Quality Assurance Associate - Non-Financial Risk
3 days ago• Budapest, Hungary
Department Profile
Professionals within the Legal and Compliance Division (LCD) provide a wide range of services to our business units. They preserve the firm's invaluable reputation for integrity and protect the firm from sanctions with policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements around the world. They also strive to maintain cooperative relationships with governmental policy makers and the regulatory and self-regulatory agencies that govern the firm's businesses.
About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.
As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
Position Description:
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As a member of the Non-Financial Risk ("NFR") Oversight Governance team, the Quality Assurance Associate will perform their duties independently, objectively, and as an integral part of the team to support our overall oversight efforts. This position will report to the Budapest Quality Assurance Lead and will conduct reviews and analyses over the global Legal and Compliance (LCD) and NFR testing teams to ensure consistency of approach, adequacy of testing documentation, and overall compliance with Global Testing Standards.
What will you be doing:
- Perform quality assurance reviews of the LCD NFR Testing organization focusing on activities including individual test planning, execution/fieldwork, individual test reporting, and issues and actions identified through Testing, including Closure Verification
- Based upon results of QA reviews, provide recommendations to management on process adjustments as well as conduct training on lessons learned and best practices, as applicable
- Develop good working relationships with other LCD and NFR teams
- Generate periodic reporting on the results of the QA program, including trend analysis
- Implement automation and efficiency initiatives within the QA program
What we are looking for:
- Undergraduate degree required
- At least 3 years' relevant experience in Internal Audit, External Audit or Compliance 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), including relevant experience planning and executing QA or Quality Control reviews in accordance with professional standards
- Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Possess professional maturity and confidence in communicating results with staff and peers
- Ability to handle large workload with strong organizational and planning skills
- Knowledge of Regulatory landscape - Operational Risk, Compliance, Financial Crimes, or other areas of financial regulatory requirements and expectations (domestic and international)
- Proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in particular)
WHAT 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.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If t his 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? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. 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.
Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: Morgan-JR006536
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-10-16T18:36:20
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)