Business Continuity Planning Associate

Finance Business Continuity implement an adaptive risk-based program and methodology that ensures Finance's business continuity capability is fit for purpose through tests and exercises in order to protect the Firm's assets, facilitate the life safety of employees, and enable operational resilience

The broader Finance Risk agenda includes, but is not limited to, Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) governance and reporting, Information Security Governance, Supplier Risk and Control Validation in addition to other operational risk related topics. This dynamic position offers the candidate an exceptional opportunity to gain exposure and learn about various processes across the Finance division.

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.

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. We 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.

What will you be doing?

The ideal candidate possesses banking/financial services experience, with a focus on business continuity management. Additionally, the candidate should have the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management via superior communication (written and oral) skills.

• Provide support in developing & standardising, coordinating, communicating and testing the business continuity planning process across all functions within Finance.
• Assist in deployment of new business continuity tooling, including undertaking user acceptance testing and cascade of training across functional area where required.
• Perform ongoing risk analysis to determine which business processes, systems, and applications need to be recovered within the indicated time frame to comply with corporate and regulatory recovery time objectives of the organisation.
• Assist with risk assessments and due diligence efforts pertaining to critical suppliers and 3rd party vendors.
• Track metrics and coordinate reporting to project working groups and senior management and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and respond to Regulatory requests e.g. PRA, EBA Remediation etc.
• Provide crisis management support response to regional and global crisis events that could impact Finance and its 4Ps (People, Processes, Premises, 3rd Parties), escalating and managing incidents in coordination with Firm stakeholders and Finance Management where necessary.
• Communicate and work alongside a diverse group of professionals in Finance and across the Firm.
• Assist in various ad-hoc and broader Finance Risk agenda topics.

What we're looking for:

• Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to ability to summarise and present results back within an agreed timeline.
• Critical dependency on strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with key stakeholders and Senior Management.
• Intellectual curiosity with a focus on information sharing.
• Critical thinking in order to challenge processes, solve for ad hoc queries and creativity to suggest alternative approaches.
• Strong relationship building skills with the Ability to collaborate and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders of varying seniority across Finance and other divisions.
• Proficiency with data management, End User Computing Tools (spreadsheets and databases) and other standard computing applications (PowerPoint and Word).
• Flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management and organisational skills enabling the achievement of tight deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks.

We offer:

• Work in the Finance department of one of the world's top tier Financial Institutions and a firsthand insight into our business.
• A desirable compensation and benefits package including eligibility for an annual bonus.
• Professional development opportunities including access to Morgan Stanley's world-class internal training program.
• Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement.
• A supportive and inclusive environment, we accept individual differences and use them to better our work environment and culture.
• A balance between personal and professional lifestyles, including flexible working opportunities such as work from home arrangements.
• High specification office space with leading technologies, collaborative working spaces and wellbeing facilities including an onsite fitness suite.

Where will you be working?

Working in a collaborative growing team in the Glasgow Finance division on a 3/2 hybrid model.

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.

Equal opportunities statement:

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.

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.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
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? 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.