Wealth Management Capital Markets Attorney VP/ED

Morgan Stanley • Harrison, NY

442d • $110,000 - $190,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is seeking an Executive Director or Vice President to provide legal coverage for its Capital Markets businesses, focusing on Structured Investments, Options, OTC Derivatives, FX, and Precious Metals trading. The role involves significant interaction with business units, advising on regulatory changes, and supporting product offerings. The position is based in Purchase, NY or Manhattan and is part of a team of seven capital markets lawyers.

Requirements

• J.D. required
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at a top-quality law firm and/or in-house experience, preferably with a financial services firm
• Experience with capital markets and securities legal work, ideally in structured investments
• Experience reviewing and interpreting statutes, rules and regulations, with knowledge of U.S. securities laws
• Experience on broker-dealer/FINRA matters a plus, along with related experience with applicable ERISA and tax issues
• Experience in complex transactions and projects, able to work independently and collaborate with cross functional groups

Nice To Haves

• Experience with options and other swaps and derivatives products (e.g., FX, OTC Options, Futures) beneficial but not required
• Professional maturity, confidence, presence and initiative
• Excellent judgment and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong management and administrative skills
• Teamwork and ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Supporting Structured Investment product offerings and enhancements, including reviewing new payoff structures and underliers
• Negotiating third-party issuer distribution agreements and advising in connection with ongoing issuer diligence
• Advising on complex trading strategies by high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients
• Advising on regulatory changes, technology and operational builds, policies and procedures, audits and regulatory exams and inquiries
• Reviewing and negotiating client account documentation related to capital markets products and services
• Reviewing and interpreting relevant statutes, rules and regulations applicable to Wealth Management products and services
• Maintaining form agreements and disclosures, as well as working on discrete projects and other matters as appropriate
• Reviewing marketing materials and presentations

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Commission earnings
• Incentive compensation
• Discretionary bonuses
• Short and long-term incentive packages
• Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees