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Overview:

The Executive Associate Program is designed for 2nd year MBA students who seek to accelerate their career within M&T Bank. Program hires will undergo an immersive leadership experience designed to develop leadership competencies and strategic capabilities. Throughout the first year, the incoming cohort will be introduced to Program alumni, bank wide leadership, and collaborate with peers to drive change to support the vision and goals of the Bank.

Department Overview:

As an Executive Associate within the Growth Marketing team, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving customer-centric and innovative marketing initiatives. You’ll lead efforts that drive brand advocacy, cross-sell, and retention, while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency across the marketing function. This role champions customer centricity, innovation, and strategic brand growth.

This team guides the exploration and implementation of emerging technologies (such as generative AI) through the design and execution of pilot programs. Additionally, you may have the opportunity to evaluate existing partnerships to maximize value and lead initiatives to identify and cultivate new strategic alliances. As a core member of an Agile team, you will serve as a key stakeholder in cross-functional projects that shape the future of marketing at M&T Bank.

Your responsibilities may also include:

• Communicate campaign plans and strategies broadly to stakeholders: within the department and with key partners across the division, when necessary. Track and manage budget of marketing campaigns and projects.

• Seek opportunities to ‘test & learn’ and broadly share/socialize results and areas for improvement and develop recommendations based upon campaign results.

• Stay current on emerging trends in marketing, company products, and services with a focus on leveraging AI technologies to enhance customer engagement and efficiency.

• As relevant, manage all aspects of the development and execution of each marketing and/or communication campaign project from conceptualization through execution and implementation

• Align disparate teams around a common vision and core set of priorities for small- and large-scale client campaigns. Clearly defining campaign goals, objectives, theme, and message

• Collaborate with a large team of partners while utilizing best practices of scrum and Kanban management to guide priorities. No prior scrum or Kanban experience required, just an eagerness to learn!

• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Perform project/management related assignments in field of expertise within the Executive Associate Program.

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

None

Education and Experience Required:

Completed MBA from an accredited business school.

Minimum two years professional, full time work experience.

Demonstrated leadership potential, as evidenced through previous work experience, extracurricular activities, or community involvement

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically analyze complex business challenges

Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines

Work visa sponsorship not offered for this role

Ideal Qualifications:

• Previous Marketing Experience

• Exceptional PowerPoint skills, presentation skills

• Demonstrated experience with generative AI tools

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Strategy, prioritization, and relationship management skills.

• Curious, flexible, dependable, and responsive in the face of many moving parts

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $100,000 - $171,000. The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above encompasses all geographic locations. The pay rate specific to your location will fall within this range and is available from your recruiter.

Location

Wilmington, Delaware, United States of America

M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.