Executive Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Director
M&T Bank Corporation, Buffalo, NY, United States
Executive Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Director page is loaded## Executive Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Directorremote type:
Onsite Positionlocations:
Buffalo, NYtime type:
Full timeposted on:
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End Date: April 3, 2026 (3 days left to apply)job requisition id:
R84478# **Overview:**As Executive Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Director, you will be responsible for leading recruiting and talent strategy across C-suite and senior leadership hiring, serving as a subject matter expert in executive assessment, fair and validated selection practices, and candidate experience. The position partners closely with senior leaders to drive end-to-end recruiting strategies, and develop and coach Talent Acquisition teams. Responsibilities include strategic oversight of the Sourcing function with a view of cutting edge tools and resources. The role also oversees vendor and agency relationships, contracts and approvals. The incumbent would also sponsor and deliver high-impact initiatives. ## **Primary Responsibilities:**## * ## Lead end‐to‐end executive recruiting for C‐suite and senior leadership roles, including research, assessment strategy, interview facilitation, and finalist selection* **Partner with the Talent Office on proactive sourcing, internal prospects and succession planning*** ## Serve as subject matter expert for executive assessment processes, ensuring fair, validated, and consistent evaluation practices* ## Develop and implement competency and skills frameworks to support equitable hiring decisions and reduce bias* ## Facilitate interview debrief sessions and prepare executive‐level hiring presentations and recommendations* ## Deliver personalized candidate feedback and manage senior‐level candidate experience, including non‐selected executives* ## Provide leadership, coaching, and development for Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Managers through through regular 1:1s, performance discussions, and goal setting* ## Assist in leading talent acquisition strategy execution, including workforce initiatives and continuous improvement efforts* ## Manage executive search agencies and external vendors, including contract negotiation, renewals, and performance management* ## Provide governance for executive agreements and assessment vendors* ## Ensure compliance with assessment validation, adverse impact analysis, and hiring policy standards* ## Sponsor and lead high‐impact TA special projects* ## Contribute to enterprise talent reporting, executive updates, mentoring programs, and community impact initiatives* **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.*** **Exercise usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations.**## **Scope of Responsibilities:**## **Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:**Manager of team focused on executive recruitment, sourcing and support.## **Education and Experience Required:**Bachelor’s degree is required
10+ years of experience in recruiting, human resources, or training
Understanding of financial services industry is preferred
Strong client focus with outstanding judgment, critical thinking and communication skills
Self-starter with strong project management skills
Understanding of HR policies, as well as an ability to mitigate risk.
Ability to multi-task and deal with uncertainties of an evolving, dynamic organization
Ability to work well under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
Strong attention to detail required
Managerial experience## **Education and Experience Preferred:**MBA DegreeC-Suite Executive Recruiting ExperienceM&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $154,700.00 - $257,900.00 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 AmericaGreat companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: **make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve**. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Onsite Positionlocations:
Buffalo, NYtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date: April 3, 2026 (3 days left to apply)job requisition id:
R84478# **Overview:**As Executive Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Director, you will be responsible for leading recruiting and talent strategy across C-suite and senior leadership hiring, serving as a subject matter expert in executive assessment, fair and validated selection practices, and candidate experience. The position partners closely with senior leaders to drive end-to-end recruiting strategies, and develop and coach Talent Acquisition teams. Responsibilities include strategic oversight of the Sourcing function with a view of cutting edge tools and resources. The role also oversees vendor and agency relationships, contracts and approvals. The incumbent would also sponsor and deliver high-impact initiatives. ## **Primary Responsibilities:**## * ## Lead end‐to‐end executive recruiting for C‐suite and senior leadership roles, including research, assessment strategy, interview facilitation, and finalist selection* **Partner with the Talent Office on proactive sourcing, internal prospects and succession planning*** ## Serve as subject matter expert for executive assessment processes, ensuring fair, validated, and consistent evaluation practices* ## Develop and implement competency and skills frameworks to support equitable hiring decisions and reduce bias* ## Facilitate interview debrief sessions and prepare executive‐level hiring presentations and recommendations* ## Deliver personalized candidate feedback and manage senior‐level candidate experience, including non‐selected executives* ## Provide leadership, coaching, and development for Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Managers through through regular 1:1s, performance discussions, and goal setting* ## Assist in leading talent acquisition strategy execution, including workforce initiatives and continuous improvement efforts* ## Manage executive search agencies and external vendors, including contract negotiation, renewals, and performance management* ## Provide governance for executive agreements and assessment vendors* ## Ensure compliance with assessment validation, adverse impact analysis, and hiring policy standards* ## Sponsor and lead high‐impact TA special projects* ## Contribute to enterprise talent reporting, executive updates, mentoring programs, and community impact initiatives* **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.*** **Exercise usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management and terminations.**## **Scope of Responsibilities:**## **Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:**Manager of team focused on executive recruitment, sourcing and support.## **Education and Experience Required:**Bachelor’s degree is required
10+ years of experience in recruiting, human resources, or training
Understanding of financial services industry is preferred
Strong client focus with outstanding judgment, critical thinking and communication skills
Self-starter with strong project management skills
Understanding of HR policies, as well as an ability to mitigate risk.
Ability to multi-task and deal with uncertainties of an evolving, dynamic organization
Ability to work well under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
Strong attention to detail required
Managerial experience## **Education and Experience Preferred:**MBA DegreeC-Suite Executive Recruiting ExperienceM&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $154,700.00 - $257,900.00 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 AmericaGreat companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: **make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve**. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. #J-18808-Ljbffr