Entry Level Securities Operations Specialist – Trust & Investment Services

M&T Bank

Entry Level Securities Operations Specialist processing securities transactions in a hybrid role. Joining a high-performing operations team at M&T Bank to ensure accuracy and compliance in securities operations.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeAmherst • New York, Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $34 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process a steady flow of transactions
Balance, research, and resolve exception items
Partner with Front/Middle Office to clarify requests
Verify transactional activity processed by teammates
Identify and escalate risk, compliance, and suspicious activity issues
Contribute to process improvements
Uphold internal control standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
1+ years' general work experience
Comfort working with assets and account balancing
Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, Word, and SharePoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

transaction processingaccount balancingexception item resolutionnumerical skillsprocess improvement

Soft Skills

attention to detailcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Associate's degree