Senior Research Analyst - Alternatives

Overview: Identifies, analyzes and recommends alternative investments to improve portfolio outcomes for clients. Primary Responsibilities: Manager selection, due diligence and monitoring across private equity, private real estate, private credit and hedge funds Collaborate with client-facing colleagues to strengthen their understanding of investment solutions. Participate in client and prospect meetings to help solidify current relationships and to develop new business. Analyze risks, exposures and performance drivers of investment strategies. Manage and allocate research work to less experienced teammates. Prepare documentation to approve investments, and communicate portfolio performance, investment options, risks and pending decisions. Conduct regular meetings and calls to discuss organizational developments, investment strategy and performance/risk. 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. Promote an environment that supports 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. Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, OR in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience Strong understanding of capital markets and current knowledge of the state of the industry Excellent written and presentation skills Proficient with common industry tools, including Bloomberg, FactSet and Morningstar Direct Highly analytical, research-driven skill set Prior experience communicating insights to internal and external stakeholders Hands on investment experience in alternative asset classes at wealth manager, family office, foundation, endowment, consultant or other institutional asset management firm Education and Experience Preferred: Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience CFA, progress toward obtaining CFA designation Advanced Degree Network of industry contacts Experience mentoring and developing junior teammates #LI-LA1 M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $128,100.00 - $213,500.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location: Radnor, Pennsylvania, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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