Return To Work - Central Review Risk Officer- Wealth Management Client Segment | South Jordan, UT

About the role

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley has been a global leader in financial services, operating in more than 40 countries. The South Jordan Return to Work Program runs from January 18, 2027 through May 7, 2027 (16 weeks) and is a paid program that places participants in roles aligned with their expertise while providing training, mentorship, and professional development. The Central Review Risk Officer – Wealth Management Client Segment role is for a high‑performing risk professional to work at the intersection of Wealth Management, advanced analytics, and next‑generation risk oversight, supporting the Central Review Unit that oversees sales practices, suitability, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and oversight of core risk controls, including Trade Supervision, Advisory Account activity, and Suitability Reviews
• Serve as a trusted partner to Field Risk leadership, influencing outcomes and driving alignment across the business
• Own relationships with assigned Field Branches, leading recurring risk discussions and providing strategic guidance
• Deliver high‑impact reporting and trend analysis, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Identify opportunities to modernize and optimize the control framework, including the integration of AI, automation, and advanced analytics

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in financial markets, securities, and wealth management products, with the ability to assess risk across complex scenarios
• Demonstrated aptitude for artificial intelligence and data‑driven risk management, including the ability to apply analytics to enhance surveillance and controls
• Proven track record of strengthening or transforming risk and control frameworks
• Strong investigative and critical thinking skills, with the ability to independently drive issues from identification through resolution
• Sophisticated understanding of SEC, FINRA, and regulatory expectations within Wealth Management
• Advanced ability to identify trends, root causes, and emerging risks, and to deliver practical, scalable solutions
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing demands without compromising quality
• Strategic mindset with the ability to evaluate broader risk implications and anticipate downstream impacts
• Advanced technical proficiency, including Excel and data analytics tools

Experience

• 3‑5 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or supervisory functions within financial services
• Experience with Alternative Investments and complex financial products is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience leveraging technology or analytics to enhance risk processes is highly desirable

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Licenses & Registrations

• Active Series 7 & 66 (or 65 and 63) required
• Series 9 and 10 (or 8) preferred, or ability to obtain within 60 days of