Manager ISG Model Control_ISG Management

Manager – ISG Model Control (1st line)

Company Profile:

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success.  Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic.  Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Position Description:

Model Control within the ISG Central Risk Team (1LoD) is responsible for the Global Model Control, Algo Trading Governance functions within Morgan Stanley.

The team partners with internal and external control groups to understand business needs and their associated risks, execute on practical solutions, and maintain a global governance, communication, and awareness strategy that underscores a culture of control excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

This specific role is part of the BU Model Control Team focused on governance and oversight of the Firm’s Model Risk Management Framework.  The candidate would be expected to undertake a wide range of duties, often having to manage multiple tasks with frequent changes to priorities.

The primary responsibilities include supporting the daily activities and initiatives of the group, such as:

• Assisting the global team in the day to day governance processes which includes coordinating projects with key stakeholders, prepping meeting materials, tracking follow-ups and hosting meetings to facilitate ongoing dialogue and transparency Monitoring compliance with Policy through investigation of alerts, escalation of exceptions to policies and assisting with their resolution
• Tracking key metrics and assisting in the design and implementation of reports
• Assisting key stakeholders in the implementation of procedures ensuring consistency of framework across all business units
• Identifying opportunities for improvements of existing governance framework and participate in projects to enhance processes
• Perform ad-hoc analyses to support continuous improvement of the governance processes

Skills Required

• Management Graduate/ Master’s in Commerce
• 6-9 years with a background in Compliance, Risk Management, Trade surveillance and / or Trading Support focusing on sales and trading issues
• Exposure to financial markets
• Exposure to non-financial risk and controls
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to balance various initiatives and deadlines simultaneously
• Initiative and ability to facilitate communication across departments
• Sound analytical and critical thinking skills
• Sensitivity to detail and accuracy in everyday work
• Advanced Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint etc) skills

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.