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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Business Service Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Toms River, NJ

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Business Service Officer (BSO) role involves shaping the future of service by modernizing client experience and elevating the standard of care. The BSO reports directly to the Complex Business Service Officer (CBSO) and is responsible for managing Support Professionals and executing all business and service functions within assigned branches. Key duties include leading people management, communication, and operational oversight. The BSO facilitates training, partners with sales and risk teams, and ensures execution in all business aspects. They also manage travel and entertainment expenses, resolve client inquiries, and identify process improvements for productivity and efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, industry experience, and relevant licenses. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Client Service Associate**

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Client Service Associate role involves providing exceptional service to clients and supporting Financial Advisors/Private Wealth Advisors. Key responsibilities include client support, administrative tasks, and education/enrollment in digital tools. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a college degree preferred. Industry experience is a plus. The position offers a base pay range of $33,280 to $85,000 per year, with potential for additional compensation. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Global Financial Crimes Strategy Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley is seeking a VP for the Global Financial Crimes (GFC) strategy team. The role involves assisting the Head of Global Financial Crimes Strategy in advancing the GFS program, improving effectiveness and efficiencies, and building strong, innovative controls to address emerging risks. Key responsibilities include strategy development and execution, control and system enhancement, application of advanced analytics, customer segmentation, data exploration, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates must have a relevant degree, 7-10 years of experience in financial crime compliance or related fields, and expertise in areas like transaction monitoring, customer screening, and risk ranking. Proficiency in data analysis tools and understanding of emerging technologies like generative AI are required. The role is based in New York, with in-office attendance 3 days/week.

VEA Team Manager

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a VEA Team Manager for its Virtual Engagement Associate Program (VEA). The role involves managing a team of 20+ VEAs, supporting a subset of Financial Advisors through Digital Marketing or Financial Planning services. Responsibilities include supervising VEAs, managing their training and development, monitoring performance, and ensuring adherence to Firm standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, minimum 10 years of experience in finance, business development, management, sales, legal, accounting, education, military, or another business-related field. Required licensing includes SIE, 7TO, 63 & 65 (or 66) 24 (or 9/10). Excellent communication skills, organization, time-management, and PC proficiency are essential. Morgan Stanley is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity.

Wealth Management Finance, Director/AVP

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a project manager for its Wealth Management Finance PMO organization. The role involves managing small and large projects, ensuring comprehensive documentation, tracking project-related issues, and maintaining partnerships across finance, IT, and other business areas. Qualifications include a BS/BA degree, 5+ years of financial services industry experience, strong project management skills, and excellent interpersonal collaboration abilities. Morgan Stanley offers a diverse and inclusive work environment with competitive benefits and a commitment to integrity and excellence.

Wealth Management Finance - FP&A Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a high-energy Associate level candidate for the WM Finance CCAR team. The role involves supporting daily, monthly, and quarterly P&L and balance sheet reporting, overseeing the month-end general ledger close process, and partnering with businesses to understand impacts of various business activities. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of professional experience in financial services, strong project management skills, and expert level knowledge of MS Office. Morgan Stanley offers a diverse and inclusive work environment with competitive benefits and a commitment to integrity and excellence.

Client Service Associate**

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Lafayette, LA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Client Service Associate role at Morgan Stanley involves providing exceptional service to clients and supporting Financial Advisors/Private Wealth Advisors. Key responsibilities include client support, administrative tasks, and contributing to the firm's marketing strategy. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, detail-oriented organization, and advanced Microsoft Office skills. A college degree is preferred, and willingness to obtain relevant securities licenses is required. Morgan Stanley is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities.

Associate - eTrading, Market Risk (Firm Risk Management)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Associate for Electronic Trading in the Market Risk division. The role involves analyzing e-Trading algorithms, data mining, and overseeing e-trading limits. The ideal candidate should have 4-5 years of experience in electronic trading or algorithm development, strong knowledge of Python, and excellent problem-solving skills. Morgan Stanley offers a supportive and inclusive environment with attractive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Governance and Reporting Director

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Baltimore, MD

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley is offering a career opportunity in Global Financial Crimes (GFC), where employees can build meaningful careers and grow. The GFC Governance and Reporting Director role involves reviewing metrics and reporting, supporting enhancements to the metrics suite, coordinating with management, responding to audit and regulatory requests, and assisting in policy administration. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of Compliance or Risk Management experience, metrics and reporting management skills, strong communication abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role requires 3 days/week in-office attendance, with two Anchor Days for team collaboration. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive, inclusive culture.

National Risk Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Dec 03, 2024

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a National Risk Officer. The role involves overseeing risk, supervisory, and compliance functions for respective branch locations. Key responsibilities include reviewing and responding to supervisory alerts, managing resource gaps, and supporting senior or vulnerable clients. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant industry experience, and necessary licenses. Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are required. Morgan Stanley values diversity and equal employment opportunities.

Registered Client Service Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Deerfield, IL

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Registered Client Service Associate role at Morgan Stanley involves providing exceptional service to clients and supporting Financial Advisors/Private Wealth Advisors. Key responsibilities include client support, administrative tasks, and educating clients on digital tools. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, a client-first mindset, and relevant industry experience. Required qualifications include a high school diploma, financial services knowledge, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Morgan Stanley is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities.

Branch Manager, Producing

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Lake Elmo, MN

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Producing Branch Manager role at Morgan Stanley involves driving revenue, managing risk, and building a client base of high net worth households. Key responsibilities include maintaining client service, developing teams, providing leadership, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The role requires a thorough understanding of the firm's products, strong sales and marketing skills, and the ability to build and lead a team. The manager is accountable for the branch's sales and financial performance, and must have effective communication, critical thinking, and team management skills. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required, along with specific licenses and registrations.

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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