Margin Operations Analyst

We’re seeking someone to join our team as an Associate to provide transaction support and manage post execution margin processes.

In the Operations division, we partner with business units across the Firm to support financial transactions, devise and implement effective controls and develop client relationships, driving strategic automation solutions by embracing a transformation mindset and challenging the status quo.

This is an Analyst position at the P3 job level within Product Support & Services, which is responsible for providing transaction support and managing post execution processes.

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.

Job Description

As a member of the Margin Ops team, the Margin Ops Associate will manage margin exceptions and review other operational processes, assess and escalate risk related issues, provide evidence and regulatory reporting for reoccurring tasks, as well as support customer service inquiries. Typical responsibilities listed below:

> Initiate, review, and manage exceptions to the firm's current margin policy
> Perform daily margin processes: managing margin calls and monitoring accounts for accuracy and sufficient collateral
> Review asset transfers (funds and securities)
> Strong understanding of REG-T Margin guidelines, Day-Trade rules, and complex option strategies
> Take action on at-risk accounts for adherence to the firm's policy, market conditions, or individual account behavior
> Support customer service in identifying, managing, and resolving client margin issues via email or instant messages
> Assess risk and apply closing transactions in high-pressure and fast-moving market conditions
> Escalate risk related issues to various leaders in all lines of business
> Participate in cross-functional initiatives aimed at formulating policy and improving systems used to manage risk and execute client orders
> Provide regular reporting to direct management
> Contribute positively to the client experience by developing and sharing operational process enhancement ideas to the broader organization > Bachelor's degree in business or a finance related field
> Ability to clearly articulate complex ideas to any audience within the organization
> Willingness and desire to learn new skills related to all aspects of brokerage operations
> Detail-oriented and have a proactive approach to identifying risk and effecting change
> 2 years of work experience in the broker-dealer space, preferably in Margin Operations or Equity/Options Trading
> Strong understanding of margin balances and buying power across multiple products (REG-T, REG-U, Options and Portfolio Margin)
> Working regulatory knowledge of FINRA 4210, Federal Regulation T, Federal Regulation U, Portfolio Margin and Pattern Day Trading
> Solid understanding of trading strategies, and current financial market conditions
> Knowledge of financial markets, derivatives, and margin (Regulation T)
> Knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office products in addition to systems such as Tableau, Bloomberg, etc.
> Willingness to learn new processes/system

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's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. United States (All States) It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Asia and India Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

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 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 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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Expected base pay rates for the role will be $36.06 hourly at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs. New York City, New York Effective September 17, 2023 Expected base pay rates for the role will be between [IN

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).