Director - Fixed Income Operations

Serve as a subject matter expert within functional area, working with Team Manager to manage processes, risks and/or projects, proposing and implementing improvements/changes Act as key problem solver for area or expertise, applying detailed knowledge to address unique or novel situations, recognize risks and draw out key issues Coordinate work, train and develop other team members where required, including task allocation, and project contribution Self-manage trade closing through communication with custodians, admin agents, counterparties, and fund administrators, while minimizing operational risk. Support corporate actions and reorgs processing by partnering with trading desk and internal teams including servicing to ensure they are completed efficiently and preventing inaccurate PNL Additional responsibilities include assisting with trade support functionality, such as position change monitoring, amending/correcting trade tickets, trade reconciliation, reviewing/monitoring profit and loss events, and serving as a point of contact for trade escalations to the trading desk. Ability to lead by example, work with drive and determination, and put forward challenging views to senior levels Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of functional area and operational/compliance policies and procedures of their team Ability to operate independently across the majority of day-to-day responsibilities Culture carrier across Operations, embracing the Firm's core values and acting as a role model Very strong customer service skills and exceptional written and verbal communication ability. Exceptional problem solving, research and analytical skills with the ability and willingness to work in a structured, high paced environment, with daily routine operations. Detail-oriented, conscientious and energetic professional with ability to think creatively. Self-driven and highly motivated team player. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with focus on Excel and Word. At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team, while our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. 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. 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. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $130,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.