Continuous Improvement Associate - Parametric

Help design team workflows and identify technology components necessary to achieve desired business outcomes. Act as a change agent, help to identify and challenge existing processes that exhibit inefficiencies, lack adequate risk controls or may be modified to result in improved outcomes. Collaborate with process owners, functional teams, external resources, and vendors to accomplish assigned continuous improvement work that supports broader initiatives that may leverage existing or new technologies. Produce technical requirements, diagrams, wire-frames or functional prototypes when necessary for project success. Support business oversight of all department processes, proactively identifying areas of improvement and raising and implementing solutions that are most feasible while addressing the underlying issue. Assist process owners with testing, training, best practices, documentation, procedures and follow up issues. Monitor and report project progress to ensure timely completion and high-quality results; provide appropriate documentation and project updates Support the department's records and retention process and the business continuity planning process while addressing key risk areas. Other duties as assigned Skill set: Process design, risk controls, change management Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required 4+ years experience in investment management or a process design/improvement role in a related industry Proven experience driving efficiency into business processes, highly organized and driven to execute enhancements A solid understanding of technology and process engineering as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong relationship builder with proven stakeholder management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with a business process mapping tool (Visio, draw.io, gliffy, etc ) Understanding of common data sources such as relational databases & web APIs Demonstrated ability collaborating and influencing individuals across an organization at varying levels Strong attention to detail and proven ability to work independently under tight deadlines Demonstrated strong decision making and critical thinking skills Experience translating business needs into technical requirements preferred Experience with investment management industry preferred Experience wire-framing and/or building functional prototypes preferred Understanding of at least one common programming language (eg: C#, Python, etc ) preferred Experience with LEAN Six Sigma, Kaizen or similar is a plus Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.