Risk Governance & Chief Operating Office Analyst

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Analyst to join the Risk Division's Risk Governance & Chief Operating Office (COO) in Frankfurt. 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. The role holder will report to the Head of Risk Governance and COO for Morgan Stanley Europe and will be responsible for supporting the operational effectiveness of the Division and contributing to Risk Governance ad-hoc deliverables.

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?

• Provide oversight of the implementation of the outsourcing framework in the Risk Division, including the coordination of completion of Risk Assessments, outsourcing agreements and updates to the outsourcing inventory and perform quality assurance on all documentation periodically
• Support the co-ordination of external disclosures for FRM, e.g. the Risk Report (Risikobericht) and Annual Financial Statements
• Support the co-ordination of Business Continuity Planning
• Responsible for other Risk COO related deliverables, including, co-ordination of ad-hoc projects and presentations for senior management, internal/external audit liaison, onboarding of new joiners and system entitlements reviews
• Support the Risk Governance team on ad-hoc deliverables, such as tracking of regulatory submissions, findings and commitments; preparation of regulatory on-site visits / workshops and information requests; compiling & reviewing submission materials
• Assist on self-assessments against regulatory requirements (new and existing)

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• German language skills (preferred but not essential)
• Experience in financial services (preferred)
• Confidence to take ideas forward and to challenge others, where appropriate, with experience in management by influence, facilitating and gaining consensus

Skills That Will Help You In The Role

• The ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, both written and verbally
• Strong attention to detail and ability to provide information in usable formats (proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• An interest in working in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high priority deliverables
• The ability to work independently in a self-directed way in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

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.

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Regulatory & Other Statements

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements
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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.