Securities Settlement Associate

Handle equity and fixed income settlements in HK equity, China A stock Connect, CMU and Bond Connect marketInvestigate and resolve settlement exceptions Perform reconciliation to ensure firm books and records match with external banks and central depository's record Communicate with counterparty (broker and custodian) to resolve settlement issue Handle physical certificate deposit or withdrawal request Process ADR conversion, cross board conversions, etc Follow up on IPO syndicate deals, EIPO subscription and corresponding settlement Work on Process Improvement Bachelors degree Self-motivated, lead by example, work with drive and determination Product and operational knowledge / experience in cash equities is preferred Strong risk awareness, ability to identify the issue, question the process and escalate properly Strong communication skills, be able to interact and communicate effectively both internally and externally, including business unit, Exchange and senior management teams Be able to handle multi-tasks under pressure Adaptable and flexible to changes and new challenges Ability to set out / apply up to date knowledge and best practices to develop solutions that add value to the firm and our clients Ability to identify areas for process improvement to improve the control and efficiency of the process At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role 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. 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.