**** Work Arrangement/Location: Ideally, this will be a hybrid position requiring in-office work three days/week and will be based in Buffalo, NY or at another M&T legal team office.** **_Depending upon the location of the final candidate,_** **_a remote arrangement may be available_** **.** **Overview:** This position is responsible for assisting the Chief Legal Officer (“CLO”) with influencing M&T and BPI leadership (as appropriate) to ensure the Chair of BPI (“BPI Chair”) delivers on his strategic and organizational goals. Acts as a strategic partner, connector and conduit between the CLO and key M&T senior leaders, executives, and other stakeholders. Coordinates and undertakes a range of complex, technical, and/or highly sensitive activities, including research and analysis, and drives special business projects, as assigned. Assists the CLO with policy efforts on a wide array of bank regulatory, compliance, and corporate governance-related issues impacting large financial institutions and trade associations (e.g., ABA, MBA, CBA, BITS, etc.). Represents the Bank with industry associations, government, and regulatory bodies. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Anticipates the requirements of and reports directly to the CLO. + Is a visible operator who is politically astute and a pragmatic thinker. + Represents and acts on behalf of the CLO in addressing internal and external inquiries as it pertains to BPI’s strategic initiatives. + Engages in coalition building with key stakeholders both internal and external to M&T on key BPI initiatives. + Prepares the weekly schedule of meetings with internal and external parties for the CLO. + Develops and manages relationships/agreements with external parties, vendors, as well as M&T executives and staff. + Works cohesively with divisions throughout the M&T enterprise, including Government Relations, Government Affairs, Legal, Risk, Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology. + Coordinates positions for M&T and BPI with other trade associations (e.g., ABA, MBA, CBA, BITS, etc.). + This is a senior level position that requires interaction with executive management on a regular basis. + Understands and adheres to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identifies risk-related issues needing escalation to management. **Scope of Responsibilities:** This position is responsible for providing analysis and counsel on complex legal issues for departments supported. Incumbent should be able to anticipate and guard against legal risks facing M&T, develop and recommend corporate policy and positions on legal issues and conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues. **Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:** Matrixed management of senior level managing attorneys, as appropriate **Education and Experience Required:** + J.D. from an accredited law school. + Minimum of 10 years' experience as an attorney or other relevant legal experience. + Minimum of 7 years' work leadership experience + New York State or applicable state bar admission. + Demonstrated ability to balance high-level business priorities while driving effective day-to-day strategic plans. + Skill in developing collaborative working relationships with external high-level leaders industry wide. + Ability to influence business decisions with internal and external stakeholders. + High-level representation, communication, and influencing skills. + Knowledge and understanding of institutional goals, objectives, structure and operations. + Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within specialty area and the regulatory environment within which they operate. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituencies. + Demonstrated ability to successfully direct, coordinate, and strategically integrate multiple developmental, enhancement, and/or modification projects at an institutional level. + Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills. + Strategic planning skills. + Ability to gather data, investigate and analyze information while being able to draw conclusions and issue recommendations. + Ability to create, compose and edit correspondence, written materials and/or complex reports. + Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects. M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $182,808.10 - $304,680.17 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. **Location** Buffalo, New York, United States of America M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.