MS Experienced Professionals Program

Research is actively seeking highly motivated individuals with strong analytical skills and a passion for the financial markets.

The Morgan Stanley Experienced Professionals Program (MSEPP) is designed to recruit professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, with or without a background in finance and to develop their banking skillsets through training and the apprenticeship model. This is a program with an emphasis on attracting populations who have experienced barriers to entry in the finance industry, including first-generation college students, people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and others who can bring a unique and authentic perspective to Morgan Stanley as a result of their life experiences.

This program is open to applicants of any race, gender, or other protected characteristic.  The Morgan Stanley Experienced Professionals Program is a component of our overall recruiting effort.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Morgan Stanley Investment Research is uniquely committed to being an essential part of our clients’ investment process. We strive to be the sell-side research provider that best understands the buy side. Through relevant and timely conversations with leading investors, we focus resources on risk-reward essentials: identifying the investor debates, assessing the potential outcomes, and uncovering the evidence our clients need to validate their investment decisions. Our equity analysts cover over 6,000 stocks; our economists, strategists and fixed income analysts cover all major regions and other asset classes around the globe. A career in investment research at Morgan Stanley demands a commitment to excellence and a passion for the markets as well as the highest level of integrity.

OPPORTUNITIES IN THE DEPARTMENT

Selected candidates will be placed within one of the four areas below, based on interest.

Equity / Credit Research: responsible for researching macroeconomic and microeconomic conditions, along with company fundamentals and industry trends. Equity and Credit Research analysts collect and analyze financial information, and build financial models, to make investment recommendations on stocks or debt instruments in specific sectors. Team members discuss their analysis and investment recommendations through written work and meetings with client and sales force.

Economics: responsible for a variety of analyses, building econometric models to understand and explain global macroeconomic phenomena and explore global macro themes. This includes participating in proprietary research projects, which may include survey work and ad-hoc modeling. Responsibilities in this group would also include scope for further development that would include independent client-facing presentations.

Rates: responsible for contributing to the analysis of US interest rate markets with a specific focus on interest rate derivatives, including implied volatility, and money markets. This team works with a mix of quantitative and qualitative analysis of data sets, relative value in derivative products, and market events and opportunities. Responsibilities in this group would also involve writing research notes, speaking to clients and presenting at meetings.

TRAINING PROGRAM

The Research program begins with an eight-week training and development curriculum to equip you with the fundamental and professional skills needed to be successful. The curriculum includes coursework in financial statement analysis, corporate finance and financial modeling, and seminars hosted by more experienced members of the department. You will also participate in training and study sessions to prepare you for any required licensing and registration exams. Along with formal training, you will be assigned a mentor when you arrive at the Firm.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have graduated from a 4-year accredited university and have 2 to 6 years of post-graduate work experience.

Applicants should have strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative. Excellent written and oral communication are a must, as well as having genuine intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. Microsoft Office, programming and/or statistical analysis skills are a plus. We are committed to mentoring and training Program Participants, and we will ensure that those entering from outside Financial Services have the tools for success.

LEVEL: Analyst

PROGRAM LOCATION

The Program will take place in Morgan Stanley’s New York Headquarters at 1585 Broadway.

PROGRAM DATES:

Deadline to Apply:  February 21st, 2025

Program Start: June 2025

HIREVUE:

In addition to completing an application, please use the below link to complete a HireVue.

You must complete both to be considered for this program.

https://morganstanleycareers.hirevue.com/signup/sjqSXkYsTpE27spLTte9SK/

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AT MORGAN STANLEY

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 maintain 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.  Employment decisions at Morgan Stanley are based on merit and we do not discriminate for or against any individual on the basis of any protected characteristic.

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. We 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.

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

COMPENSATION

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $125,000 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 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).