Expense Management and Compliance Administrative Associate

IM's Office of the COO seeks an Assoicate to support expense management & compliance efforts across the business. Key areas of focus include, but may not be limited to: * Business relationship management and development * Vendor payments, review and processing * Policy administration and process development * Data analysis and basic model development * Management & regulatory reportingKey Responsibilities: * Serve as liaison to key constituencies -- including IM employees and management -- with respect to related functions and processes * Manage compliance with industry and regulatory requirements , Firm & divisional policies, and client agreements * Review, approve and manage vendor payments and related processes (e.g., travel requisitions, ariba/equipment/software requests, events & conference activities, adherence to policies, etc.) * Perform quantitative data analyses using multiple, complex data sources; manipulate data and summarize into meaningful deliverables * Facilitate Firm and Division-level requests related to regulatory reviews and internal audits * Develop and distribute standardized and ad hoc reports (e.g., travel, catering, non-CRM tracking) * Manage and execute related projects & initiativesQualifications: * Bachelor's degree * 3+ years of experience in Financial Services * Strong relationship development/interpersonal skills; sound judgment * Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal * Highly process and detail oriented with strong analytical/problem solving skills * Expert in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Excel data manipulation, advanced formulas, pivot tables; PowerPoint) * Self-starter who is able to work and prioritize independently, proactively managing complex problems with limited guidanceWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. 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. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. 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 $80,000 and $85,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. 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.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).