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 ethic. 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.

The Fixed Income Division is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products and Distribution. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manages risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities Division is a market leader in energy, metals, and agricultural product trading worldwide whose professionals trade in both physical and derivative commodity risk.

Brief Role Description:

We are seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Vice President to join our Fixed Income Digital Assets team. In this position, you will play a key role in leading strategic initiatives across Fixed Income and in partnership with other areas of the Firm. You will work alongside senior team members to advance high-priority projects, including emerging areas such as digital assets and tokenization. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of excellence, embrace significant responsibilities and stay current with industry innovations tailored for institutional clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination and Execution:

• Lead the development and implementation of strategies for digital asset integration within Fixed Income, including exploration of tokenization opportunities and their organizational impact
• Partner with technology, operations and strats teams to define requirements and drive the successful rollout of digital asset-related initiatives
• Oversee the lifecycle of projects focused on digital asset platforms, ensuring robust organizational frameworks and compliance measures are in place
• Demonstrate strong judgment and credibility through a deep understanding of Fixed Income markets, trading workflows, and emerging digital asset operating models
• Facilitate alignment across global stakeholders (e.g., New York, London) and across multiple concurrent initiatives
• Proactively identify, assess, and prioritize potential risks across all project phases, encompassing technical, financial, operational, and external factors

Process Improvement and Analysis:

• Analyze and optimize operational processes for the secure and efficient management of digital assets, identifying opportunities for automation and scalability
• Implement frameworks and best practices for the organization, custody, and reporting of digital assets within Fixed Income.
• Design and implement standardized processes and governance models for the management of both traditional and digital assets, ensuring data integrity and auditability
• Research and evaluate emerging trends and technologies in digital assets and fixed income, identifying opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

Change Management

• Facilitate and support the planning and execution of comprehensive change management strategies to ensure seamless transitions and successful adoption of project rollouts.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in a field such as investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or a related financial services role.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills are essential.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Familiarity with Digital Asset Concepts
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
• A strong work ethic, sharp attention to detail, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

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.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $160,000 and $250,000 per year at the commencement of employment for Vice President. 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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.