Department Profile

The Fixed Income Division is comprised of a number of businesses, including: Interest Rate, Currency, Credit and Commodities Products. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities business is a market leader in energy, metals, and agricultural product trading worldwide in both physical and derivative commodity risk.

Background on the Team

The Interest Rate Derivatives business is looking for Senior Associate and Manager level candidates to join its Bank and Corporate Derivatives Strategy Team. The Team is focused on booking model optimization and building out the interest rate derivatives corporate business.

Primary Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities will include assisting with financial analysis (e.g. pnl, capital, liquidity), tracking client migration progress and status, assisting with presentations to management and regulators, and working on new product approval requirements, among others. Responsibilities will also include developing, streamlining and automating processes, and providing updates to management on status. Additionally, the role will involve working with stakeholders across the Firm, including the first and second line of defense, and an understanding of/or ability to learn about the relevant products and systems involved.

Skills desired

• [5-10] years of industry experience
• Background in financial business performance and planning (P&L, Capital, Expenses, etc.)
• Strong quantitative skills and an ability to think analytically
• Project management sills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to quickly grasp key concepts and take ownership of deliverables
• Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility with multiple priorities working in a team setting
• Strong problem solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to provide information in comprehensible formats
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to think strategically and demonstrate leadership capabilities
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint

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.