Institutional Portfolio Monitoring - Associate

About the role

The ideal candidate will oversee, onboard, and monitor client portfolios subject to Investment Policy Statements. They will parse written investment guidelines into mathematical, logic-based rules, follow written supervisory procedures, and build warm working relationships with all levels of leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, onboard, and monitor client portfolios subject to Investment Policy Statements
• Parse written investment guidelines into mathematical, logic-based rules
• Follow written supervisory procedures
• Partner with vendors and internal partners including Institutional Consulting Solutions business, Institutional Client Segment Risk, Legal, and Field Risk Officers
• Build warm working relationships with all levels of leadership, Institutional Business Owners, Financial Advisors/Private Wealth Advisors/Portfolio Managers and Client Service Professionals
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, collaborate effectively in a team-based environment and assume ownership of multiple team tasks
• Proactively monitor and assess all types of financial and non-financial risk
• Communicate and explain difficult concepts in a clear and concise manner to colleagues at all levels in the Firm

Requirements

• Knowledge of SEC, FINRA and Firm compliance policies and procedures
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Background and experience in financial services, preferably in control partner advisory Risk or Compliance
• Strong experience and knowledge of financial products and how they work
• Ability to prioritize and thoroughly investigate complex subjects, problem solve and understand when to escalate
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to senior level employees
• Learn and process information quickly
• Self-driven and proactive, with a strong ability to work independently and take initiative in identifying solutions
• Demonstrated proficiency in time management, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Excel skills
• Familiarity with Clearwater Analytics software platform or other coding experience is a plus

Qualifications

• Experience 5 or more years of financial industry experience
• Experience and knowledge of Investment Policy Statements a plus

Skills

• Knowledge of modern portfolio theory
• Adept at identifying and articulating portfolio risks with clarity and precision

Benefits

Morgan Stanley offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, wellness, and fitness programs
• Retirement savings plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Accommodation assistance
• Parental leave
• Volunteer opportunities

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.

Contact

To apply, please visit Morgan Stanley's careers page.