Operations Analyst - Parametric

Morgan Stanley • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan Stanley Investment Management's Parametric division is seeking an Operations Analyst. This role is part of the Operations Analyst Program, designed for recent or soon-to-be college graduates to build a foundation in investment operations. The program includes a three-week comprehensive overview of the firm and financial services industry, followed by alignment to a specific Operations team such as Portfolio Administration, Corporate Actions, Trade Settlements, Account Onboarding, Account Activity Management, Account Oversight, and Billing Solutions. This position operates under a hybrid working model, requiring three days a week in the office.

Requirements

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree, with a concentration in Data Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related area of study.
• Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work independently and self-manage high volumes of data with tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail & highly process oriented.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in starting a career in the investment management industry.
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours a week) by the program start date.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external stakeholders and other key points of contact in a professional manner.
• Research and resolve issues quickly and with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
• Communicate with internal and external contacts regularly to resolve issues, confirm information, provide status updates or information, among others.
• Collect observations and turn into actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Complete daily assigned operations transactions, which may include cash or position reconciliation, trade posting, processing market events, new account setup, account activity recording, accurately, timely, and comprehensively.
• Perform verification checks on similar work done by others on the team, to ensure accuracy of information.
• Ensure thorough and accurate record keeping/maintenance of client records and files.
• Maintain metrics and data.
• Ad-hoc and project work as needed.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
• Supportive and empowering environment.
• Comprehensive employee benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree