Entry Level Operations Associate (Corporate Reorganization) - Hybrid

Corporate Reorganization Team Member

Join the Corporate Reorganization team within Wealth & Institutional Services and play a critical role in supporting corporate actions for publicly traded securities held in trust accounts. This team is responsible for processing complex corporate events such as mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings, ensuring client holdings are accurately converted and aligned with market activity. These transactions directly support global capital markets partners, where timeliness and precision are essential to avoid disruptions to investment activity and financial outcomes. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals who are eager to build a career in financial services operations. The role offers a structured learning path, beginning with foundational tasks and progressing into more complex transaction processing as expertise grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile corporate actions, including mandatory events such as mergers, restructurings, and entitlement postings to client accounts
• Interpret and validate data from internal systems and external vendors to ensure accuracy of client holdings and transaction activity
• Perform account balancing, suspense reconciliation, and exception research to resolve discrepancies
• Support high-volume, detail-oriented transaction processing across cash, securities, and asset movements
• Partner with internal teams including Financial Advisors, Investment Managers, and Operations to resolve transaction-related issues
• Complete independent verification of transactions processed by team members to ensure accuracy and control integrity
• Monitor shared team inboxes to manage incoming requests, prioritize work, and meet service level expectations
• Assist in processing class actions and other corporate event-related activities tied to client holdings
• Identify, escalate, and help resolve risk, compliance, or control issues in accordance with regulatory and internal standards
• Contribute to process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client experience

Day-to-Day Work Environment

In this role, you will work within a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment focused on accuracy and timeliness. Daily responsibilities include processing large volumes of financial transactions, performing detailed data entry within internal systems, and ensuring internal records align with external custodial data. The role involves working with legacy platforms that require time and training to master, making it well-suited for individuals who are comfortable learning new systems and developing technical expertise over time. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Education and Experience Required

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years' general work experience

Education and Experience Preferred

• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Internship or early professional experience in a corporate or financial services environment
• Comfort working with technology and learning new systems quickly
• Experience with or exposure to Excel or other data tools
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately in high-volume settings
• A demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt to new processes, and take on increasing complexity over time
• Solid organizational and communication skills

Work Model & Location

• This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence four days per week
• Eligible candidates must live within reasonable commuting distance to 626 Commerce Drive, Amherst, NY 14228

Scheduled Shift/Required Availability

• Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:45pm

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $20.55 - $34.25 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate's particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.