We’re seeking someone to join our team as an IT / Infrastructure Project Manager. The role will focus on critical day-to-day IT activities associated with the coordination of new network infrastructure, client connectivity and extranet services.  

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.

This is a Lead Workplace Operations & Support position at Vice President level, which is part of the job family responsible for delivering efficient technical support and ensuring smooth operations of the organization's workplace environment for end-users, including hardware, software, and network resources.

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.

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on…

What you’ll do in the role:

• Lead projects focused on the installation and coordination of new electronic trading infrastructure at Data Centers and CoLocation sites. This includes hardware procurement, installation coordination of network equipment, circuits, cross-connects and partnership with network operations to test, turn up and operationalize new services into production.

• Coordinate with various managers and technical personnel during all project phases.

• Collaborate with partners in business, technology and risk and control functions.

• Be hands-on in a fast paced and high-volume environment.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• A minimum of 7+ years of professional experience in IT infrastructure role.

• Technology project management experience.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• Experience in financial services and/ or technology field.

• Experience in running network infrastructure programs/projects at Data Centers or CoLos.

• Intermediate-level knowledge in one or more of the following: LAN, WAN, Telecommunications, Data center Facilities.

• Experience working with client-facing groups, market data teams and a full knowledge of exchanges [NYSE, Nasdaq, BATS.etc)

• Knowledge of computer networking topology.

• Knowledge of and the low latency and real time market data environment.

• Knowledge of working with data B2B providers like BT and TNS.

• Strong written and verbal communications skills, ability to interact at all levels of the organization and tailor messages appropriately.

• Independent self-starter who can manage multiple activities to aggressive deadlines.

• Experience working with cross functional teams, including Operations, Design/Arch Technology, Risk and Compliance.

• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, Visio, and MS Teams.

• Familiar with network infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, and network architecture.

• Knowledge and experience in workflow management software (e.g., Jira) and ServiceNow.

• Expertise in all Microsoft Office tools, especially Power Point, Excel, and Microsoft Project.

At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. There’s ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.

All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.

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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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.