Risk Management, Market Risk, Associate
London
JR003877
The role will reside within Firm Risk Management's Market Risk Department and will cover the Equities business.
The Market Risk Division (MRD) is responsible for the independent identification, analysis, reporting and escalation of all market risk exposures arising from EMEA business activities, acting independently of business management and providing an effective challenge process.
Firm Risk Management (FRM) supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by partnering with business units across the Firm to realize efficient risk-adjusted returns, acting as a strategic advisor to the Board and protecting the Firm from exposure to losses as a result of credit, market, liquidity, operational, model and other risks.
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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?
• As a desk-facing manager, engagement with traders, trading management and strategists with appropriate escalation of risks identified to senior risk managers. Close collaboration with the credit, finance, valuation control functions
• Understand and explain relationship between risks and pnl volatility
• Contribute to the assessment of the suitability and performance of pricing, risk and capital models and work with relevant groups to address material deficiencies
• Real-time involvement in approval of large transactions. Performing deal analysis, including independently assessing overlooked risks, agreeing hedging strategies with the Front Office
• Data analysis through SQL, Python, Excel). Either existing technical skills or willingness to learn those
What we're looking for:
• Degree, or equivalent, in a quantitative subject, mathematics or statistics
• 3+ years experience in risk management and / or quantitative field in a sell-side institution
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confidence to take ideas forward and to challenge others
Skills that will help you in the role:
• Ability to work independently in a self-directed way in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and ability to provide information in usable formats (proficiency in Microsoft office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong organizational skills with an interest in working in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high priority deliverables
Where will you be working?
This role is based in 20 Bank Street, London.
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.