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Morgan Stanley is seeking an Associate in the Fixed Income Trade Support Group.
The role is part of Global Rates Operations and is based in Tokyo and will support the Fixed Income JGB Trading Desk.
Role and Responsibilities;
Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Process the JGB Auction & BOJ Market Operation
- Support the trades of JGB, UST, and Mutual Funds
- Support trades done with external clients, broker/dealers, and internal trading desks
- Manage trade matching and exceptions prior to settlement date
- Process and control the Regulatory Reporting & Legal Ledgers
- Participate in the Change The Bank initiatives and projects for industry-wide mandatory changes and discretionary system enhancements
Expected Skill and Experience;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Japanese Business Language
- Good understanding about JGB front-to-back operational process and life of a trade
- Strong understanding of risk and economic discrepancies
- Ability to work with colleagues in other locations, maintain communication and build rapport with global colleagues
- High level of attention to detail
- Ability to provide high level client service (internal & external)
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage daily workflow
- Dedication on getting the job done
- Ability to work through and close out issues
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to strong work ethics and significant leadership potential
- Further education in related financial discipline an advantage
About the Team
A line Professional Operations Specialist executes Operations processes and/or supports process management and project efforts. This individual may be part of a team of specialists operating within a region and for a particular product.
Demonstrates detailed knowledge of the processes, projects, systems, markets and instruments that influence their team.
Analyzes and exposes ambiguous or complex issues, identifies root causes and proposes future actions.
Ensures Compliance Courses and Policies are completed on a timely basis.
May be required to build and manage relationships on a day to day level with Business Unit partners, other Morgan Stanley infrastructure departments, and external contact points in Client organizations.
This position will challenge you and you will be successful if;
- You are able to handle multiple work streams and prioritize effectively.
- You actively look for new opportunities for self development and career progression.
- You show dedication to learn from experience and mistakes; actively seek out feedback and adjusts behavior accordingly.
- You are aware of the long term impact of regulatory environment and market changes on the business. You make plans where appropriate to adapt control processes and procedures.
- You can identify the right levels of control and measures required, building a strong yet flexible workflow.
- You actively ensure existence of mitigating controls and take personal responsibility for enhancing processes.
- You combine clear and appropriate escalation with suggestions on appropriate risk reduction strategies.
- You consistently exceed expectations and respond actively and positively to changing circumstances.
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.
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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.
For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.
