Data Sector Lead (Hybrid)

This role will support and maintain relationships between the various technology providers and the business divisions of the bank. The role entails significant elements of relationship development and strategy. Strategy and Insights Provide curated content and perspectives on market innovation to CIOs and operating committee members through market landscapes, thought pieces and curated executive events. Support strategic discussion and decisions on innovation priorities, providing advisory services relevant to the business units and technology teams Conduct market research and provide deep analysis on technology landscape from the Firm's providers and ecosystem to deliver actionable advice to Firm stakeholders Analyze market, industry, and technology trends and provide recommendations to internal and external clients based on findings. Serve as a Data and Data Protection subject matter expert as needed, sharing internal technology perspective with Senior IT decision makers, Investment Banking, Capital Markets (VC/PE), Institutional Investors, Equity Research, and key Firm clientele. Ensure successful client and vendor interactions including setting agenda, aligning on intended outcomes, identifying relevant participants and carrying out meetings and events. Handle and coordinate escalation of issues (contractual or operational) with vendors, ensuring suitable senior executives at the Firm and vendor are involved. 9+ years of experience with hands-on technological/engineering experience in the field of Data and Data Infrastructure either at financial services organization or through consulting roles. Deep understanding of data related tooling and concepts including Relational, NoSQL, and Time Series Databases, Big data processing engines, Data Integration platforms, Data Governance, Search Systems and technologies, Streaming Technologies, Business Intelligence Systems, Graphs and Graph Processing, data marketplaces, and AI/ML solutions. Familiarity with data protection regulations and standards such as GDPR and CCPA Deep understanding of data protection techniques including encryption, access controls, masking and anonymization techniques, auditing, and monitoring SQL, Python, or other programming experience Awareness of industry trends and key vendors. Experience with market research, tooling, and business analysis. (ROI case studies, transformation business cases) Experience in high intensity and challenging business environments. Ability to communicate complex issues to decision makers and stakeholders. Strong context switching capabilities, handing multiple priorities, and change. Proven experience in business writing. Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information. 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.