001 Manufacturers and Traders Trust Co

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Overview: As a Securities Operations Analyst, you’ll be at the center of our securities processing engine – providing analytical, operational and/or project support to the Free Movement team. You’ll assist the team with a high volume of securities transactions and related account activities, recon reports, research and more. The work is not client‑facing, but your precision, speed, and collaboration directly impact client outcomes and our brand. Analysts see variety week to week, with heavier reconciliation and problem‑solving than the Associate level position. What You’ll Do: 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 What Makes You a Great Fit: You enjoy balancing accounts, calculating, and working with a lot of numbers. You’re detail‑oriented, organized, and calm under time pressure. You bring a strong sense of ownership, accuracy, and urgency. You’re collaborative, responsive, and comfortable working from shared mailboxes and structured workflows. You’re curious and willing to learn securities operations and settlement mechanics. Education and Experience Required: Associate’s degree, or equivalent work experience 2+ years’ related experience Education and 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. Work Model & Location: This is a hybrid role requiring two in-office days per week. Eligible candidates must live within reasonable commuting distance to 626 Commerce Drive, Amherst, NY 14228. Scheduled Shift/Required Availability: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $22.61 - $37.67 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Amherst, 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. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. 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 – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. 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. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at careersitesupport@mtb.com for assistance. 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. M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace. Career Site Privacy Notice