Program Manager - NFR Analytics (Hybrid)

We offer:

• To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork
• State-of-the-art offices that are designed to maximize collaboration
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement
• An environment which is leveraging technology to its highest potential

Team Profile:

The Non-Financial Risk (NFR) Department forms the second line of defense for management of the firm's non-financial risks, which include Financial Crimes, market manipulation or abuse and Operational risk.

NFR Data & Analytics is a function in the Legal and Compliance Division responsible for designing and optimizing surveillance models, approaches and tools using advanced analytical techniques like supervised and unsupervised machine learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP) and evolving techniques like graph analytics. The surveillances and other tools help identify suspicious and/or illegal behaviors like money laundering, market manipulation, insider trading, unfair sales or trading practices and other financial crimes.

Position Description:

The Program Manager will be part of the Analytics solutions team in NFR Data & Analytics. The role will manage analytics and quantitative initiatives across the department. It will require managing the user requirement intake process, evaluating potential solutions and identification of critical path dependencies, and working with governance forums to prioritize initiatives. This may require preparing governance meetings, running scrum calls, and managing backlogs for projects, resolve any issues or dependencies and report on project updates.

The individual will work in a dynamic environment with a range of stakeholders, data architects to ensure best in class data infrastructure, technology teams to implement solutions, and subject matter experts for user requirements, testing and signoffs. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex business requirements with multiple stakeholders across regions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage the Analytics solutions intake process
• Evaluate potential solutions and keep track dependencies for successful execution
• Make prioritization recommendations to the relevant governance forums
• Act as a scrum master on specific projects
• Prepare and deliver presentations to senior executives
• Provide periodic updates to relevant governance forums
• Measure ROI and value delivered
• Keep abreast of industry standards and regulatory trends

Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 6+ years' experience in Project Management or Business Analysis, preferably in financial industry
• Experience building narratives and communicating to senior stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to work with global, cross-functional teams

Skills Desired:

• Experience conducting business analysis in Capital/Regulatory projects
• Understanding of Capital markets, listed derivatives, and fixed income instruments a plus
• Experience with Agile methodology a plus
• Experience with business analysis tools like Tableau, Alteryx

About us:

Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm and a market leader in investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we are shaping the future of our global business and contributing to our local community. Our team works across numerous areas.

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.

All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.

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 is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.