The IWM – COO and Strategy team is a collaborative group of industry professionals who enjoy designing and leading change. We are looking to hire an Associate-level member on our team to help analyze, develop and execute strategic initiatives to support Morgan Stanley's globally-focused financial advisors and international clients. Recent initiatives include but are not limited to the development of the Intermediary segment, market expansion strategy, connectivity with E-trade, assessing competitive positioning and supporting the execution of weekly, monthly and offsite business management working sessions. Key responsibilities include:Support advisors in the development of Intermediary relationships, servicing offshore clients. Act as a central touchpoint between home office teams (Investment, Lending, Wealth Planning, Legal, Risk and Compliance) and the fieldConduct a range of data related queries (e.g. competition, pricing, product) and provide proactive solutions/recommendations based on findingsSupport growth strategy and business management initiatives through problem solving, issue analysis, financial modeling and project managementDevelop and present recommendations to complex business issuesCollaborate regularly with financial advisors on specific client deals, organize client meetings and follow-up on the opportunity/sales processPrepare presentations for senior internal and external audiences Develop marketing materials for educational and client purposesMonitor industry trends and provide analysis of competitive developments to the IWM team and senior managementContribute to a team environment of organizational support and collaborationExperience Required:2-3 years of experience in a strategy, sales, relationship managementBachelor degree requiredStrong track record of academic and professional excellence and achievementHighly proficient in ExcelAdvanced Knowledge of PowerpointQualifications and Skills Required:Good understanding of the Wealth Management space with an interest for International Wealth Management. Ideally prior global/international experienceStrong communication and collaboration skillsStrong data and analytical skillsSolution-based and results oriented skillset with ability to conceptualize and executeSpanish/Portuguese languages would be a plusSolid presentation, and interpersonal skills. Comfortable to partner/communicate across all ranks and functionsProactive and independent attitudeExpected base pay rates for the role will be between 60000 and 110000 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 commission earnings, 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).
