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M&T Bank · 1 day ago

Securities Operations Analyst (Trust & Investment Services) - Hybrid

Amherst, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$22.61/hr - $37.67/hr

2+ years exp

M&T Bank is a financial institution seeking a Securities Operations Analyst to support their securities processing team. The role involves executing securities transactions, performing reconciliations, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accuracy and compliance in operations.

Financial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Execute securities transactions at scale: Processing of various transactions for movement This includes but is not limited to pending transactions for equities, fixed income, asset backed securities, mortgage backed securities, physical securities, corporate and municipal bonds

Own reconciliation and controls: Perform routine and judgment‑based reconciliation, research, and data quality checks to resolve discrepancies and maintain accuracy of accounts

Document & improve workflows: Draft/edit desk‑level procedures, keep SOPs current, and contribute to control enhancements that reduce error risk

Support audits & certifications: Gather documentation for departmental audits; help facilitate user certifications and access reviews

Partner across desks and teams: Coordinate with internal business partners to troubleshoot issues and meet tight timelines

Enable change & testing: Participate in planning, testing, and implementing new projects, systems, products, and regulatory changes that impact Trust Operations

Deliver internal customer service: Accurately execute changes submitted by Relationship Managers with a premium on precision, speed, and clear communication

Uphold risk & regulatory standards: Follow company policies, risk appetite, and internal control standards; escalate risk‑related issues promptly

Tools you’ll use: Excel, Outlook, Word, SharePoint (heavy usage for tracking, documentation, timing)

Strengthen the team: Participate in cross training other team members

Qualification

Securities transactions processingReconciliationControlsExcel proficiencyBanking operations experienceTrust operations experienceClear communicationTime managementCollaboration

Required

Associate's degree, or equivalent work experience

2+ years' related experience

Preferred

Banking or financial operations experience, or equivalent experience in high‑volume, detail‑oriented operations

Comfort with balancing accounts, working with numbers, and reconciliation; strong attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency with Excel (filters, lookups, reconciliations), Outlook, Word, and SharePoint

Strong organization, time management, and ability to prioritize during peak periods

Clear written and verbal communication in a non‑client‑facing, internal service environment

Experience with trust operations, custody/settlement, or brokerage operations (DTC, Fedwire/Fed assets, corporate actions, gifting)

Familiarity with audit documentation, access certifications, and risk/control frameworks

Bachelor's degree (any field); we welcome recent graduates with relevant internships or strong quantitative/operational aptitude

Company

M&T Bank

Glassdoor3.6

Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose.

Founded in 1856

Buffalo, New York, US

10001+ employees

http://www.mtb.com

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