The Technology Early Talent Recruiter is responsible for managing full‑cycle recruiting for M&T Bank’s technology early‑career programs, including the Technology Development Program (TDP), Technology Internship Program (TIP), Z Development Program (ZDP), and the Technology High School Internship Program, in addition to other early talent hiring needs. This role partners closely with Technology leaders, Program Management, and external talent partners to design and execute comprehensive recruiting strategies that build strong talent pipelines aligned to current and future business needs. This role serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and delivers a best‑in‑class candidate experience while ensuring high‑quality, high‑caliber talent outcomes across multiple program models, including rotational programs, internships, apprenticeships, and early exposure initiatives.
The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with M&T management, employees and external applicants and community contacts.
College Degree or applicable progressive experience in recruiting may be considered in lieu of education.
Minimum two years total recruitment experience and/or relevant business line experience.
Strong sales ability, persuasion and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and engagements simultaneously.
Ability to function in a high volume, fast-paced environment
Proactive approach and proven ability to remain diligent on searches.
Experience with identifying passive job seekers.
Sound experience showing fast response time, consistency and success.
Strong knowledge of personal computers and related software programs with internet experience.
Superior consultative skills and ability to influence decisions
Experience working for Human Resources within a corporate environment.
Demonstrated ability in cold calling, name generation and networking
Experience with Human Resources applicant tracking systems a plus.
Demonstrated recruitment success in acquiring niche talent
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $62,200.00 - $103,600.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.
Buffalo, New York, United States of America
Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. Founded in 1856 in Buffalo, NY we are now a top 11 full-service US-based commercial bank with a retail footprint across the east coast and wealth services available nationwide and abroad. As a bank, we offer advice, guidance, expertise, and solutions across the entire financial spectrum that combines M&T’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. We are a community-minded organization with more than 167 years of experience. We serve customers, community, and colleagues whether they be across the street, across the state or across the country.
As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values drive the work we do – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, candor and we seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members.
M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.
