Associate, WM Business Management - Regulatory Change Management

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is seeking a highly motivated individual in the Associate or Assistant Vice President job bands to join the Regulatory Change Management team. This role will provide strategic and operational support to the Head of Regulatory Change Management, enabling effective oversight of regulatory initiatives and efficient management of team priorities.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted partner to leadership, coordinating business management activities, monitoring project execution, and ensuring alignment with regulatory, operational, and business objectives. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure via a small and collegial team environment . The team handles high-impact initiatives, works with senior stakeholders, and strategic decision-making within Wealth Management.

This role will have ongoing interaction with senior members from WM Client Segments, WM Platforms, Investment Solutions, Technology, Legal, Risk, and Compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Regulatory Change Management in managing day-to-day operations, strategic priorities, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Track, monitor, and report on the status of regulatory change projects, ensuring timely execution and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to assess regulatory impacts and support development of change management strategies.
• Prepare executive-level materials, including presentations, dashboards, and status updates for senior management and governance forums.
• Manage leadership meeting agendas, action items, and follow-ups to drive accountability and progress.
• Support resource planning, budget tracking, and other business management functions.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of regulatory changes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and accessibility.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with risk assessments and help implement mitigation plans for regulatory initiatives.
• Foster collaboration and a culture of continuous improvement across the team and stakeholder groups.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Self-starter with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Strong desire to learn new skills
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a mix of project management, product management, business operations or regulatory response management within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of Wealth Management industry required and some familiarity with the relevant regulatory frameworks preferred
• Proven track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to tailor messaging for senior audiences.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel.