NFROG Governance and Initiatives Director - Non-Financial Risk

This position will report to the Head of NFROG and is critical in ensuring the consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness of the Firm's Legal and Compliance ("LCD") and NFR Oversight's Testing and Monitoring activities by driving governance frameworks, owning and maintaining policies and procedures, and overseeing training initiatives. Standards, Methodology, and Governance: Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to ensure consistent and risk-based approach to NFR Oversight, and that activities align with regulatory expectations and internal policies Challenge the status quo, optimize, and enhance methodologies by incorporating industry best practices, innovative solutions, regulatory guidance, and firmwide risk assessment processes Partner with QA, Technology, and Reporting teams, as necessary, to drive consistency and standardization Support the development and execution of the annual Oversight plan, ensuring risk-based coverage and coordination across LCD and NFR teams Facilitate governance forums, committees, and working groups to enhance collaboration and oversight. Act as a central liaison for senior management and internal stakeholders regarding NFR Oversight governance Flexibility to support broader team deliverables Design and deliver comprehensive training programs for NFR Oversight professionals to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures Develop onboarding materials and ongoing learning initiatives to support skill development and communication of best practices 5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit or Compliance/Non-Financial Risk Testing related fields within a global organization (over areas such as: 1st Line of Defense business units, Financial Crimes, Operational Risk, and / or Technology Risk) Experience of creating and maintaining policy and procedure documentation Good understanding of testing and monitoring methodologies, regulatory expectations, and risk management frameworks Detail oriented with very strong written and verbal communication skills, including hosting meetings and training sessions Possess professional maturity and confidence in communicating results with staff, peers and management, including dealing with challenges and disagreements Proactive collaborative mindset Ability to handle large workload with strong organizational and planning skills Proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 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. If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. 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.