Corporate Events Planner I - Buffalo, NY

M&T Bank is a financially strong and well-established regional bank headquartered in Buffalo, New York. Recognized for providing a wide range of banking services to individuals and businesses, M&T Bank is committed to delivering exceptional customer experience and fostering a corporate culture that values integrity, collaboration, and community involvement. Operating with a rich heritage and a broad footprint, M&T Bank offers a diverse array of financial products including retail banking, commercial banking, wealth management, and investment services. As a leading employer in the region, M&T Bank invests in its employees by promoting personal development, equitable opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) Facilitator at M&T Bank plays a critical role in steering the bank's event planning and travel activities toward cost efficiency and high-quality execution. This position requires managing the full lifecycle of strategic meetings and event planning processes for internal clients. The SMMP Facilitator acts as the primary liaison between M&T Bank employees and external travel and event suppliers, ensuring that meetings, group travel, and lodging arrangements meet internal standards and budgetary guidelines. This role supports all organizational levels up to Senior Management, including high-profile events such as Board of Directors meetings and Executive Management Committee gatherings. The SMMP Facilitator's responsibilities are multifaceted, involving site selection and venue analysis, negotiation of supplier contracts, and ongoing contract management to optimize event and travel-related expenditure. The role requires keen organizational skills and attention to detail to track and reconcile event spending, process invoices promptly, and remain compliant with the bank's risk management policies and regulatory frameworks. In addition to administrative coordination, the facilitator provides onsite event support to ensure smooth event logistics and troubleshooting when necessary. Candidates in this position will engage regularly with diverse teams and multiple business lines, requiring strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Familiarity with industry best practices in hotel and venue contract management, as well as an understanding of strategic meetings management programs, is essential. The position offers an hourly pay range of $24.76 to $41.27, making it a rewarding opportunity for those with an interest in event coordination, travel management, and corporate administration within the highly respected banking sector. Located in Buffalo, New York, the role occasionally requires domestic travel from 10 to 25 percent of the time. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience or education in hospitality, business administration, marketing, or related fields who are eager to contribute to the efficient management of corporate events and travel. Expertise in project management and familiarity with event technology software will be advantageous. M&T Bank is committed to fostering a workplace that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting its longstanding commitment to supporting both employees and the communities it serves.

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 years' work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 5 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 1 years' work experience
• Experience working with multiple business lines
• Experience with pertinent word processing and spreadsheet software
• Experience managing multiple tasks and prioritizing among assignments
• Experience working independently and as an effective team player
• Domestic travel ranging from 10 - 25% of the time
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Knowledge of standard hotel/venue contract management