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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Analyst , Security Settlements, Core Services

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Associate Analyst to join their Business Audit team, focusing on back & middle office business change, risk, and regulatory initiatives. The role involves managing the settlement process for global markets, overseeing an outsourced vendor in India, enhancing client service, managing the division's control environment, and driving process reviews to reduce operational and client risk. The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of experience in security settlements, proficiency in MS-Excel and PowerPoint, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Registered Client Service Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Posted Jan 23, 2025

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.

Private Wealth Management Asia, Client Service Manager, Singapore

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Singapore

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management Asia is seeking a Client Service Representative. The role involves supporting Investment Representatives and clients, handling client servicing, operational responsibilities, adhering to policies and procedures, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and Mandarin, have a university degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, possess CACS paper 1 and 2, and have strong knowledge in Private Banking investment products. They should be detail-oriented, able to multitask, work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent communication skills.

Associate, Trading

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is seeking an Associate, Trading in New York. The role involves managing post-execution and post-market operational processes for Emerging Markets Exchange Traded Funds, improving and automating existing tools, systems, and models. The Associate will generate risk and volatility reports, provide market making derivative products, and manage the portfolio using dynamic hedging and trading. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2 years of experience in trading, equity balance sheet management, future index trading, and more. The expected base pay is between $150,000 and $200,000 per year, with additional compensation possible.

International Tax Utility Frankfurt Associate

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking an International Tax Utility Frankfurt Associate to join their Operations division. The role involves supporting financial transactions, implementing effective controls, and developing client relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with various operations groups, product lines, and business units. Key responsibilities include managing operational tax functions, timely submission of tax documentation, and supporting the risk framework. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of transactional taxes, withholding tax, or capital gains tax regimes, and experience with AI-powered business process automation. Morgan Stanley offers a comprehensive range of services and is committed to maintaining high standards of excellence, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, and providing attractive employee benefits.

USD Cash Clearing Specialist (VP)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Vice President for Shares Services & Banking Operations to support the implementation of USD self-clearing capabilities. The role involves managing complex processes, leading process improvement, and developing USD clearing capabilities. The successful candidate will have front-to-back knowledge of processes, projects, systems, markets, and instruments, and a comprehensive understanding of operational/compliance policies. Morgan Stanley offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Vice President, Admin/Support

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Vice President, Admin/Support in New York. The role involves business unit risk management, advising on regulatory developments, and assisting with responses to regulatory inquiries. The candidate will work on broader Firm projects and collaborate with Legal and Compliance. The expected base pay is between $190,000 and $250,000 per year. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Law, or a related field, and five years of experience in legal and compliance fields, specifically in investment banking and applicable rules and regulations.

Disclosures External Reporting - Director (AVP)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley's Glasgow Finance division is seeking a Director for its External Reporting team. The role involves preparing and reviewing Firm US GAAP and IFRS financial reporting, along with related Regulatory disclosures. The successful candidate will also contribute to projects like implementing evolving regulatory requirements and production process improvements. Key responsibilities include preparing commentary and analysis, monitoring progress, responding to review questions, communicating with senior management, and maintaining written procedures documents. The ideal candidate should hold a CA/ACA/ACCA qualification, have financial reporting experience, excellent communication skills, and be self-motivated with a strong work ethic. The role is based in Glasgow's International Financial Services District, known for its open, diverse, and thriving company culture.

External Assets - Performance Reporting Associate - Wealth Management Operations

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Operations Associate to support performance reporting for Financial Advisors and their clients. The role involves working closely with FAs, managing expectations, and solving performance measurement discrepancies. The candidate will report to the Client Reporting Team Lead and be part of the Product Support & Services division. Key responsibilities include executing processes, recognizing risk, building relationships, participating in projects, reconciling data, setting up comparisons with market indexes, responding to technical questions, managing reporting expectations, preparing performance reports, and ensuring validity of data. Preferred skills include experience in performance measurement or portfolio accounting, excellent reconciliation and research skills, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Morgan Stanley offers competitive benefits and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Associate, Stock Loans, Product Support & Services ISG

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Analyst to join their team in Bengaluru, focusing on back & middle office business change, risk, and regulatory initiatives. The role involves serving as front-line operations support for securities lending and financing products, working closely with internal and external stakeholders, and managing trade lifecycle amendments. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, excellent communication skills, and a good aptitude for working in a fast-paced environment. Morgan Stanley offers a supportive and inclusive culture, committed to diversity and inclusion, with attractive employee benefits.

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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