Associate, HR Business Partner

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

About The Position

The HR COO Associate supports the HR COO office in the coordination and delivery of Institutional Securities Group (ISG) HR priorities, including leadership initiatives and department-wide activities. The individual will work closely with colleagues across HR, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure initiatives are executed with precision, consistency, and a high-quality stakeholder experience.

Requirements

4-6 years' relevant experience in HR, COO, or business operations roles
Strong communication and content development skills, with experience creating clear, executive-ready materials
Proven project management and coordination experience, supporting multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience working across cross-functional, global teams with strong stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage timelines, logistics, and deliverables with precision
Ability to synthesize information and support decision-making through clear insights and tracking
Experience supporting events or large-scale initiatives, including logistics and execution
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, manage competing demands, and execute with discipline
Interest in AI and automation tools, with the ability to support adoption and process improvements

Responsibilities

Draft and deliver targeted HR communications (e.g. Year-End updates, key reminders)
Develop executive-ready materials (presentations, summaries, talking points)
Ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned across initiatives
Support execution of key HR and ISG initiatives (e.g., talent programs, Challenge Lab, AI efforts)
Coordinate across stakeholders to ensure delivery and escalate risks as needed
Execute department-wide initiatives and events (e.g., MD Dinner, talent and AI programs)
Provide end-to-end logistics, including run-of-show, materials, and day-of coordination
Maintain core infrastructure (org charts, onboarding materials, distribution lists)
Ensure materials are current, accurate, and aligned to organizational change