Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Transformation - VP

We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Transformation who will drive the strategic transformation of MSIM Operations by partnering with MSIM Operations Platform Owners, business leadership and key support partners.

In the Operations division, we partner with business units across the Firm to support financial transactions, devise and implement effective controls and develop client relationships, driving strategic automation solutions by embracing a transformation mindset and challenging the status quo.

This is a Vice President level position 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. 

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals. 

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on… 

What you’ll do in the role: 

• Oversee complex process management and change efforts, developing and implementing business plan and strategic vision for a group of specialists or varied specialist functions within allocated budget

• Address highly complex or time sensitive business matters, leveraging relationships across functional groups to define and deliver solutions

• Manage multiple projects/products simultaneously with accountability for risks associated with delivery and execution of the project/program, engaging with internal and / or external stakeholders in the decision-making process and managing relationships with partners across the organization

• Experience with design thinking, business analysis, and process re-engineering
• Designing and implementing target operating models, and/or other strategic transformation initiatives
• Automation of operational processes
• Agile implementation and familiarity with agile ways of working
• Exposure and/or familiarity with Operational Platforms supporting Investment Management Operations: e.g. Regulatory/Transaction Reporting, Equity/FID Portfolio Services, Client Onboarding, Fund Services, Transfer Agency Function, Mutual Funds, Alternative Investments
• Understanding of financial market products such as funds, equity, fixed income, derivatives, and alternatives #LI-JO1

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Broad understanding across multiple processes, systems and markets in addition to detailed subject matter expertise of various key products/processes

• Role model that advocates for your team, motivates and engages staff to achieve vision and inspire respect; supports and promotes the Firm’s vision and values

• Experience in Financial Services industry: Investment Management, Investment Banking and/or Operations knowledge a plus.
• Expertise delivering products, projects, or technology applications.
• Extensive knowledge of the product development life cycle, design, and data analytics
• Strong experience with Design Thinking & Ideation
• Skilled in automation tools such as Alteryx, Power BI and UI Path
• Agile expertise and mindset with a strong working knowledge of Agile as a method for program delivery
• Knowledge of performing operational efficiency assessments and solution design
• Front-to-back knowledge of the processes, projects, systems, markets and instruments that influence their team with a comprehensive understanding of job-related operational/compliance policies and procedures
• Innovation mindset and interest in strategic developments across the banking operations industry
• Experience in matrix/virtual management & engagement with a desire to operate and influence at a cross-platform & F2B level
• Passionate about Transformation and keen to operate at a strategic level

Role is Hybrid and will require in office attendance 3 days/week.

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries.

At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. Our Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team, while our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity

We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet). #

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $105,000 and $185,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs. #LI-JO1