Global Sustainable Finance Office Analyst

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

2d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Stanley's Global Sustainability Office (GSO) aims to drive the growth of sustainable investing through ongoing development of products and solutions, economic analysis, thought leadership and capacity building initiatives. Within GSO, the Global Sustainable Finance (GSF) team's work supports the development and creation of financial products and digital applications across Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Investment Management and Wealth Management divisions globally. The GSF Products & Solutions team is seeking an Analyst based in New York to support research on sustainable finance topics and trends, development and maintenance of client-facing materials, and coordination of key internal projects, meetings and events. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to conduct insightful research, perform quantitative analysis, and synthesize findings as well as an interest in sustainability issues. Additionally, successful candidates will be well-organized and detail oriented, and will work well in team environments.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree; economics, finance or sustainability coursework a plus
• 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in financial services, consulting, or sustainability
• Strong and efficient research capabilities, with ability to prioritize and analyze information that is both quantitative and qualitative in nature
• Familiarity with sustainable finance concepts and data
• Demonstrated experience with PowerPoint, Excel and AI tools
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Japanese language skills are a plus
• Comfort juggling multiple priorities; strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and as a self-starter
• Strong attention to detail with persistence, tenacity and drive for results

Responsibilities

• Support execution and project management of innovative sustainable finance products, solutions, tools, events and insights in collaboration with teams across Morgan Stanley Institutional Securities Group, Wealth Management and Investment Management
• Conduct thorough quantitative and qualitative research using financial and sustainability data, reports and literature
• Produce decision-useful materials that synthesize analyses, trends and opportunities/risks for a diverse set of client, investor and executive-level audiences that reflect a range of sustainable finance concepts and approaches
• Assist with development and quality assurance of presentations, reports and analyses for a diverse set of partners, clients and senior decision makers
• Operate collaboratively as part of a global team in the US and Europe and support global projects and initiatives, including across Asia and Japan
• Engage, as necessary, with functions across the Firm including Legal, Risk, Compliance, Technology, Corporate Communications and Marketing

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry
• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work

What This Job Offers

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