Compliance Professional (Legal and Compliance) : Job Level - Associate

Department Profile

Legal and Compliance

Legal & Compliance Division (LCD) comprises of Legal, Compliance, Global Financial Crimes and Regulatory Relations.
The Legal Department provides guidance, requirements, and procedures for understanding and complying with the laws, regulations and Firm policies that apply to our businesses.
The Global Compliance Department identifies applicable Compliance Obligations and maintains a Firmwide Compliance Risk management program, including Compliance Risks that transcend business lines, legal entities and jurisdictions of operation.
Global Financial Crimes is responsible for the development and governance of the Firm's financial crime prevention efforts across all regions and business units. Global Financial Crimes is comprised of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, Anti-boycott, Anti-Corruption (ACG), Government, and Political Activities Compliance (GPAC) programs.
The Global Regulatory Relations Group (GRRG) is responsible for strategic and centralized management of the supervisory activities of Morgan Stanley's regulators and related developments globally, with a focus on regulatory reviews and examinations and continuous monitoring activities. GRRG serves as the central point of contact for the regulatory staff responsible for supervisory activities at Morgan Stanley entities and for timely reporting to Firm management and other governance or management bodies, as appropriate, on those relationships and supervisory processes, including areas of significant regulatory focus or concern.

LCD Center of Excellence - Mumbai (LCD CoE) is a part of Morgan Stanley's Global In-house Center, which provides global support to LCD and is an integral part of Firm and LCD strategy

Background on the Team

The successful candidate will plan and execute in-depth tests on topics assigned by Operational Risk Compliance Testing. The Operational Risk Compliance Testing team is part of the broader Global Compliance Testing organization. The team plans and executes the Operational Risk Compliance Testing program Primary Responsibilities

Execute risk-based compliance testing and forensic testing to review and assess the effectiveness of the Firm's policies and procedures including recommending corrective action plans for gaps identified from testing.
Execution of reviews from initiation to completion including executing and documenting detailed walkthroughs of key processes to identify internal controls, developing, executing, and overseeing substantive testing of control and related procedures, and ultimately reporting identified issues.
Prepare written reports describing the tests conducted, results and corrective action plans.
Coordinate with Operational Risk testing personnel globally to track the progress of the test plan for reporting to senior management.
Track status of corrective action plans agreed upon with the business
Track internal audit reviews and findings and review internal audit work-papers to identify opportunities to leverage their reviews for compliance testing.
Remain current on industry rules, regulations, and best practices to make recommendations to the testing program.

Skills required (essential)

2 to 6 years' experience working with medium to large sized investment management firms with diverse business lines is preferred.
Testing, surveillance, operational risk, or auditing experience a plus.
Knowledge of the Operational Risk and Non-Financial Risk.
Knowledge of Information Security and Fraud Risk assessment and prevention and detection controls.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and work effectively on multiple reviews with different individuals at the same time.
Ability to work independently, as well, as in a team.
Ability to work with staff of all levels across departments.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
High degree of organization and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, SharePoint, Bloomberg, and ability to quickly learn automated systems, such as trade order management systems, portfolio accounting systems, pre/post trade surveillance systems and web applications.

Skills desired

Knowledge of global markets / market regulations
Audit experience of Stock broking firms will be preferred
Industry qualifications - CA / CIA or similar certification preferred

Coverage

Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Coverage is dependent on business needs so flexibility on required finish time or full day's coverage may be required during some Indian holidays.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise 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.

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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.