Morgan Stanley
Model Risk Quant - Wealth Management - Associate
Profile Description
We're seeking someone to join our team as (Associate) in Model Risk Quant in Wealth Management division.
Firm Risk Management
In the Firm Risk Management division, we advise businesses across the Firm on risk mitigation strategies, develop tools to analyze and monitor risks and lead key regulatory initiatives.
Company Profile
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.
At Morgan Stanley India, we support the Firm's global businesses, with critical presence across Institutional Securities, Wealth Management, and Investment management, as well as in the Firm's infrastructure functions of Technology, Operations, Finance, Risk Management, Legal and Corporate & Enterprise Services. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in India since 1993, with campuses in both Mumbai and Bengaluru. We empower our multi-faceted and talented teams to advance their careers and make a global impact on the business. For those who show passion and grit in their work, there's ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.
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What You'll Do In The Role
The primary responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following:
- Provide independent review and validation compliant with MRM policies and procedures, regulatory guidance and industry leading practices, including evaluating conceptual soundness, quality of model / tool methodology, model / tool limitations, data quality, and on-going monitoring of model / tool performance
- Take initiatives and responsibility of end-to-end delivery of a stream of Model and Tool Validation and related Risk Management deliverables
- Write Model and Tool Review findings in validation documents that could be used for presentations both internally (model and tool developers, business unit managers, Audit, various global Committees) as well as externally (Regulators)
- Verbally communicate results, challenges and methodologies with internal audiences including senior management
- Represent MRM team in interactions with regulatory and audit agencies as and when required
- Follow financial markets & business trends on a frequent basis to enhance the quality of Model and Tool Validation and related Risk Management deliverables.
What You'll Bring To The Role
Skills required (required / preferred)
- Masters or Doctorate degree in a quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Engineering is required
- Experience in a Quant role in validation of Models / Tools, in developments of Models / Tools or in a technical role in Financial institutions e.g. Developer, is required
- Strong written & verbal communication skills is required
- 1-5 years of relevant work experience in a Model / Tool Validation role in a bank or financial institution
- Proficient programmer in Python ; knowledge of other programming languages like R, Scala, MATLAB etc. is preferred
- Willingness to learn new and complex topics and adapt oneself (continuous learning) is preferred
- Working knowledge of statistical techniques and quantitative finance is required; good understanding of various complex financial instruments is preferred
- Knowledge of machine learning techniques is preferred
- Relevant professional certifications like CQF, CFA or progress made towards it are preferred
- Desire to work in a dynamic, team-oriented, fast-paced environment focusing on challenging tasks mixing fundamental, quantitative, and market-oriented knowledge and skills is required
What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley
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 is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise 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.
Posting Date
Oct 28, 2024
Primary Location
Non-Japan Asia-India-Maharashtra-Mumbai
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree
Job
Model Risk
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Level
Associate
