Security Settlements - Analyst - Core Services

The Security Settlements team is hiring for an Analyst Position. The security settlements team is responsible for ensuring the firms Fixed Income and Equity security transactions successfully settle on contractual settlement date and in accordance with trade details as booked in the firm's system. Further, the team is responsible for ensuring the books and records for the firm agree with the external banks and depository's records.

Primary Responsibilities
The team has diverse responsibilities, including but not limited to:
> Settlements specialist and managing the settlement process for global markets.
> Work closely with the outsourced vendor team and manage the firm's relationship with the vendor and the vendor's performance.
> Support escalation & issue resolution for the function.
> Partner closely with Business Units in enhancing our client service levels and support for new business development. Identifies and develops value added solutions that support clients' needs.
> Effectively manage the divisions control environment by balancing risk with commercial opportunities.
> Drive the review of the control and processes in order to reduce operational and client risk.
> Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and strive for delivery of commercial initiatives.
> Independently manages processes and projects.
> Work with global counterparts in running the strategic agenda for the Security Settlements. > 2+ years' experience in a Securities Operations role in any of the below functions.
o Security settlements for equity and fixed income, preferably in Asia markets.
o Middle office for equity and fixed income.
o Trade processing for equity and fixed income products.
o Client service supporting equity and fixed income products.
> Understand trade life-cycle and the front to back functions.
> Proficient in MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint.
> Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for tasks.
> Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.
> Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
> Detail oriented and ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
> Confident, Self-motivated and has a drive for results
> Ability to contribute in a high intensity and rapidly changing environment.
> Strong interpersonal skills.
> Operate with minimal or no supervision.
> Desire to work in an environment strong in teamwork, commitment and excellence.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years.  Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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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.