ISGM Data Group, Strategic Program Manager VP

Organization: ISG Management
Primary Location: Americas-United States of America-New York-New York-1585 Broadway
Program: Data Management
Education Level: Bachelors Degree
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Level: Vice President

Job Title: Institutional Securities Data Group New York Strategic Program Manager Vice President

Company Profile
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking securities investment management and wealth management services. The Firms employees serve clients worldwide including corporations governments and individuals from more than 1200 offices in 43 countries. 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. Morgan Stanley 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.

Department Profile

The Institutional Securities Group (ISG) has established an ISG Data Group (IDG) to provide a single point of accountability for the full spectrum of data related initiatives. This ranges from the defensive risk reduction aspects of data security (both internal and external) through operational effectiveness from improving data quality to helping enhancing revenue through further leveraging our data assets for providing services to our clients.

Position Description:

The position available is a Vice President level position within IDG. This part of the team is responsible for project buildout and execution focused on problem-solving strategic enablement and driving cross-functional data related initiatives within ISG both onshore and offshore. Areas include but are not limited to access management client data protections data governance and among others. The individual will be required to work with senior members across the ISG businesses and associated Firm functions such as the Operational Risk Division (ORD) Compliance Firmwide Data Office (FDO) Technology etc. The individual will be responsible for driving aspects of the data governance strategy for ISG while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations governing the Firm as well as adherence to internal standards controls and policies.

Responsibilities Include:

Helping define and drive the strategy framework for cross-functional data related initiatives within ISG Global which includes overall governance client strategy internal and external data solutions and platforms;
Collaborating with ISG Business Control Unit (BCU) ISG Tech Leads / desk heads TOR and the FDO on defining ISG requirements to execute program initiatives and implement key controls as required;
Leading the implementation of a data related initiatives including business process and controls review while also managing onshore and offshore IDG teams;
Creating processes and tools for risk identification and measurement across ISGs data priorities including identification of KRIs KPIs escalation thresholds etc.;
Improving and monitoring existing data related control frameworks and / or creating new control frameworks if none exist;
Identifying opportunities for process efficiencies and implementing corresponding solutions within the team as well as teams external to IDG;
Maintaining relationships and working closely with IDG supervisors Business Control Units Firmwide Data Office Technology Legal and Compliance.

Experience / Skills Required:

7 years of experience in financial services
Proven experience in shaping and defining strategic initiatives that drive business impact
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks mitigate challenges and drive resolution
Strong project management skills and proven ability to move projects through to completion ideally within capital markets
Team player who can effectively collaborate across diverse teams
Excellent oral and written communication skills by clearly articulating objectives requirements risks and issues and interacting with Senior Management and clients
Strong motivation and a self-starter with a positive outlook and desire to solve problems with an ability to work independently with minimal guidance
Strong analytical skills with an ability to understand complex workflows and leverage Excel PPT Project Visio etc.
Ability to identify and escalate issues effectively and appropriately
Exceptional organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail
Ability to discuss in-depth technology initiatives and ability to work closely with technology teams
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely and effective manner and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to take ideas forward and to challenge others with integrity and maturity

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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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $145000 and $250000 per year 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.

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).

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).