Credit Risk Policy Team – Associate recruitment

Position Category: Risk Management

Position Title: Credit Risk Policy Team - Associate

Job Level: Associate

Location: USA - NY - New York

Education Required: Bachelors Degree

Position Description:
Morgan Stanley is seeking a strong Associate for its Credit Risk Credit Policy Team ("CPT"). CPT is responsible for the development, implementation and oversight and maintenance of Firm- and Bank-wide Credit Governance, Credit Policy, Procedures, Risk Tolerance, Credit Limits Frameworks and Credit Authority Entitlement Frameworks, all of which are presented to senior management. The professionals within this team must be resourceful and motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a keen sense of ownership, accountability and initiative with respect to their responsibilities. Other requirements, roles and responsibilities are described below.

Skills Required:
• Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent analytical skills
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Solid writing and verbal presentation skills
• Exceptional PowerPoint skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Word applications
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve

Skills Desired:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in credit or banking related activities and 2 years in a credit risk related function
• Knowledge of financial products, financial markets and risk drivers especially those within Fixed Income, Commodities, Equity Derivatives and Loans
• Experience working with global teams across multiple divisions
• Knowledge of Federal Banking regulations
• Experience working with government regulators and internal and external auditors
• Familiarity with MS Project, Share Point and database management programs