
Manage first line of defense Investor and Regulatory Risk Management responsibilities for the business units that comprise the Consumer and Small Business Bank inclusive of all responsibilities outlined in accordance with the Enterprise Risk Framework and Enterprise Compliance Program. Oversee the proactive identification, accurate assessment and reporting of risks including State and Federal regulatory risk as well as Investor, insurer and counterparty risk. Lead complex activities and provide guidance on risk issues impacting the business areas. Support all aspects of the business units and maintain effective relationship with critical business partners.
This position provides senior management risk oversight of the Bank’s consumer and small business areas. Developing and implementing the strategy for these areas and delivering results on the strategy are key components of the job, as is ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to Bank standards. The position is required to adapt to and initiate change within areas of responsibility.
Directly supervise 3-5 business line managers Indirectly supervise approximately 20-40 staff
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12 years compliance, risk management, or related experience, with a minimum of 8 years in a managerial risk capacity or in lieu of a degree a combined 16 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 12 years relevant work experience, inclusive of 8 years of managerial experience.
MBA or advanced degree. Knowledge of bank policies and procedures. Knowledge of overall Bank strategic vision and mission with ability to link to division mission.
M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $154,700.00 - $257,900.00 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.