M&T Bank · 3 weeks ago
Credit Risk Initiatives and Program Advisor (Hybrid - Buffalo, NY)
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $149K/yrM&T Bank is a financial institution committed to effective risk management practices. The Credit Risk Management Initiatives and Program Risk Advisor role is focused on supporting the development and implementation of risk management practices and collaborating on strategic initiatives across the organization.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
With oversight, execute documentation, maintenance, and enhancements to credit risk policies, procedures, and process flows to identify risks and controls. Assist with the maintenance, including data integrity, of the Risk and Control Assessment and other eGRC tools. Assist with implementation of process optimization opportunities
Assist with the remediation of risks and project initiatives
Exposure to analyzing regulatory requirements and documenting compliance with requirements or the identification of enhancements or improvements needed. May be involved to collaborate with stakeholders to document procedures to demonstrate compliance with regulatory expectations and industry best practices
With oversight, contribute to Exam Management activities. Assist with development of staff to support exams
Train and assist the department with eGRC systems as needed
Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the success of implementation and execution of risk management practices and initiatives
Support cross-functional risk-related initiatives from initiation through execution. Liaise with key stakeholders in an environment where the need for and pace of change is dynamic. Ability to adapt to changing environments
Build and maintain productive relationships with internal customers and stakeholders
Exposure to the use of visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
Keep abreast of industry standards to identify changes needed in practices, policies, and procedures ensuring they are in line with industry best practices
Ensure reporting is consumable using current visualization tools (e.g., Power BI.) Oversee the development of appropriate materials
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management
Promote an environment that supports a culture of 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
Qualification
Required
Exposure to supporting large and complex initiatives
Proficient in process and policy documentation, including process flows
Experienced risk and internal controls specialist
Ability to design and deliver high‑quality, management‑ready presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint
Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and other key parties
Excellent collaboration skills with a large group of professionals where roles and responsibilities may be dynamic
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred
Previous Commercial Credit/lending experience or other relevant financial services industry experience
Experience with the development of tools (e.g., SharePoint sites) and visualization reporting solution (e.g., Power BI)
Company
M&T Bank
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Founded in 1856
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
René Jones
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Dan Saper
•Co-Founder/Co-Chairman of Welcome to M&T Bank Affinity Group, Western New York Chapter
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