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Executive Director - Investment/ Asset Management Operational Risk

AT Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley

Executive Director - Investment/ Asset Management Operational Risk

  • Partner with the Investment Management Business Unit and related Control Groups, to act as the primary second line relationship manager with first line risk teams for operational risk matters, including liaising with second line specialty risk, compliance, global financial crimes and testing teams - Play an active role in preparing relevant Governance topics and materials, providing risk management insight, review and challenge - Oversee losses and impacts to investment management and monitor mitigating actions - Advise on investment management process and control design as well as remediation - Identify areas of emerging or heightened risk. Monitor risk factors and trends within Investment Management to confirm appropriate risk reduction and remediation. - Perform deep dives and Lessons Learned exercises into material operational risk events (internal and external) and analyses of thematic operational risks - Lead Scenario Analysis activities where significant and emerging risks are assessed - Play an active role in the review and approval of new products and new activities originating from the Investment Management Business - Work collaboratively in a high performing global team responsible for identifying, assessing, reporting, and capturing operational risk information - Bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally in a quantitative discipline, Finance, Economics or similar - 10-15+ years of work experience in Financial Services, preferably including experience in an Investment Management / Asset Management environment and/or experience in navigating a large investment banking firm environment. Internal experience in business, risk, and/or control functions (e.g. Operations, Finance) is strongly preferred - Strong understanding of Investment Management rules & regulations - Extensive management experience, including success with operating and managing within a matrix reporting environment, including oversight, delegation, prioritization, performance reviews and evaluations. - Self-starter with the ability to independently formulate and execute new ideas, and to critically evaluate risks - Strong communication and organization skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines 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. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $165000 and $275000 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.

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Job ID: Morgan-549785714663
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)