Morgan Stanley—Compliance Testing - WM Branch, Associate, Oversight, Monitoring and Testing

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Description: We're seeking someone to join our team as an Associate in the Legal and Compliance division. This team provides support services to onshore corporate secretarial team in the Legal and Compliance Division In the Legal & Compliance division, we assist the Firm in achieving its business objectives by facilitating and overseeing the Firm's management of legal, regulatory and franchise risk. This is an Associate level position within the Oversight, Monitoring and Testing team. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world. What you'll do in the role: · The candidate will have several areas of responsibility including, but not limited to, the following: · Access various Firm systems and ad-hoc reports to organize data utilized in testing conducted by the Branch Examiners · Organize data into standardized formats as described in the Branch Examinations procedures · Assist with the rollout, extraction and certification of Compliance questionnaires completed by all WM branch personnel on an annual basis · Respond to inquiries from Examiners and Branch Examinations management · Assist with automation of manual activities, innovation for process improvements · Co-ordinating with different stakeholders and ensuring deliverables are met on time What you'll bring to the role: - At least 2 years’ relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Excellent time management skills and ability to execute tasks within tight deadlines - Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, with strong expertise in Advanced Excel, including the use of advanced formulas, PivotTables, and data analysis techniques and has the ability to effectively leverage various internet-based applications and tools. - Exposure to AI-powered automation tools and VBA macro development is an added advantage - Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task - Ability to facilitate meetings among stakeholders with diverse points of view - Has the ability to perform data analysis Skills desired - Basic understanding of financial markets is essential - Has the ability to effectively handle a fast paced environment and successfully meet established deadline requirements - Ability to research and resolve issues independently while working across teams to acquire information - Be self-motivated and must have the ability to work independently - Knowledge of global markets / market regulations - Basic understanding of financial markets is essential Coverage Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Coverage is dependent on business needs so flexibility on required finish time or full day's coverage may be required during some Indian holidays. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.