Assistant Vice President – Wealth Management and US Banks Financial Crimes KYC Office – Training & Communications

Morgan Stanley • Town/Village of Harrison, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm that conducts its business through three principal business segments—Institutional Securities, Wealth Management (WM), and Asset Management. Morgan Stanley provides comprehensive financial advice and services to its clients including brokerage, investment advisory, financial and wealth planning, credit and lending, deposits and cash management, annuities, insurance, retirement, and trust services. 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 doing the right thing, putting clients first, leading with exceptional ideas and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, achieve, and grow. Department Profile: The WM and U.S. Banks Financial Crimes Risk 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 WM and U.S. Banks Financial Crimes Risk Team is considered the first line of defense and supports the onboarding, enhanced due diligence, and negative news processes for Morgan Stanley. The KYC Office Communications AVP will: Execute against financial crimes communications strategy initiatives for the Wealth Management, US Banks, and MSIM KYC Office Align communications to change management process Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify/agree on communications objectives, audience, and timing Draft communications and coordinate feedback and approval on topics impacting KYC Office, inclusive of but not limited to new initiatives, procedure updates, trainings, and organizational changes Ensure consistency in messaging across KYC office including alignment between communications, procedures, and training Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Business Leaders, Second Line, Technology, and Internal Audit Own and govern KYC Office communications sites, ensuring content is accurately maintained, historically archived, and compliant with established standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in financial crimes/AML/KYC and/or communications
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross functional stakeholders and meet deadlines
• Have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, or another related field
• Ability to take initiative, analyze, summarize, and communicate effectively
• Ability to thrive in an evolving workplace
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to distill complex ideas and concepts into clearly digestible material
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization; leveraging resources across the organization to complete deliverables
• Ability to develop internal relationships, influence stakeholders, and build consensus
• Ability to handle highly confidential information professionally and with appropriate discretion

Nice To Haves

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation is a plus
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint/Word/Access)
• Strong understanding of AML regulatory requirements and expectations
• Strong time management and planning skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Experience in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)

Responsibilities

• Execute against financial crimes communications strategy initiatives for the Wealth Management, US Banks, and MSIM KYC Office
• Align communications to change management process
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify/agree on communications objectives, audience, and timing
• Draft communications and coordinate feedback and approval on topics impacting KYC Office, inclusive of but not limited to new initiatives, procedure updates, trainings, and organizational changes
• Ensure consistency in messaging across KYC office including alignment between communications, procedures, and training
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Business Leaders, Second Line, Technology, and Internal Audit
• Own and govern KYC Office communications sites, ensuring content is accurately maintained, historically archived, and compliant with established standards

Benefits

• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
• Some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees