Non Financial Risk Lead (WM & IM) Vice President
New Yesterday
Finance Non Financial Risk (Wealth Management & Investment Management)
Job Level: Vice President
We are seeking someone to join Finance Risk & Assurance (FinRia) team as a Vice President to play a pivotal role in steering non‑financial risk management activities across the Finance division with a dedicated focus on Wealth Management (WM) and Investment Management (IM) Finance. Your expertise will be central to driving key initiatives such as Risk & Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA), Operational Risk Governance and the development of divisional reporting metrics and risk monitoring processes.
In the Finance division we act as a partner to business units around the globe by providing management review analysis and advisory services of the firm’s financial and capital resources. This is a Vice President level position within the Risk Assurance Governance & Control job family which provides oversight and monitoring of operational risk or third‑party/outsourcing for the global Finance division validation and testing of financial and regulatory reports and reinforcement of regulatory‑requirements policies and procedures.
Since 1935 Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.
What you’ll do in the role:
Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm
Responsible for and lead a significant set of deliverables leveraging advanced understanding of Finance functional area product and/or client segment
Proactively identify emerging risks in individual and department work and contribute to strategies for mitigating them
Act as a role model and culture carrier; embody and set an example of the firm’s values and hold yourself and others accountable to firm standards
Lead key risk processes across WM and IM Finance functions within Finance including RCSA, business continuity, information security and other compliance activities
Own and deliver high‑impact initiatives leveraging deep finance expertise
Oversee team members preparation of risk reports and deliver actionable insights to senior stakeholders within Finance and across the firm
Supervise reporting of risk incidents within WM and IM Finance and perform thematic analysis to identify trends and recommend solutions
Drive issue resolution and action planning within the firm’s risk inventory with a focus on ISG Product Control and Valuation control processes and controls
Identify emerging non‑financial risks and assist senior management in developing mitigation strategies
What you’ll bring to the role:
Advanced understanding of finance functional area product and/or client segment and technical skills as well as industry and competitive environment knowledge
Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and acknowledge efforts of team members
Experience in financial services with a background in WM or IM as a business and/or finance division process and controls
Strong analytical skills and the ability to distill complex issues into clear insights
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
Initiative independence and strong time management
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with tools like Power BI or Alteryx considered a bonus
A collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement
Holds a relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. CA, ACCA, CIMA)
At least 6 years of relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role
What you can expect from Morgan Stanley:
We are committed to maintaining first‑class service and high standards of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 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 brightest in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers fueled by diverse backgrounds and experiences. We proudly support our employees and their families at every point along their work‑life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move around the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If this role is deemed a certified role, it may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or 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‑opportunity 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.
Required Experience: Exec
Key Skills: Change Management, Financial Services, Growing Experience, Managed Care, Management Experience, Analysis Skills, Senior Leadership, Performance Management, Process Management, Leadership Experience, Negotiation, Analytics
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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- Location:
- Glasgow
- Job Type:
- FullTime