The cultivation and protection of Morgan Stanley's powerful global brand and reputation are critical to the successful execution of our strategy. In order to best leverage our resources and to ensure we present the Firm consistently in all that we do, Corporate Affairs encompasses media relations, internal communications, philanthropy and digital strategy.

Company Profile

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.

At Morgan Stanley India, we support the Firm's global businesses, with critical presence across Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment management, as well as in the Firm's infrastructure functions of Technology, Operations, Finance, Risk Management, Legal and Corporate & Enterprise Services. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in India since 1993, with campuses in both Mumbai and Bengaluru. We empower our multi-faceted and talented teams to advance their careers and make a global impact on the business. For those who show passion and grit in their work, there's ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.

Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on...

What you'll do in the role:
• Support in driving the strategy and execution of the Firm's 2% CSR initiatives in India, including oversight of employee volunteer programs with CSR partners.
• Developing impactful programs aligned with the company's strategic focus areas.
• Driving budget and monitoring spending to deliver results in line with the annual action plan.
• Ensuring strict compliance as per the applicable 2% CSR laws, due diligence, and governance of processes.
• Build and maintain partnerships with charities, key stakeholders of the ecosystem and community organizations to maximize impact of CSR programs.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of CSR programs and projects through measurable outcomes.
• Leverage 2% CSR partnerships to drive employee engagement.
• Support in execution of global volunteer campaigns such as Global Volunteer Month

What you'll bring to the role:
• A passion for social impact and a deep understanding of community development issues in India
• BA/BS and 12+ years of experience in Community Affairs, CSR, or philanthropy/non-profits
• Strong understanding of India's 2% CSR landscape, including regulatory compliance and due diligence requirements
• Strong project planning and organizational skills; project management with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, networking and management skills
• Logical and analytical skills
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills
• Proactive, analytical, and patient, with an ability to work across corporate, non-profit, and public audiences.
• Staying abreast of relevant research and trends in the areas of focus and promoting best practices
• Professional and able to work with integrity, respect, and confidentiality always.Hard-working, hands-on, and collaborative team player
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, making informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Self-starter, resourceful, and a team player with ability to multi-task

Additionally, the successful candidate must:
• A priority will be familiarity with and experience of managing community affairs, philanthropy, and CSR programs.
• Familiarity with the skills-based volunteer/pro bono industry will also be important.
• Knowledge in impact measurement, program evaluation and reporting
• Experience in a corporate environment an advantage

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. Our 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.

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.