Jobs at Morgan Stanley

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Morgan Stanley is a global investment bank that has positioned itself as a leader in digital innovation, building proprietary trading algorithms, risk‑management systems, and cloud‑based client portals that power wealth‑management services.

Typical tech hires include software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity analysts, cloud architects, UX/UI designers, product managers, and full‑stack developers. Candidates can expect structured coding challenges, pair‑programming sessions, and business‑case projects that reflect real‑world client scenarios.

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Government Relations EMEA - Executive Director

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking an experienced professional for an Executive Director role in its Government Relations function, focusing on the European Union and key member states. The role involves monitoring and analyzing EU policy issues, developing advocacy strategies, providing guidance to senior management, and representing the firm's interests with policymakers. The ideal candidate should have relevant work experience in public policy, a degree in a pertinent subject, a good understanding of the EU policymaking process, excellent communication and organizational skills, and fluency in English and another European language.

Risk Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Boca Raton, FL

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The Risk Officer role involves overseeing supervisory, compliance, and risk functions for respective branch locations. This includes ensuring adherence to laws, policies, and regulations, managing risk, and maintaining communication with the Senior Risk Officer and Legal/Compliance Division. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant licenses, and strong communication and leadership skills.

ISDA Negotiator - Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley's Institutional Equity Division (IED) is seeking an Associate for a trading agreement negotiator role. The role involves handling all relationship-level trading agreements, including equity derivatives, prime brokerage, securities lending, and more. The team, consisting of 8 attorneys, sits within IED's global Risk Management team and is responsible for negotiating, drafting, and executing necessary agreements with clients and their counsel.

Head of Japan Private Side Compliance, ED, Legal and Compliance

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Head of Japan Private Side Compliance based in Tokyo. The role involves leading a team to oversee the Private Side Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to regulations, policies, and standards. The candidate will advise private side businesses and Research on Morgan Stanley's Code of Conduct and relevant laws, develop and enforce compliance programs, liaise with various stakeholders, and handle regulatory audits. Essential qualifications include 7-10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, bilingual fluency in Japanese and English, and team leadership abilities.

Wealth Management - Business Transformation Services - Project Manager

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, seeks a project management professional for its Business Transformation Services (BTS) team within Wealth Management. The role involves providing support for initiatives like strategic program delivery, mergers/divestitures/integration, organizational change, and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include project planning, risk management, and cross-functional team coordination. Qualifications include a degree, 6-8 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Morgan Stanley values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Private Wealth Management Branch Administrator

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Washington, DC

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The Branch Administrator role at Morgan Stanley involves providing comprehensive administrative support to the Branch, including managing expenses, travel, events, and finances. The role offers opportunities for career growth and skill development. Key responsibilities include managing T&E and EnC expenses, coordinating events, maintaining financial records, supporting management, participating in firm initiatives, and handling office administration tasks. The ideal candidate should have strong computer skills, excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree preferred and related experience a plus. The salary range is $50,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year, with potential incentive compensation and benefits.

Market Business Service Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Boston, MA

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The Market Business Service Officer (MBSO) is a leadership role responsible for driving strategic initiatives, managing teams, and ensuring high client service standards. Key duties include leading and supervising Business Service Officers and Service Managers, overseeing onboarding procedures, managing projects, and maintaining strong relationships with partners. The MBSO is also accountable for operational oversight, compliance, and talent sourcing. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant industry experience, and specific licenses. Morgan Stanley values diversity and equal employment opportunities.

Product Marketing - Advisory Planning, Investment Solutions - Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The company values integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. They offer a superior foundation for building a professional career and provide opportunities for growth and development.

Conversational and Generative AI Content Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley is seeking a skilled Conversational and Generative AI Content Associate to join their Firmwide AI team. The role involves supporting content strategy, user engagement, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have business acumen, technical expertise, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include driving insights for generative AI content strategy, conducting in-depth analysis on chatbot performance, and managing user feedback programs. The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in data-driven analysis.

Internal / External Communications, Associate - Corporate Communications

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley is seeking a highly motivated individual for a role in their Japan Corporate Communications team based in Tokyo. The role involves planning and executing internal and external communications, supporting community affairs, and working with various teams to ensure consistent messaging. The ideal candidate should have native-level Japanese and English skills, strong writing and editing abilities, and experience in corporate communications or related fields.

Business Risk and Control Manager, VP

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offers a broad spectrum of wealth management services for individuals, businesses, and institutions. These services encompass brokerage, investment advisory, financial planning, credit, lending, cash management, annuities, insurance, retirement, and trust. The Business Risk Management team is tasked with implementing the first line product risk and control framework for various businesses. They coordinate with support partners to identify and mitigate operational risks. The role in question is for a Risk Management and Internal Controls position, responsible for ensuring adherence to the risk and control framework, managing examinations, monitoring risk incidents, identifying risks, mitigating risks, providing management reports, managing IT projects, and vendor management. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of relevant risk experience, an undergraduate degree in a related field, and strong understanding of Compliance and Audit practices. The base pay range is between $110,000 and $185,000 per year.

Client Service Associate*

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Redmond, WA

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The role of Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley involves providing exceptional service to clients and supporting Financial Advisors (FAs) or Private Wealth Advisors (PWAs). Duties include client relationship management, executing transactions, answering account-related queries, educating clients on digital tools, and administrative support. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, be detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree preferred. The salary range is $35,000 - $85,000 per year, with potential incentive compensation. Morgan Stanley offers comprehensive benefits and is committed to diversifying its workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Morgan Stanley?
The culture blends a high‑performance mindset with collaborative mentorship. Employees enjoy access to industry‑leading tech stacks, continuous learning programs, and a focus on impact. Remote and hybrid options are available for many roles, and the firm rewards innovation with competitive benefits and clear career progression paths.
What types of positions are available at Morgan Stanley?
Morgan Stanley recruits across the tech spectrum: software engineering (Java, Python, C++), data science & analytics, cloud & DevOps (AWS, GCP), cybersecurity, product management, UX/UI design, and emerging AI/ML roles. Positions range from entry‑level to senior leadership, all integrated with the firm’s investment banking and wealth‑management services.
How can I stand out as an applicant at Morgan Stanley?
Showcase demonstrable impact by linking technical projects to business outcomes—e.g., building a trading algorithm that reduced latency or a data pipeline that improved risk metrics. Leverage open‑source contributions, certifications (AWS, GCP, security), and articulate how your skill set solves Morgan Stanley’s specific challenges. Prepare for rigorous coding tests and business‑case interviews, and network with current hires through alumni groups or industry meetups.

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