Associate, Private Equity Risk (Risk Management)

The team covers a wide variety of products such as: private credit & equity, real estate, infrastructure funds, CLOs, multi-asset mutual funds, money market funds and associated hedges (Equities, Rates, FX and Credit).

Primary Responsibilities
> Monitoring market risks including the use of metrics such as Value-at-Risk (VaR), Greeks, limits, and scenario analysis tools daily
> Provide independent oversight of all market risks related to the Firm's investments portfolio and help create presentations articulating key risks and portfolio changes to senior management in a timely fashion
> Enhance the group's stress testing and risk reporting by streamlining the process. Work on data enhancement and infrastructure projects to improve reporting capabilities for more effective risk management and improve the limit framework
> Maintain active dialogue with business units, risk management colleagues, and support groups regarding business activities
> Regularly perform deep dives into the Firm's portfolio and ensure the Firm's inventory of key risks is up-to-date and accurate

Experience

> Bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited university or equivalent international degree
> Preferred 1 to 5 years of post-graduate work, or military experience
> Desired proficiency in Excel and SQL or a working knowledge of a programming language such as Python
> Self-motivated, curious, and adaptable with strong attention to detail and a willingness to assume extended responsibility
> Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective relationships with the business unit and external groups
> Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to produce concise and effective presentations
> Ability to work on multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines
> Willingness to question established processes and seek to improve them
> Desired knowledge of Equity or Fixed Income (Rates, FX and Credit) products

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $140,000 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.

This role is hybrid and currently requires in office attendance 3 days/week. The in office requirement is subject to change at any time.

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 base 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 the law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Firm Risk Management values diversity and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees.

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 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. 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.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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).