ISG Management

Organization: ISG Management
Primary Location: Americas-United States of America-New York-New York-1585 Broadway - [1585]
Program: NFR CRT Governance
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Level: Vice President 
Job Title: Institutional Securities Group (ISG) Central Risk Team (CRT) SSC Governance Vice President

Company Profile
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

Department Profile
The Institutional Securities Group (ISG) Central Risk Team (CRT) is a first line of defense (1LoD) team created to improve the management of non-financial risk across all ISG Business Units. 
The Surveillance, Supervision and Governance team sits within CRT and is responsible for managing a broad number of initiatives across ISG, spanning several topics including the Supervisory Framework, technology enhancements and increasing transparency and efficiency across the division and it relates to our stripe. 

Position Summary:
The Institutional Securities Group (ISG) Central Risk Team (CRT) is a first line of defense (1LoD) team created to improve the management of non-financial risk across all ISG Business Units. 
The Surveillance, Supervision and Conduct position will play a pivotal role in overseeing and integrating governance practices across the ISG business. This role will ensure consistent implementation of non-financial risk (NFR) frameworks, drive strategic initiatives that enhance transparency, regulatory responsiveness, and operational efficiency across ISG businesses.

Key Responsibilities:
Governance & Risk Management
•    Partner closely with the SSC Governance lead to implement and maintain the NFR Framework across SSC and ISG teams.
•    Support governance forums, working groups, and communications across ISG divisions.
•    Collaborate with ISG supervisors, Risk Management, Compliance, and Technology to strengthen control environments and risk governance.
•    Assist in the design and implementation of controls to meet evolving regulatory expectations.
•    Contribute to strategic projects that enhance ISG’s governance and risk management capabilities.
Strategic Projects & Technology Enablement
•    Support enhancements to NFR tools and technology platforms to improve efficiency and transparency.
•    Create project scopes, wireframes, and secure stakeholder alignment for governance-related initiatives.
•    Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across SSC teams.
•    Responsible for creating project scope, wireframes, gain alignment and sign off from all stakeholders

Experience/ Skills:
•    3–5 years of experience in financial services, with exposure to sustainable finance, capital markets, or investment banking.
•    Proven track record in non-financial risk management, governance, or regulatory program execution.
•    Experience managing cross-functional projects and regulatory interactions.
•    Strong analytical and project management skills; proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and data visualization tools.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex topics for senior audiences.
•    Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
•    Ability to discuss in-depth technology initiatives and ability to work closely with technology teams
•    Familiarity with Non-Financial Risk, particularly within a 1LoD function 
•    FINRA Series 7 & 24 licenses are a plus.
 

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 89 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.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $140,000 and $250,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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).

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).