Management Development Associate

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Norwich, NY, USA
In-Office
25K-34K Hourly
Entry level
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Role
Twelve-month rotational development program preparing associates for mid-level banking roles. Participants receive classroom instruction and hands-on experience across branches, credit, business and consumer lending, collections, operations, call center, risk, compliance, and related departments. Responsibilities include performing assigned banking duties, learning departmental procedures, building professional skills, and accepting assignments throughout the bank’s geographic footprint.
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Pay Range: $25.48 - $33.98

Prepare associates to assume mid-level professional roles inside NBT post the twelve month training process. Associates’ preparation will be achieved through education, skills development (training) and actual work experiences providing both intellectual and skill growth. Performs assigned duties, responsibilities, and studies throughout the bank as required through the training program. Become familiar with the operations and procedures in each of the departments training is provided and temporary work assignments are assigned. Incumbents must rotate sequentially throughout the company on a specified training program. Areas of focus may vary but are likely to include Branch experience, Credit, Business Banking, Retail Collections, Operations, Consumer Lending and other related areas.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related degree required
  • 3.0 cumulative GPA desired
  • Prior work and volunteer experience desired

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong writing, listening & communication skills are necessary.
  • Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, customer relations and relationship-building skills required.
  • Ability to lead and influence others.
  • Problem solvingdecision making skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn technical aspects of position.

Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements:

Willing to assume job assignments during the training period and post training anywhere within the Bank’s geographic footprint. Desire and interest in learning the business by engaging and participating in entry level roles and general banking education.

Tasks Performed:

  • 90% Exposureperform essential functions of the Branch. Teller Training, Teller, CSR. Exposureperform essential functions of Credit Administration: LDCC, Commercial WorkoutSpecial Assets, Credit SupportAppraisalLeasing. Exposureperform essential functions of Consumer Lending: Underwriting, Indirect lending, Spring Stone, Retail CollectionsExposureperform essential functions of BusinessCommercial Banking: Underwriting. Exposureperform essential functions of Operations. Account setup, & Maintenance, Verification & Scanning, Account Reconciliation - Cash management support. ExposurePerform essential functions of Call Center.Exposureperform essential function of the Risk department: Audit, Compliance, Loan Review, and Security.
  • 5% Classroom instruction regarding overviews of various relevant areas in which a working stint is either limited or non-existent. Includes but not limited to AccountingFinance, Ag Lending, BSA, Cash Management, Government Banking, Operations, and Wealth Management.
  • 5% Other Duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

  • Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
  • Stationary 75% of time or greater
  • Move Objects to Maximum 10 lbs

Why Work at NBT

At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success. 

Wellbeing 

At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally. 

Community Involvement 

NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace. 

Culture 

NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued. 

Career Development 

Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential. 

Total Rewards 

NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.   

Business Stability 

NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We've weathered the market's ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan. 

Benefits for Full-Time Employees: 

  • Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire. 

  • Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary. 

  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants. 

  • Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being. 

  • Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses. 

  • Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage. 

  • Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage. 

  • Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage. 

  • Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan to help secure your future.

  • Adoption Assistance: Supporting your growing family. 

  • Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education and career growth. 

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources. 

  • Pet Insurance: For all your furry friends.

  • Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance. 

Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week: 

  • Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants. 

  • Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.

  • Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.

  • Generous Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary. 

Benefits for All Part-Time Employees: 

  • Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year, all designed to help secure your future

  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave: For your health and safety. 

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources. 

  • Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Strong writing, listening, and communication skills
  • Organizational, interpersonal, customer relations, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to lead and influence others
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the bank’s geographic footprint
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Prior work and volunteer experience

NBT Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NBT Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by NBT Bank.

  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match alongside a pension plan—an uncommon combination. Mentions of a match up to 6% and positive callouts of the pension reinforce depth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits include paid holidays and substantial PTO. Generous starting PTO amounts are specifically referenced.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Resources include an Employee Assistance Program, financial wellness tools, and wellness champions, with recognition such as Cigna’s 2025 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation. Banking product discounts and development support complement these offerings.

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The Company
HQ: Norwich, NY
1,558 Employees
Year Founded: 1856

What We Do

NBT Bancorp Inc. is a financial services holding company headquartered in Norwich, N.Y. The company primarily operates through NBT Bank, N.A., a full-service community bank and two financial services companies. NBT Bank has over 150 locations in seven states with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and Connecticut. NBT Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and member of FDIC. EPIC Advisors, Inc., based in Rochester, N.Y., is a full-service 401(k) plan recordkeeping firm. NBT Insurance Agency, LLC, based in Norwich, N.Y., is a full-service insurance agency.

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