Model Risk Analyst II - Governance & Reporting

Overview:

Responsible for execution of one of key pillars within model risk governance and operation teams to create, manage and enforce policy and procedures based on regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This role assists senior team members in supporting key components of the Bank’s Model Risk Management (MRM) Program, with responsibilities across reporting, analytics, first line communications, issues management, and governance documentation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assigned to one of the sub-functions within model governance and reporting or model operations and controls.
• Perform routine data validation and support periodic refreshes of key model risk metrics and reporting dashboards.
• Support maintaining and updating Workday training content and governance training materials.
• Help coordinate logistics for training sessions, office hours, and stakeholder touchpoints.
• Assist in drafting or distributing communications to first‑line stakeholders regarding policy or procedure changes.
• Assist with the end‑to‑end issues management lifecycle, including tracking remediation progress, gathering evidence, and preparing updates.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate model risk management policy, procedure and guidelines ensuring that they reflect industry best practices and align with prevailing regulatory guidance.
• Collaborate closely with Model Validation teams to ensure understanding and effective implementation of the model risk management program.
• Create, execute, and update reporting ensuring that all MRMD documentation meets appropriate quality controls prior to publication; manage and maintain a repository of all final MRMD publications
• Serve as key point of contact, building strong internal and external relationships including regulatory examiners and auditors.
• Exercise usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.  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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The position requires the ability to plan, organize and supervise work of staff and produce results; serve as a champion of change and innovative solutions; and has the ability to communicate a common vision to others.  The position has significant uncertainty with discretionary solutions and heavy latitude. There is a high risk to the organization inherent in position.  The incumbent must build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers/outside vendors in a manner that maximizes shareholder return.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

None

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 15 years’ higher education and relevant work experience.

Proficient in the use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and industry specific software.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills necessary for business partner relationships within and outside organization.

Detail oriented.

Self-motivated.

Education and Experience Preferred:

Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Advanced degree in business or risk-related disciplines.

Certifications like PRM, FRM, Six Sigma, Certified Scrum Master or Certified Agile Coach or CFA.

Minimum 3 years’ of progressive reporting and analytics, operations or risk management experience.

Knowledge of pertinent Bank systems such as governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platforms, and business intelligence tools (Tableau, PowerBI).

Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Programming skills including Python and SQL for creating automated reports, tasks, and actions

Familiarity with SR 11-7, SR 15-18, SOX, etc.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $71,600.00 - $119,300.00 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