Business Risk Team Lead

M&T Bank

. Implement defined first line of defense risk management initiatives within the business unit in support of the Enterprise Risk Framework .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $89,600 - $149,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards. Proficient in managing risk-based testing programs and utilizing Archer compliance data management systems.

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Risk IdentificationRisk MitigationControl TestingArcher Compliance Data ManagementRisk Control Self Assessments

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementRisk AssessmentControl TestingRisk Control Self AssessmentsRemediation Planning

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoordinationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Archer Compliance Data Management System

Industry Keywords

First Line of DefenseOperational RiskCompliance RiskCorporate ServicesCommunity Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement defined first line of defense risk management initiatives within the business unit in support of the Enterprise Risk Framework
Manage risk work and coordinate with individuals responsible for risk and control functions in the business unit
Serve as Subject Matter Expert for execution of risk functions
Lead complex and highly visible risk management projects
Document key business processes completely and accurately
Identify and assess risks and internal controls associated with key processes
Plan, execute, and report the business unit's risk-based testing program
Perform control testing and ensure team testing follows M&T's guidance and professional standards
Review testing and evaluate results to determine whether issues exist
Maintain, validate, and update Archer compliance data
Communicate findings to management
Monitor key risk indicators and recommend enhancements to the risk control structure
Complete Risk Control Self Assessments and other risk management reporting
Assist with reporting and escalation of risk and loss events
Identify emerging risks and risks associated with new or changing products, services, markets, and channels
Guide and manage remediation plans and validate their quality
Implement and oversee adherence to business-unit policies and procedures
Respond to internal and external requests regarding departmental processes and procedures
Maintain internal control standards and implement audit and regulatory findings
Complete other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years' relevant work 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 work experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in risk identification, risk mitigation, risk and control self-assessment, or related disciplines (preferred)
Experience in understanding Corporate Services (Third Party Risk Management, Corporate Real Estate, and the like) / Community Markets (CRA, Foundation, Sustainability) and the Compliance and Operational risks associated therein is helpful
Knowledge of M&T's First Line of Defense Guidance on Management of Risks & Internal Controls and professional standards
Experience with Archer compliance data management system is relevant
Ability to identify and assess risks and internal controls
Ability to perform control testing and evaluate results
Ability to monitor key risk indicators (KRIs), complete Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs), and report/escalate risk events
Ability to develop and manage remediation plans
Ability to adhere to company and regulatory compliance/operational risk controls