** Work Arrangement/Location: Ideally, this will be a hybrid position requiring in-office work three days/week and will be based in Buffalo, NY or at another M&T legal team office. Depending upon the location of the final candidate, a remote arrangement may be available.

Overview:

This position is responsible for assisting the Chief Legal Officer (“CLO”) with influencing M&T and BPI leadership (as appropriate) to ensure the Chair of BPI (“BPI Chair”) delivers on his strategic and organizational goals. Acts as a strategic partner, connector and conduit between the CLO and key M&T senior leaders, executives, and other stakeholders. Coordinates and undertakes a range of complex, technical, and/or highly sensitive activities, including research and analysis, and drives special business projects, as assigned. Assists the CLO with policy efforts on a wide array of bank regulatory, compliance, and corporate governance-related issues impacting large financial institutions and trade associations (e.g., ABA, MBA, CBA, BITS, etc.).  Represents the Bank with industry associations, government, and regulatory bodies.

Primary Responsibilities:

Anticipates the requirements of and reports directly to the CLO. Is a visible operator who is politically astute and a pragmatic thinker. Represents and acts on behalf of the CLO in addressing internal and external inquiries as it pertains to BPI’s strategic initiatives.Engages in coalition building with key stakeholders both internal and external to M&T on key BPI initiatives.Prepares the weekly schedule of meetings with internal and external parties for the CLO.Develops and manages relationships/agreements with external parties, vendors, as well as M&T executives and staff.Works cohesively with divisions throughout the M&T enterprise, including Government Relations, Government Affairs, Legal, Risk, Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology.Coordinates positions for M&T and BPI with other trade associations (e.g., ABA, MBA, CBA, BITS, etc.). This is a senior level position that requires interaction with executive management on a regular basis.Understands and adheres to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Identifies risk-related issues needing escalation to management.

Scope of Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for providing analysis and counsel on complex legal issues for departments supported.
Incumbent should be able to anticipate and guard against legal risks facing M&T, develop and recommend corporate policy and positions on legal issues and conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues.

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

Matrixed management of senior level managing attorneys, as appropriate         

Education and Experience Required: 

J.D. from an accredited law school.Minimum of 10 years' experience as an attorney or other relevant legal experience.Minimum of 7 years' work leadership experienceNew York State or applicable state bar admission.Demonstrated ability to balance high-level business priorities while driving effective day-to-day strategic plans.Skill in developing collaborative working relationships with external high-level leaders industry wide.Ability to influence business decisions with internal and external stakeholders.High-level representation, communication, and influencing skills.Knowledge and understanding of institutional goals, objectives, structure and operations.Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within specialty area and the regulatory environment within which they operate.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.Demonstrated ability to successfully direct, coordinate, and strategically integrate multiple developmental, enhancement, and/or modification projects at an institutional level.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.Strategic planning skills.Ability to gather data, investigate and analyze information while being able to draw conclusions and issue recommendations.Ability to create, compose and edit correspondence, written materials and/or complex reports.Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $182,808.10 - $304,680.17 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

LocationBuffalo, New York, United States of America