ISGM - Financial Crimes Risk - Policies, Procedures and Training VP

FCR Vice President/Associate - Policies, Procedures and Training

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 ethics.  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 ISG Financial Crimes Risk (“FCR”) Team is embedded within the Firm’s business line.  It is responsible for identifying, assessing, and escalating potential money laundering and reputational risk issues associated with higher risk client types. The FCR Team is considered the first line of defense and supports the onboarding and enhanced due diligence processes for Morgan Stanley.

Primary Responsibilities

Vice President - Policies, Procedures, and Training will play a key role in supporting the development, implementation, and oversight of the Team’s policies, procedures, and related training initiatives. This individual will partner closely with FCR Head of Policies, Procedures and Training to drive standardization, enhance regulatory compliance, and embed a culture of accountability across the Team. By aligning procedural documentation and training programs with strategic goals, the VP will ensure operational efficiency, regulatory adherence, and consistent employee development across departments.   

Policy and Procedure Development

• Contribute to end-to-end development, review and maintenance of policies, procedures, and guides, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, business objectives and organization standards.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of implemented policies, revising them as necessary.
• Monitor Firm’s changes to proactively update policies and procedures, maintaining organizational compliance and readiness.

Training and Development

• Provide strategic oversight and subject matter expertise to support the design, development and delivery of training programs aligned with policy and procedure requirements.
• Collaborate with the FCR Head of Policies, Procedures and Training to ensure content accuracy, consistency, and relevance across regulatory priorities.
• Create training materials, ensuring information is clear, concise, and impactful. Contribute to developing content that effectively communicates key messages and aligns with organizational goals and standards.
• Support the evaluation of training effectiveness through data analysis, stakeholder feedback, and risk-based assessments to drive continuous improvement and compliance readiness.

Governance and Compliance

• Establish and maintain a robust governance framework to oversee policy, procedure and training initiatives, ensuring accountability, transparency, and effective oversight.
• Partner with key stakeholders across risk and compliance functions to standardize practices and drive consistency in documentation and implementation.
• Participate actively in governance forums and working groups to drive strategic alignment and decision-making across functions. 

Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor the implementation and adherence to policies and training programs.
• Regularly report on policy compliance and training progress to the executive leadership team.
• Continuously assess and mitigate risk by staying informed on emerging regulatory changes.

Role will require in office attendance 4 days/week.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

• 4-7 years professional experience in a financial crimes/anti-money laundering group (or similar) at a financial institution.
• Demonstrated success in developing training programs and policies and procedures.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and working with senior executives.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of AML/KYC regulations and standards, including local and international requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and drive process improvements.
• Exceptional problem-solvi