Valuation Risk Controller Associate
Valuation Risk Controller Associate
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Job Description
We are looking for an Associate who is working within the Finance Valuation Risk Controlling Team. The team is mandated to perform an independent valuation assessment on the diverse range of financial products. This process involves the certification of models and their valuation methodologies testing for adherence to such methodologies evaluating internal valuation marks against external benchmarks identification and resolution of valuation discrepancies and communicating a valuation assessment to senior management. The team is also involved in the continuous enhancements of the valuation control infrastructure with a view towards global and cross-product standardization.
About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking securities investment management and wealth management services.
As a market leader the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together we share a common set of values rooted in integrity excellence and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career a place for people to learn to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
What will you be doing
- Be part of the Continental Europe and Credit Complex Valuation Control Teams covering Corporate EM and Securitized Credit.
- Work with a wide-range of financial products
- Be responsible for enhancing the valuation control framework for Continental Europe
- Prepare summaries on review results for senior finance executives and the trading desks
- Review valuation and risk models work closely with model developers
- Be responsible for enhancing and streamlining existing working processes
- Understand global financial markets following up market movements and understanding impact on the business
- Be involved in project work as required on new systems and functionality enhancements
What were looking for:
- Strong and completed academics with preference for a quantitative discipline such as financial engineering mathematics physics engineering or other technical field
- Deep knowledge of main financial products their market context and associated risks
- Good understanding of IT and systems
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team or independently
- Fluency in English
Skills that will help you in the role:
- Clear structured communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
- Ability to challenge the valuation methodologies proposed by the trading desk and model developers
- Ability to develop strong internal client relationships
Where will you be working
Morgan Stanley Valuation Control provide an independent valuation opinion across the entire spectrum of financial instruments within the firms sales and trading inventory and proprietary investment portfolio ranging from vanilla products to the most complex structured and derivative transactions. The team leverages its diverse quantitative skill set and intimate product expertise to act as a guardian and approver of valuation methodology. The groups key clients are senior trading management and senior Finance management.
Flexible work statement:
Interested in flexible working opportunities Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Internal Applicants:
Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically you must be in your position for at least 18months and performing satisfactorilybeforeapplying for another job at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation mobility guidelines and policy on our employee portal by clicking here.
Equal opportunities statement:
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize 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.
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 - arent just beliefs they guide the decisions we make every day to do whats best for our clients communities and more than 80000 employees in 1200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley youll 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. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
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Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Flexible work statement
Interested in flexible working opportunities Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
