, goals, targets, reporting, stakeholder engagement, communications, education, and strategic initiatives.

• Participate in and complete a one-year long, non-rotational training program while creating and adding value to assigned department. Receive job specific training, general training in banking, communication and leadership, and personalized coaching and feedback.
• Core Training – Participate in ten weeks of training throughout the one-year assignment to learn banking, basic financial skills, technical skills, and leadership/interpersonal skills. Develop a solid understanding of banking functions, processes, and operations.
• Group Projects – Participate in two group project assignments, working with a team of peers to build relationships within their teams as well as with project sponsors, internal and external contacts, and senior management.
• On-the-Job Training – The fundamental skills taught in core training are combined with On-the-Job training based on the incumbent's assignment. Job specific training teaches departmental policies, procedures, systems, and products.
• Complete tasks in a manner that is compliant with applicable laws and regulations and/or that serves to help the Company be in compliance with laws and regulations that apply to the business line the position supports.
• 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.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of internal and external Sustainability communications and educational materials.
• Complete quantitative and qualitative reporting and analysis related to the Sustainability strategy and goals/targets.
• Assist with intranet functions within the department.
• Support internal and external engagement activities designed to educate the organization and community on sustainability.
• Recommend strategic initiatives and engage stakeholders in the implementation.
• Lead the organization in awareness of trends and developments within Sustainability.
• 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.

Support cross-functional working teams throughout the Bank to design, build and deliver comprehensive Sustainability strategy, goals, targets, and reporting.

Not Applicable.

• Bachelor's Degree candidate at a school where M&T Bank recruits MDPs (or an MBA student with no work experience).
• Outstanding academic credentials (GPA of 3.0 or better).
• Up to 1 years' work experience.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Work/internship experience.
• 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 $29.57 - $43.99 per hour. 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.

Buffalo, New York, United States of America