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Training Specialist, AVP

AT Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley

Training Specialist, AVP

Seattle, WA

Job Description

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries. 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. Morgan Stanley 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.

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As a member of the Field Service organization within Wealth Management, the Training Specialist is also an extension of the market and regional teams that they support throughout the territories assigned to them. They are responsible for providing ongoing platform support to Financial Advisors and Service Professionals, focusing on key platform enhancements and rollouts as well as developing strategies to encourage continuous engagement and adoption on existing platforms.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Partner with Home Office, Regional and Market leadership teams to develop a platform engagement strategy and execution plan for territories assigned
  • Lead virtual and/or in-person group sessions, workshop and/or one-on-one trainings on how to use new and existing platforms and reinforce messaging around why these platforms are important to practices and clients
  • Offer continuous support, refresher sessions and regular communications to ensure teams remain proficient with platforms and focused on engagement and adoption
  • Incorporate strategic priorities and messaging into all platform engagement responsibilities, such as driving efficiencies and enhancing the Morgan Stanley client experience
  • Service as a subject matter expert for a set of defined key platforms, while also providing general support for all other platforms
  • Assist with new hire onboarding, ensuring seamless transitions into the firm
  • Collaborate with key business partners across the firm to assist markets with additional platform support needs
  • Regularly track key metrics and key performance indicators to remain focused on delivering results
  • Share success stories with peers to drive a culture of collaboration and maximize impact

Education and/or Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a field relevant to the position
  • Active SIE, Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or willingness to work towards licensing
  • College degree preferred

Knowledge and Skills Required:
  • Proven leadership and coaching abilities
  • Technically proficient and quick learner of new platforms and changes
  • Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office and internet applications
  • Advanced knowledge of Wealth Management industry
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information effectively
  • Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and learning styles
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills to effectively manage schedules
  • Ability to analyze data to identify opportunities and drive results
  • Open to feedback and flexible to adjust approach based on feedback and evolving needs
  • Ability to manage relationships, motivate and lead groups of people at various levels
  • Team player, with the ability to also work independently
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles a plus

Salary range for the position: $85,000 - $135,000/ Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA, USA
Job ID: Morgan-549781637940
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)