Early Talent Recruiter - Technology

Overview:

The Technology Early Talent Recruiter is responsible for managing full-cycle recruiting for M&T Bank's technology early-career programs, including the Technology Development Program (TDP), Technology Internship Program (TIP), Z Development Program (ZDP), and the Technology High School Internship Program, in addition to other early talent hiring needs. This role partners closely with Technology leaders, Program Management, and external talent partners to design and execute comprehensive recruiting strategies that build strong talent pipelines aligned to current and future business needs. This role serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and delivers a best-in-class candidate experience while ensuring high-quality, high-caliber talent outcomes across multiple program models, including rotational programs, internships, apprenticeships, and early exposure initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on technology early-career talent attraction, including rotational development programs, internships, apprenticeships, and pre-professional exposure programs spanning high school through post-graduate pipelines.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting for the Technology Development Program (TDP), Technology Internship Program (TIP), Z Development Program (ZDP), Technology High School Internship Program and other ad hoc requests.
• Partner with Technology and Human Resources stakeholders to understand evolving skill needs and develop proactive, data-driven sourcing strategies that ensure consistent and sustainable early talent pipelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Technology Leadership, Program Management, program alumni, and employee volunteers to support recruiting, interviewing, and campus engagement efforts.
• Actively source, screen, assess, interview, and recommend candidates while maintaining strong candidate engagement and delivering a transparent, high-touch recruiting experience.
• Represent M&T Bank at in-person and virtual recruiting events, including job fairs, campus visits, interviews, onsite visits, career days, and student engagement initiatives (some travel may be required).
• Design and deliver professional development workshops for interns and early-career employees, supporting career readiness, engagement, and other relevant topics.
• Partner with the Early Talent team to support Bankwide Summer Internship Program execution, including programming, events, and cross-business coordination to deliver a robust and consistent intern experience.
• Provide regular insights to stakeholders on market trends, competitive talent landscapes, candidate feedback, and program outcomes to continuously refine recruiting strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Early Talent team members to execute cohesive strategies across universities, community partners, and workforce development organizations.
• 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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with M&T management, employees and external applicants and community contacts.

Education and Experience Required:

College Degree or applicable progressive experience in recruiting may be considered in lieu of education.

Minimum two years total recruitment experience and/or relevant business line experience.

Strong sales ability, persuasion and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and engagements simultaneously.

Ability to function in a high volume, fast-paced environment

Proactive approach and proven ability to remain diligent on searches.

Experience with identifying passive job seekers.

Sound experience showing fast response time, consistency and success.

Strong knowledge of personal computers and related software programs with internet experience.

Superior consultative skills and ability to influence decisions

Education and Experience Preferred:

Experience working for Human Resources within a corporate environment.

Demonstrated ability in cold calling, name generation and networking

Experience with Human Resources applicant tracking systems a plus.

Demonstrated recruitment success in acquiring niche talent

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $62,200.00 - $103,600.00 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