ISG Management - Central Risk Team - SSC Governance

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

13d

About The Position

The Institutional Securities Group (ISG) Central Risk Team (CRT) is a first line of defense (1LoD) team created to improve the management of non-financial risk across all ISG Business Units. The Surveillance, Supervision and Conduct position will play a pivotal role in overseeing and integrating governance practices across the ISG business. This role will ensure consistent implementation of non-financial risk (NFR) frameworks, drive strategic initiatives that enhance transparency, regulatory responsiveness, and operational efficiency across ISG businesses.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in financial services, with exposure to sustainable finance, capital markets, or investment banking.
• Proven track record in non-financial risk management, governance, or regulatory program execution.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and regulatory interactions.
• Strong analytical and project management skills; proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and data visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex topics for senior audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to discuss in-depth technology initiatives and ability to work closely with technology teams
• Familiarity with Non-Financial Risk, particularly within a 1LoD function

Nice To Haves

• FINRA Series 7 & 24 licenses are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the SSC Governance lead to implement and maintain the NFR Framework across SSC and ISG teams.
• Support governance forums, working groups, and communications across ISG divisions.
• Collaborate with ISG supervisors, Risk Management, Compliance, and Technology to strengthen control environments and risk governance.
• Assist in the design and implementation of controls to meet evolving regulatory expectations.
• Contribute to strategic projects that enhance ISG’s governance and risk management capabilities.
• Support enhancements to NFR tools and technology platforms to improve efficiency and transparency.
• Create project scopes, wireframes, and secure stakeholder alignment for governance-related initiatives.
• Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across SSC teams.
• Responsible for creating project scope, wireframes, gain alignment and sign off from all stakeholders

What This Job Offers

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