Finance Central Policy Office

Finance Central Policy Office Director (equivalent to AVP)

Job Level: Director

We’re seeking someone to join our Finance Central Policy Office (CPO) team as a Director in Finance Risk and Assurance to act as a support to the Head of the Finance Central Policy Office and Governance Lead in the strengthening and development of a coherent and transparent governance Framework.
 

In the Finance division, we act as a partner to business units around the globe by providing management, review, analysis and advisory services of the Firm’s financial and capital resources. This is a Director within our Risk, Assurance, Governance & Control job family which provides oversight and monitoring of operational risk or third party/outsourcing for the global Finance division, validation and testing of financial and regulatory reports and reinforcement of regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
 

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:

- Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm

- Responsible for and lead aspects of individual and team deliverables and projects, leveraging in-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segments

- Adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls; proactively identify ways to reduce risk in work

- Act as a culture carrier; embody and set an example of the Firm's values and hold yourself and others accountable to Firm standards

- Ownership and Implementation of the Finance Policy & Procedure Governance Framework

- Setting forth uniform minimum standards with respect to development, renewal, approval, oversight and management of policies and procedures

- Assisting Policy Owners with policy and procedure life cycle requirements

- Reviewing and Maintaining all Finance LFI Supervisory Documentation (FRB Mandate)

What you'll bring to the role:

- In-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segment and technical skills, as well as of industry and competitive environment

- Ability to operate independently with respect to most job responsibilities

- Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and innovate processes

- Experience within financial services or compliance

- An understanding of the Regulatory environment is preferred

- A strong team player with the ability to operate independently, pro-actively and collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders at all levels both within Finance and the business

- Strong analytical and communication skills, with good attention to detail

- At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

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, fuelled 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/aboutus/offices into your browser.

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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.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work statement
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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.