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 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.

Department Profile:

Morgan Stanley is a worldwide leader in investment banking and is one of the top firms in mergers and acquisitions, underwriting of equity and equity-related transactions, corporate debt issuance, and high-yield debt financing. With professionals in 30 countries, we are consistently recognized for our performance in both traditional and innovative financing techniques, helping a wide range of clients around the world to make and execute decisions about their business strategy and financial structure.

The Investment Banking / Capital Markets business is looking for an Associate level candidate to join its COO team. The role is based out of Mumbai and requires working with NY, London, and Hong Kong COO Teams.

The COO Team is responsible for driving strategic decision-making and executing growth initiatives to enable the business to meet and exceed objectives. The successful candidate will support the Investment Banking and Capital Markets COO teams to optimize operational processes and provide metrics & reporting. The position provides an opportunity to participate in key strategic projects for the division and learn from senior executives. High performers will be eligible for internal mobility opportunities globally.

You will: (Key Responsibilities)

• Support strategic decision making by preparing reports and analyses on the division’s performance, competitive landscape, and key market trends for senior management
• Help manage and execute weekly, monthly, and quarterly business updates to senior leaders 
• Construct strategic presentations delivered by senior executives
• Execute on divisional projects focused on regulatory, risk, technology and compliance related matters
• Liaise and collaborate with other COO groups globally

You have: (must-have skills and qualifications)

• 3+ years of relevant work experience
• MBA/PGDM (Finance) from reputable institution or BSc/MSc in a quantitative/finance degree (e.g. Finance, Economics and Engineering)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel formulas and data analysis, and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and numerical skills and are at ease with financial data
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to extract key insights from large data sets and distil into comprehensible formats
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with global teams and senior management
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a strong work ethic and motivation to learn
• Ability to quickly grasp key concepts and take ownership of deliverables
• A strategic and logical mindset with a creative edge to support management initiatives
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
• Experience with Refinitiv, Dealogic and CapIQ data preferred but not required

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 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. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.