** This is a hybrid position requiring in-office work three days every week and is based in Buffalo, NY.

Overview:

Provide analysis and counsel on legal issues for the Retail/Branch Network. The Senior Attorney assists with mitigating legal risks facing M&T, resolves customer issues, and researches a variety of complex legal issues.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review escalated questions from the branches regarding customer account opening, maintenance and termination.
• Review documents and provide legal guidance on customer matters in the following areas: power of attorneys, trusts, guardianships, estates, decedent processing, etc.
• Make recommendations on customer matters as well as branch procedures.
• Review existing branch processes and procedures, and recommend enhancements based on risk reviews and changes in law.
• Represent Bank in pre-litigation matters, including check claims/disputes.
• Participate and occasionally lead in the development of departmental policies.
• Proactively provide legal advice within area of expertise and answer complex legal questions.
• Review and provide feedback on customer complaint responses.
• Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for providing strategic analysis and counsel on complex legal issues for the Retail/Branch Network. 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. This position requires interaction with mid-level management on an occasional basis.

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Education and Experience Required:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• At least two years previous experience as an attorney or other relevant experience.
• New York State or applicable state bar admission.
• Ability to identify legal issues, evaluate legal risks, and offer solutions.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, organizational skills.
• Excellent writing, analytical and verbal skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Universal Commercial Code (U.C.C.) and/or Deposits law background.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $110,635.01 - $184,391.68 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