MSET Quant Product Manager - Associate / VP

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work as Product Manager on the Morgan Stanley Electronic Trading (MSET) desk in London.

  

We are looking for self-motivated, proactive candidates who have strong and genuine interests in quantitative electronic trading, with good analytical skills and a candidate who will always strive for excellence. The candidate must be a team player, able to work effectively and collaborate with colleagues across the firm.

  

Qualified candidates have a strong background in electronic trading, business analysis, technical writing, and cross-team coordination and communication. The successful candidate must be able to understand complex client trading scenarios, data rules and logic, manage numerous simultaneous projects, and be an active contributor to strategic and technical discussions.    
 
This is an opportunity to be part of fast-moving and growing business producing innovative technology focused trading solutions, while interfacing with Morgan Stanley’s clients and technology teams. 

 

About Morgan Stanley:

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture

  

What will you be doing?

The primary role for this position is to ensure that the MSET Quant client offering is appropriately managed from a platform, client on boarding and trading risk perspective. This will require working with peers globally and regionally to effectively manage the Quant execution platforms, including Morgan Stanley’s ultra-low latency co-located platform, Speedway. Key areas of responsibility include :

•  Prioritization and coordination of all aspects of the agency Quant execution platform, including coordination of various technology, risk management, compliance and operations teams

•  Understand the client investment decision (and associated work flow) and create risk controlled services that meet the client objectives

•  Utilize a deep understanding of the EMEA co-located execution venues to identify opportunities for clients that would generate revenues for the MSET business

•  Develop execution solutions to adapt to changes in regulation and market structure

•  Enforce procedures covering co-location risk checks, limits management and the routing of DMA orders into the market

•  Revise and maintain co-location risk management procedures with global collaboration.

•  Work with other Product Managers within MSET and others desks in IED and contribute towards MSET business initiatives #LI-KF1

  

 

What we're looking for:

The candidate will ideally have at least 3 years relevant experience in electronic trading on multi-asset classes (Equities, Derivatives and Swaps), with focus on quant trading activity. 

•   Knowledge of co-location technology and low level network transport protocols

•   Experience analyzing high volume network traffic using big data tools

•   Knowledge of EMEA regulatory and compliance landscape

•   Experience of low latency client execution consultancy and market structure

•   Creation of functional specifications, process flow diagram and product documentation writing

•   Ability to successfully manage and prioritize numerous simultaneous large projects, small tasks and ad-hoc requests

•   Ability to work independently and to drive projects to completion, while proactively ensuring project teams and relevant stakeholders are kept up to date and expectations properly managed 

•   Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to succinctly articulate complex concepts 

•   Strong client facing communication skills and an ability to disseminate complex information clearly

•   Effective time management, relationship management, negotiation and prioritization skills 

 

Flexible work statement: 

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

  

Internal Applicants:

Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically, you must be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm.

 

Equal opportunities statement:

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents. #LI-KF1