Mutual Funds and Governance, Director, Paralegal

We are seeking someone to join our team as a Director in the Legal and Compliance division.

In the Legal & Compliance division, we assist the Firm in achieving its business objectives by facilitating and overseeing the Firm's management of legal, regulatory and franchise risk. This is a Director level position within the Paralegal mutual fund and governance to support Morgan Stanley Investment Management's U.S. registered fund business.

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:

• Oversight and coordination of annual registration statement updates and ad hoc supplements for approximately 85 mutual funds; oversight and coordination of new fund launches, fund mergers and proxy statements

• Coordination and oversight of proxy campaigns and shareholder meetings

• Coordination and execution of all matters and responsibilities relating to the complex's Mutual Fund Board meetings, including drafting agendas; requesting, reviewing and compiling meeting materials; and distribution of meeting materials

• Responsible for maintaining minute books and files/records of Board meetings

• Responsibilities also include help with preparation of, and maintaining files for the various fund agreements and charter documents relating to our mutual funds and minute books and files/records of Board meetings

• Prepare and assist in finalizing secretary's, officer's and incumbency certificates

• Working with attorneys, provide corporate governance, Board and fund related information to internal and external parties

• Various other responsibilities in connection with day-to-day oversight of a large mutual fund complex Requirements

What you'll bring to the role:

• Typically, 5+ years’ relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role

• Solid track record working in a professional environment

• Knowledge

• Should exhibit comfort working with technology and the ability to learn and display proficiency on Firm's systems and programs

• Proficient with MS Office (Excel proficiency is required - specific focus on Excel macros)

• Experience with respect to (i) the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and (ii) corporate governance and Board-related matters and materials is a plus

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills - ability to effectively correspond with various groups and senior professionals over email and the telephone

• Experience in stakeholder management with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across regions and Business Units

• Ability to think and research independently, form opinions and make decisions

• Pragmatic and analytical problem-solving skills - candidate needs to consistently apply sound judgment

• Ability to anticipate ahead of time and escalate issues as appropriate

• Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively handle a fast-paced environment

• Successfully meet established deadline requirements - display efficient time management skills

• Team player who can successfully manage multiple projects and priorities

• Ability to identify and recommend process efficiencies

Coverage

• Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM India time

• Coverage is dependent on business needs, so flexibility is expected

• Full day's coverage may be required during some Indian holidays

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.