Portfolio Management Associate**

Morgan Stanley • Greenville, DE

400d

About The Position

The Portfolio Management Associate plays a crucial role within a Wealth Management team at Morgan Stanley, assisting Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors in developing financial plans and investment strategies tailored to client goals. This position focuses on creating a positive client experience and ensuring timely completion of commitments, requiring a strong understanding of market conditions and economic trends to support both client and portfolio management efforts.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in a field relevant to the position required
• Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred
• Active Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)
• Additional product licenses may be required
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in applicable software applications
• Knowledge of financial industry and investment products preferred
• Successful completion of Portfolio Management Coursework or holds the CFA designation
• Strong understanding of applicable compliance rules, regulations and firm policies
• Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Able to work independently and effectively on a team
• Ability and interest in working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

• Makes asset allocation recommendations to the group and sets up the portfolio in conjunction with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
• Proactively evaluates and upgrades platforms for the Portfolio Management Group; implements decisions by using the LYDIA trading platform
• Determines scope of and performs necessary database and internet research, screenings, and produces monthly or quarterly reports using proprietary software
• Critically examines current holdings to evaluate if portfolio action is warranted
• Attends research meetings
• Regularly meets with clients to discuss investment strategy options and perform market reviews with or on behalf of the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
• Manages clients' estate, trust, retirement, and insurance objectives with the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor
• Screens new client prospects that are developed through leads and referrals to determine suitability for addition to group
• Develops marketing and seminar material and helps distribute targeted presentations to clients on behalf of the Financial Advisor / Private Wealth Advisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree