Governance Control Senior Associate

Are you ready to lead and innovate in the realm of governance and control within the Finance Division? We are seeking a proactive and skilled Governance Control Senior Associate to join our Model and EUC Governance team. This is a unique opportunity to work globally across all risk stripes—credit, market, operational, liquidity, and model risk. You will engage closely with model/EUC developers and reviewers, and collaborate across various business and functional areas within the firm. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for streamlining processes to enhance efficiency, we want to hear from you!

About Us:

Morgan Stanley stands as a global leader in financial services, excelling in investment banking, securities, investment management, and wealth management. We are passionate about shaping the future of our global business while making meaningful contributions to our local communities. Our team operates across various domains, including Technology, Mathematical Modelling, Finance, Risk Management, Operations, and Data & Analytics, from our state-of-the-art offices near the Danube. Our work spans global markets, offering you the chance to collaborate with top professionals in New York, London, Hong Kong, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Governance & Framework Execution

• Streamline Processes: Enhance the execution of model control and EUC frameworks, ensuring robust governance, documentation standards, and policies through effective stakeholder management.

• Inventory Support: Assist in maintaining comprehensive inventories of all models, tools, and EUCs within Finance, ensuring accuracy and control.

2. Documentation & Project Management

• Monitor Documentation: Oversee documentation status to ensure completion and manage the broader model certification and exception processes.

• Project Timelines: Establish and monitor project timelines to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and within scope.

3. Communication & Reporting

• Effective Communication: Ensure clear and effective communication and reporting to functional teams, managers, stakeholders, and senior leadership.

• Regulatory Insight: Provide valuable input for presentation materials for model committees and regulatory exams, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

4. Risk Management & Process Improvement

• Risk Identification: Proactively identify emerging risks and contribute to strategies for mitigation.

• Process Enhancement: Support ongoing process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

5. Leadership & Collaboration

• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop quick rapport with technical and business stakeholders across regions, working effectively on multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Cultural Leadership: Act as a role model and culture carrier, embodying the Firm's values and holding yourself and others accountable to Firm standards.

What You'll Bring:

• Expertise: Advanced understanding of the Finance functional area, products, client segments, and industry environment.

• Feedback & Recognition: Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and acknowledge team members' efforts.

• Risk Articulation: Strong ability to articulate risk and impact to various audiences and create mitigation plans.

• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with complex datasets, with great attention to detail.

• Communication Excellence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing environments quickly and effectively.

• Experience: At least 6 years of relevant experience is generally expected to possess the skills required for this role.

What We Offer:

• Global Exposure: Engage with Morgan Stanley offices worldwide, including New York, London, Paris, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

• Professional Growth: Access world-class internal training and support for professional qualifications, enhancing your career development.

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy core working hours and the flexibility