Analyst, P1, Valuation Control : Job Level - Analyst

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{A Topline Description of the Role - max 1 sentence} We?re seeking someone to join our team as a Valuation Controller in the Valuation Control team to undertake Independent Price Verification (IPV) of a global portfolio of assets using external data sources and financial models.

{B Standard Description of Division and JA Job Family} 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 an Analyst level position within the [RECRUITER to add standard JA Job Family Description based on Job Profile].

{C Standard Description of the Firm} 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.

{D Part 1: Scope of Role ?What you?ll do?}

What you'll do in the role:
- Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm
- Develop an understanding of Finance functional area, tools and processes
- Responsible for tasks to support team deliverables, with guidance, and appropriately escalate issues to ensure timely and effective resolution
- Adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls
- Uphold the Firm's values and hold yourself accountable to Firm standards
- Undertake Independent Price Verification (IPV) of a global portfolio of assets using external data sources and financial models
- Debate IPV results and marking methodologies with front-office traders
- Review valuation and risk models while working closely with model developers
- Analyze pricing factors in complex financial products and comprehend market movements' impact on the portfolio and firm
- Identify and eliminate control gaps within the pricing framework
- Drive development on regulatory deliverables and automation projects using Agile {D Part 2: Scope of Role ?What you?ll bring?}

What you'll bring to the role:
- Willingness to learn Finance principles, tools and systems
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a professional environment
- Willingness to seek guidance and solicit feedback to further self-development
- Completed degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business related discipline
- Deep knowledge of main financial products, their market context, and associated risks
- Clear, structured communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
- Strong analytical, quantitative skills and proficient user of Excel
- Knowledge of relevant pricing models and risk management techniques is an advantage
- Ability to understand code in VBA/Python or another programming language commonly used in the financial industry is an advantage

- At least 0-2 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

{E What you can expect from Morgan Stanley} [RECRUITER to add standard global paragraph]

{F Regional insertions e.g., Wage transparency, EEO, Regulatory etc.} [RECRUITER to insert standard disclosures for location and division where applicable]

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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