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Vice President - Counterparty Portfolio Analysis (Firm Risk Management)

AT Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley

Vice President - Counterparty Portfolio Analysis (Firm Risk Management)

The primary responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following: Stay abreast of market activity and drive the team towards proactive risk assessment and management, including assessment and impact analysis of market events. Lead with the spirit of managing risk with no surprises Periodically review client exposures and collateral changes and identify drivers of change, limit utilizations, assessment of growth in client portfolio Periodically perform sector deep-dives and trend analysis, identify and understand pockets of counterparty risk and present actionable insights to senior stakeholders, global risk forums Identify tail-risks and concentrate build-ups, including the articulation of risk assessment to senior credit risk managers Analyze and explain period over period exposure changes across a range of credit risk measures, stressed exposures (e.g. single- and multi-factor, product specific stresses) and risk sensitivities Independently identify opportunities and drive projects aimed at process efficiency / process improvements / strengthening controls. Drive the team to use automation and latest technology to aid in efficient portfolio analysis Oversee preparation of recurrent portfolio analysis for risk committee meetings, portfolio review meetings with BU and participate in discussions with senior management within Counterparty Risk in socialization of key risks Drive projects to enhance credit risk infrastructure while collaborating with Risk IT on strategic solutions and with self service team for building dashboards Actively lead the team on regular deliverables, risk projects and wider initiatives of the counterparty portfolio analysis team with active stakeholder management, upward and downward communication, bandwidth management and effective utilization of available resources Train, mentor team of associates and analysts both functionally and on career Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Engineering related areas; CFA and/or FRM or PRM preferred 10+ years of experience in a Financial Services firm, ideally in Counterparty Risk or Market Risk Management Familiarity with products that generate Counterparty Credit Risk: Equity OTC derivatives, Listed and Cleared derivatives. Familiarity with Prime Brokerage, Equity OTC, Cleared or Listed Business Strong technical skills, including comfort working with large datasets via SQL / Advanced excel is essential; Experience with VBA or other programming experience i.e R, Python; exposure to / familiarity with data visualization tools i.e. PowerBI is advantageous Desire to work in a dynamic, team-oriented, fast-paced environment focusing on challenging tasks mixing fundamental, quantitative, and market-oriented knowledge and skills is essential Self-motivated, independent with strong written and verbal communication skills Willingness to learn new and complex topics and adapt oneself (continuous learning) in dynamic environment Willingness to assume extended responsibility when needed Ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality with keen attention to detail Prior experience in managing a small team would be a plus 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. 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.

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Job ID: Morgan-549784639972
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)