Operations Associate Parametric

ABOUT MORGAN STANLEY
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking securities wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries the Firms employees serve clients worldwide including corporations governments institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley please visit .

ABOUT PARAMETRIC
Parametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors institutions and consultants to build portfolios focused on whats important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years we help investors access efficient market exposures solve implementation challenges and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs. We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients core holdings. This role is part of Parametrics hybrid working model which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week.

This role is part of Parametric s hybrid working model which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week.

ABOUT THE TEAM
The Client Relations Group (CRG) at Parametric builds meaningful relationships with clients by closely collaborating with sales teams and internal partners to deliver exceptional client service for accounts and client activities. CRG is comprised of teams and functions including Client Service (client relationship building and service) Client Experience (special client service initiates to support the client experience) Contract Management (manage contract lifecycle and record retention) and Client Operations (new account workflow activities billing and audit/oversight).

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Operations Associate - Client Relations Representative is responsible for working closely with Client Relations Representatives and Senior Client Relations Representatives in order to support the maintenance of client accounts and relationships within the firm.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the maintenance of existing client accounts.
• Assist with team projects and initiatives.
• Establish familiarity with internal systems to respond to client requests - asset values status updates tax efficiency account performance etc.
• Support the coordination of responses to client requests by liaising with internal teams and utilizing internal resources for information paperwork transition analyses etc.
• Support the termination of client accounts as requested.
• Establish working relationships with Distribution and other internal teams on existing client relationships.
• Establish working relationships with external contacts for new accounts and activity for existing clients.
• Gain proficiency and understanding of the channel guides and team policies and procedures in order to mitigate risk. Assist with coverage when team members are out and cross-train to ensure coverage.
• Support the provision/refreshing of portfolio analyses with existing clients.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year degree preferably in related discipline such as economics finance marketing or hospitality; work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• 4 years proven experience working with financial services advisors / money managers.
• Introductory experience with registered investment advisors (RIAs) the Family Office community separate accounts unified managed accounts (UMAs) tax-efficient products and/or indexes a plus. Relationship-building skills and ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Keen interest in and understanding of investment products and financial instruments such as equities and fixed income.
• Established communication skills - both internally/externally in written/oral/auditory essential.
• Familiarity with MS Office and the ability to learn additional internal/ external software programs.
• Resourcefulness problem solving and organization (ability to prioritize effectively)
• Willingness to work in fast-paced environment with hourly deadlines with attention to detail.
• Flexible willing and able to work long hours as needed.

Parametric believes each member of our organization makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore this job description is designed to outline primary duties and qualifications. It is our expectation that every member of our team will offer his/her/their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our client services.

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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Salary range for the position: $70000 - 150000/Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business units incentive compensation plan which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits including Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Health Savings Account Dependent Day Care Savings Account Life Insurance Disability and Other Insurance Plans Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually) 10 Paid Holidays 401(k) and Short/Long Term Disability in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit to learn more about our benefit offerings.

Morgan Stanleys 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).