Managing Director, Technology Solution and Risk Management - Parametric

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Managing Director, Technology Solution and Risk Management is responsible for the teams that design effective technology-centric solutions and manage technology risks in the organization. The Managing Director is responsible for designing effective, technology-centric processes and solutions that span across the platform that are efficient and support multiple asset classes and investment styles. The role will work with investors across asset classes as well as technology leaders to identify business priorities and design technology flows that improve business processes while increasing consistency across the technology platform. In this role, the Managing Director will develop the appropriate software strategy, striking a balance between: (1) Alignment with the growth objectives of the business; (2) Integrating Parametric disparate investment system processes; and (3) Designing strategic efficient and scalable solutions. Additionally, the Managing Director is responsible for working with Morgan Stanley integration, risk and audit partners on processes that identify, assess and mitigate potential risks associated with the use of technology in the organization. This role encompasses several key teams in Parametric technology, including the Platform Solution Management (PSM) team, Technology Risk and Audit Support, Application Support and Automation Engineering, and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery team. Each of the teams under the Managing Director's purview is led by an Executive Director who reports directly to the Managing Director. These Executive Directors are responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of their respective teams, ensuring alignment with the overall objectives set by the Managing Director. This structure allows the Managing Director to focus on overarching strategic initiatives and cross-functional integration, while the Executive Directors manage the execution of specific projects and initiatives within their domains. This leadership model fosters a collaborative environment where each team can leverage its expertise to contribute to the organization's success. Below is an overview of each team, highlighting their specific roles and contributions to the organization's technology and risk management strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
15+ years of experience, preferably within the asset management industry, with a strong understanding of Fixed Income, Derivative, and Equity assets, along with a deep understanding of related risk and analytics.
10+ years engaging with compliance, controls and or regulatory bodies to manage the risk broadly for a technology organization
10+ years of experience working closely with technology teams to deliver, scalable enterprise solutions for the Asset Management Industry.
10+ years of experience engaging with senior leadership internally as well as at external clients to understand client needs, define solutions and manage ongoing strategic relationships.
Experience supervising and guiding teams in technology product management and/or business analysis to define technology solutions.
Proven track record of becoming a subject matter expert in areas related to current assignments.
Strong leadership skills including: Vision and strategy Influencing and consensus building Communication Total quality commitment Ownership and accountability Project management
Successful track record of development and implementation of an innovative strategic vision and plans, and competence in building strategies to deliver technology to meet business goals and objectives.
Ability to transform strategy into plans and delivery.
A creative, self-confident self-motivator with a "can do" orientation, along with the ability to function both independently and as a member of a team.
Can work well in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment.
Passionate, forward thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and integrity.
Ability to collaborate and partner as a business professional.
The ability to facilitate, gain compromise and/or consensus within diverse teams.
Assertiveness balanced with a sensitivity toward and concern for people.
The ability to create strong work ethics and committed teams, foster open dialogue, and promote individual and team success.
Superior written and verbal communication skills in customer and internal environment.

Responsibilities

Engage with stakeholders at affiliated companies on strategic technology integrations, risk and audit efforts.
Engage with external clients on technology collaboration and integration efforts.
Map out overall business process flows for technology platform across Core Services, Investments and Digital.
Work with Portfolio Managers and Traders internally to identify ways to streamline their current investment process.
Help development teams like Digital or Core-platform accelerate projects including specifying data flows for data related to risk and analytics.
Participate in the leadership of the Technology & Operations team as we aim to increase employee engagement, enablement, diversity and inclusion.
Work closely with Parametric’s technology team to ensure that the investment team’s technology initiatives are closely aligned with the firm’s broader strategic technology initiatives.
Ensures that software solutions remain integrated, efficient, and appropriate for a highly regulated industry.
Understand and guide effective implementation and adherence to SOX controls, legal regulations, and compliance requirements; seeks input and guidance when needed
Ensure all areas of direct responsibility operate consistently within the context of the corporate mission and strategic plan.
Ensure Parametric technology teams are operating within policy
Ensure Parametric has a robust and risk controlled operating environment as it applies to continuity of operations
Ensure Parametric provides 24X7 support for Parametric’s technical environment including all custom built and third party tools in use

Benefits

Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 30 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees.
Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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