JR026855
Glasgow
We’re seeking a proactive and highly motivated Associate to join our Finance Risk & Assurance (FinRiA) team. In this role, you will support senior team members to deliver the risk agenda and steadily take ownership as you grow. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, highly organized, and eager to build depth in operational risk, governance, and controls while partnering with senior colleagues.
This role will focus on Material Non-Public Information (MNPI) and sensitive data management, providing global support to the Finance Division on Firm requirements for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data, in strict compliance with Technology and Compliance policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will partner with business units and stakeholders across the Firm, supporting the delivery of the Finance risk agenda.
This is an Associate level position within our 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.
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.
What You’ll Do In The Role
- Support the implementation, governance, and effectiveness of Information Security and Sensitive Data Management programmes within Finance.
- Assist in developing and managing strategies and procedures for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data globally.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external (regulatory) requirements, including working with stakeholders to maintain and update Information Barrier and Insider Status records for the Finance division.
- Perform quality assurance for Information Barrier Status change requests and support Finance users in identifying and recording sensitive data handling.
- Support Finance users in identifying and recording where sensitive data is being handled.
- Drive continuous improvements to team processes and identify automation opportunities, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance workflows and create efficiencies.
- Engage with the Finance Artificial Intelligence (AI) program from a Finance Risk and Governance perspective.
- Develop and distribute communications, guidelines, and training related to sensitive data management.
- Prepare recurring risk reporting (metrics, dashboards, packs) using Excel/PowerPoint; ensure consistency and clarity in QA of numbers and narrative.
- Maintain oversight and ownership of risk metrics for Finance reporting.
- Act as a delegate or representative for Finance in forums related to sensitive data.
- Collaborate with colleagues in Finance and across the Firm, including Risk Leads, Legal & Compliance, and other divisions.
- Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of professionals, adapting to various audiences.
What You’ll Bring To The Role
- Degree‑level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
- Relevant experience within Banking or Financial Services, with exposure to Information Security or Information Security Risk.
- At least 2 years’ relevant experience, which would generally be expected to develop the skills required for this role.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Power BI is a plus.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to summarise and present complex issues clearly.
- Proficiency in data management, spreadsheets, databases, and standard computing applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence preparing materials for varied audiences.
- Strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and management.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.
- Self‑motivated, proactive team player with a flexible approach in a fast‑paced environment.
You May Also Have
- Experience in Supplier Risk, Operational Risk, or related risk and control disciplines.
- Experience in, or strong interest in, AI tools and automation opportunities.
Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role because it doesn’t meet the government’s requirements for Skilled Worker visas.
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 opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
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