Stock Plan Project Operations- Manager (AVP)

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

10d • $82,000 - $133,000

About The Position

The Stock Plan Project Operations Manager is a Team Specialist position at Director P3 level within Change, Analytics & Strategy, which is responsible for developing operating and technology strategies, managing and executing transformation initiatives, leading Agile fleet activities, driving innovation, developing analytics solutions and delivering business outcomes. This role will support the Morgan Stanley At Work Operations Change the Bank team. The focus will be on managing and delivering projects for Stock Plan business and to improve Operations effectiveness to support.

Requirements

• Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Automation and AI tools (ie. Alteryx, UIPath, Microsoft CoPilot)
• At least 3 years' of project experience within the industry, preferably in Wealth Management

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Equity Compensation is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage complex processes and/or support significant process management/project efforts
• Serve as a subject matter expert with front-to-back knowledge of Stock Plan operational processes and platforms, working with Team Manager to perform data analysis, process improvement, identify & remediate risks, propose and implement improvements/changes
• Participate in the design and development of UAT strategies, test plans, and test cases in collaboration with business users to validate that systems meet business requirements
• Coordinate work, train and develop other team members where required, including documentation and tracking of change control milestones and tasks for multiple projects
• Build and manage relationships with business unit partners, other Morgan Stanley infrastructure departments, and points of contact with internal and external organizations
• Leverage automation and internal Artificial Intelligence tools to efficiently execute on day to day activities as part of the role as well as for solutions to implement for stakeholders you support
• Translate strategy into actionable plans with defined ownership and roles/responsibilities and ensure delivery of activities
• Build program and project status reporting aligned with enterprise project portfolios
• Provide transparency to Senior Management with respect to Portfolio issues, risks and recommend/implement strategies for effective and efficient operations.
• Develop, implement and present KPIs / metrics to senior management
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
• Ability to lead by example, work with drive and determination, and put forward challenging views to senior levels
• Ability to operate independently across the majority of day-to-day responsibilities
• Ability to think commercially, understand the impact of initiatives, risks on the operational budget
• Ability to address non-standard issues within area of expertise
• Self-motivated and able to work in a strong team and high activity environment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, manage expectations and complete deliverables in a timely manner with exceptional attention to detail
• Culture carrier and role model, representing and leading the Firm's core values to influence and motivate those around you

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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed