Data Risk Management Associate

Morgan Stanley

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Data Risk Management Associate Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and highly motivated Associate to join our Finance Risk & Assurance (FinRiA) team. In this role, you will support senior team members to deliver the risk agenda and steadily take ownership as you grow. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, highly organized, and eager to build depth in operational risk, governance, and controls while partnering with senior colleagues. This role will focus on Material Non-Public Information (MNPI) and sensitive data management, providing global support to the Finance Division on Firm requirements for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data, in strict compliance with Technology and Compliance policies and procedures. The successful candidate will partner with business units and stakeholders across the Firm, supporting the delivery of the Finance risk agenda. In the Finance division, we act as a partner to business units around the globe by providing management, review, analysis and advisory services of the Firm's financial and capital resources. Our Risk, Assurance, Governance & Control team provides oversight and monitoring of operational risk, sensitive data or third party/outsourcing for the global Finance division, validation and testing of financial and regulatory reports and reinforcement of regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. 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. What you'll do in the role:

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Power BI is a plus.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills; ability to summarize and present complex business problems clearly.
• Proficiency with data management, spreadsheets, databases, and standard computing applications.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; confident preparing slides and summarizing messages for different audiences.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to collaborate with key stakeholders and management.
• Intellectual curiosity, proactive approach to improving processes, and a focus on information sharing.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Self-motivator and team player with a can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Degree level or equivalent; prior experience in banking/financial services, Information Security, Supplier Risk, Operational Risk, or related fields is advantageous.
• At least 2 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in and keen interest in AI tools and automation opportunities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, governance, and effectiveness of Information Security and Sensitive Data Management programs within Finance.
• Assist in developing and managing strategies and procedures for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data globally.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external (regulatory) requirements, including working with stakeholders to maintain and update Information Barrier and Insider Status records for the Finance division.
• Perform quality assurance for Information Barrier Status change requests and support Finance users in identifying and recording sensitive data handling.
• Support Finance users in identifying and recording where sensitive data is being handled.
• Drive continuous improvements to team processes and identify automation opportunities, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance workflows and create efficiencies.
• Engage with the Finance Artificial Intelligence (AI) program from a Finance Risk and Governance perspective.
• Develop and distribute communications, guidelines, and training related to sensitive data management.
• Prepare recurring risk reporting (metrics, dashboards, packs) using Excel/PowerPoint; ensure consistency and clarity in QA of numbers and narrative.
• Maintain oversight and ownership of risk metrics for Finance reporting.
• Act as a delegate or representative for Finance in forums related to sensitive data.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Finance and across the Firm, including Risk Leads, Legal & Compliance, and other divisions.
• Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of professionals, adapting to various audiences.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of Finance functions and global processes.
• Support for professional development and career progression.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level