Market Risk - Macro Risk Associate at Morgan Stanley

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SQL, Python, Excel, Deal Analysis, Risk Assessment, Hedging Strategies, Model Validation, Data Analysis, FRTB, ICAAP, Stress Testing, PowerPoint, Word, VBA

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Market Risk - Macro Risk, Associate London JR030060 The role will reside within Firm Risk Management's Market Risk Department. The Market Risk Management Division (MRD) is responsible for the independent identification, analysis, reporting and escalation of all market risk exposures arising from EMEA business activities, acting independently of business management and providing an effective challenge process. The role sits within the Macro Risk team and will provide risk coverage across the EMEA Structured Rates and Inflation businesses. Firm Risk Management (FRM) supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by partnering with business units across the Firm to realize efficient risk-adjusted returns, acting as a strategic advisor to the Board and protecting the Firm from exposure to losses as a result of credit, market, liquidity, operational, model and other risks. About Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. 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? • Be part of the desk-facing team whose responsibilities include approval of large transactions. This includes performing deal analysis, including independently assessing emerging risks and agreeing hedging strategies. • Delivering key projects across Rates and assisting with co-ordination across various teams, e.g. Front Office Quants, IT, Portfolio team, Risk Analytics, Finance and Reporting. • Understanding and explaining the relationship between risks and P&L volatility. • Contributing to the assessment of the suitability and performance of pricing, risk and capital models and working with relevant groups to address material deficiencies. • Conducting data analysis through SQL, Python and Excel. Either existing technical skills or willingness to learn. • Involvement in strategic Firm initiatives such as FRTB, ICAAP, stress testing and infrastructure enhancement projects. What we’re looking for: • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a quantitative subject (Finance/Economics/Mathematics or Statistics). • +2 years' experience in risk management and / or quantitative field in a sell-side institution (preferred). • Analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong attention to detail and ability to provide information in usable formats (proficiency in Microsoft office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word). • Programming and data analysis skills (Python, VBA, SQL). Skills that will help you in the role: • Ability to work independently in a self-directed way in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. • Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, both written and verbally. • Strong organizational skills with an interest in working in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high priority deliverables. Where will you be working? This role is based at 20 Bank Street, London. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. 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. 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. At Morgan Stanley, we advise, originate, trade, manage and distribute capital for people, governments and institutions, always with a standard of excellence and guided by our core values. Morgan Stanley is dedicated to providing first-class service to our clients, in a way that reflects our commitment to creating a more sustainable future and fostering stronger communities around the world. In each line of business, we strive to demonstrate our belief in the power of transformative thinking, innovative strategies and leading-edge solutions—and in the ability of capital to work for the benefit of all society. What We Do

Responsibilities

The role involves being part of a desk-facing team responsible for approving large transactions, which includes performing deal analysis, assessing emerging risks, and agreeing on hedging strategies. Responsibilities also include delivering key projects across Rates and assisting with coordination across various internal teams.