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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VP, Senior Java Developer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Business Service Officer - Bilingual Spanish/English

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Miami, FL

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Business Service Officer (BSO) plays a crucial role in shaping the future of service by modernizing client experience. They report directly to the Market Business Service Officer (MBSO) and are 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. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, industry experience, and specific licenses. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Risk Officer

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Complex Risk Officer is a non-revenue sharing role with dual reporting to the Complex Manager and Senior Complex Risk Officer. Key responsibilities include supervising risk, compliance, and supervisory functions, maintaining a controlled environment adhering to business ethics and regulations, managing all facets of risk including data security, and ensuring appropriate supervisory coverage. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, industry experience, and relevant licenses. Morgan Stanley offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity.

JAVA Lead - Vice President - Software Engineering

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Vice President JAVA/J2EE Application Development Lead for their institutional equity derivatives business. The role involves developing and overseeing technology strategies for various institutional businesses and enterprise-wide functions. The successful candidate will be a proficient Java developer, mentor, and system designer with strong product knowledge in equity derivatives. They will work on a globally distributed n-tier platform, utilizing the latest Firm technologies. The role requires at least 4 years of relevant experience, hands-on Java and Spring Boot expertise, and Agile development techniques knowledge. Morgan Stanley offers a supportive and inclusive environment with attractive benefits and perks.

Director - Product Control (Finance)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a Director for its Product Controller team. The role involves validating and substantiating P&L, managing a team, distributing reports, understanding businesses, enhancing control environments, and participating in projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background in Financial Accounting, be a Chartered Accountant or equivalent, have prior Business Unit/Product control experience, possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and team management skills. Morgan Stanley values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for all employees.

Associate, DevOps App Dev

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley Services Group, Inc. is looking for an Associate, DevOps App Dev in New York, NY. The role involves developing databases and applications, performing SQL development, capacity planning, performance tuning, database maintenance, and ETL pipelines. The candidate will deliver development projects for multiple business areas in parallel, working closely with IT partners. The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience in relevant areas. The salary is expected to be between $138,000 and $150,000 per year, with additional potential for commission earnings, incentive compensation, and other benefits.

KYC Quality Control Reporting

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking a candidate for a role in the First Line Financial Crimes Risk KYC Office Team. The role involves producing data, metrics, and reporting for the KYC office quality program, tracking trends, and identifying themes. The candidate will also build out macros, automation, and dashboards, and partner with various teams to resolve exceptions and data gaps. Preferred skills include technical knowledge in software applications and programming languages, and a BSA/AML background. Morgan Stanley is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity, offering a base pay range of $85,000 to $135,000 per year.

Digital Content Specialist (Hybrid)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Montreal, Canada

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Digital Content Specialist for a Director level position in the Human Resources division. The role involves leading integrated communications campaigns, overseeing content distribution, implementing new comms tools, and presenting reports to leadership. The ideal candidate should have a degree in communications or related field, at least 6 years of professional experience, and expertise in digital content production. Morgan Stanley offers a supportive and inclusive environment, competitive benefits, and a hybrid work model. The position is based in Montreal, Quebec, and requires fluency in both French and English.

Americas Conflicts Manager

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Global Conflicts Office (GCO) at Morgan Stanley manages the firm's conflicts management framework, with members in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Mumbai. The GCO reviews proposed transactions to identify potential conflicts and crafts strategies to address them. The role involves working closely with senior members of various business units, risk, legal, compliance, and other control functions. It offers exposure to a wide range of products and services, demanding real-time risk analysis, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills. Key responsibilities include reviewing new mandates, crafting conflict strategies, liaising with global conflicts managers, and leading regional conflicts-related initiatives. Required skills include a bachelor's degree, preferably in law, finance, or business, and at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Morgan Stanley values diversity and equal employment opportunities.

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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