Associate - Global Product Data Operations

Morgan Stanley • Boston, MA

5d • $65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Creating and managing securities with a focus on automation, data quality and risk mitigation. Providing security master and reference data support to Front Office (PM's, Traders, Analysts) , Surveillance and other stakeholders across Asia, Europe, and America. Responding to all queries in a timely manner. Reviewing exception reports such as those for Aladdin and proprietary systems on a daily basis and resolving the exceptions Resolving cash and asset reconciliation exceptions including researching reference data points causing the breaks Partnering with global teams in West Conshohocken, PA and Mumbai, India for security master related cleanup, new data points and related projects. 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. 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 $65,000 and $90,000 per year at the commencement of employment. 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.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in the asset management side of the investment management industry.
• Strong knowledge of investment instruments, their related reference data requirements and how they are expected to behave.
• Knowledge of Aladdin applications, particularly Security Master, Dashboards, AladdinView and Reconciliation. Other modules such as Trade Entry, Explore a plus
• Proficiency with data querying tools such as PL/SQL and MSSQL a plus
• Proficiency with market data providers such as Bloomberg and Refinitive a plus
• Proficiency with automation tools such as Copilot, Alteryx, Ui Path and PowerBI a plus
• Strong organizational skills with strict attention to detail.
• Demonstrated success working in a high volume, high intensity environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to risk control and management.
• Demonstrated skills working on a global team including clear communication, being proactive, handoffs and escalation as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Professional and decisive with outstanding business judgment and ability to see issues through to resolution.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Excel)

Responsibilities

• Creating and managing securities with a focus on automation, data quality and risk mitigation.
• Providing security master and reference data support to Front Office (PM's, Traders, Analysts) , Surveillance and other stakeholders across Asia, Europe, and America.
• Responding to all queries in a timely manner.
• Reviewing exception reports such as those for Aladdin and proprietary systems on a daily basis and resolving the exceptions
• Resolving cash and asset reconciliation exceptions including researching reference data points causing the breaks
• Partnering with global teams in West Conshohocken, PA and Mumbai, India for security master related cleanup, new data points and related projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed