About the Role

We're seeking someone to join our team as an Associate in the Derivative Post Trade Operations - Confirmation, Drafting and DCP team in Tokyo (also with presence in Osaka) which supports OTC Derivative products. This is a client-facing role responsible for critical risk and control processes including trade affirmation, trade confirmation, dispute resolution with same-day turnaround subject to monthly confirmation execution targets, as well as the post-execution regulations in the US and EMEA.

Operations:

One of the largest divisions in the Firm, Operations is the first line of defense for Morgan Stanley's financial and reputational well-being and essential in delivering value. Operations is responsible for correctly settling and recording millions of transactions per day, identifying and mitigating operational risk, developing strong client relationships and partnering with technology to realize the full potential of IT and Automation. Operations has a premier team of creative and dedicated professionals, with a unique vantage point interacting with all parts of the business. The Operations Senior Management team is passionate about our people development and providing top-notch employee opportunities through an inclusive, forward-looking environment defined by open communication, collaboration, learning and dedicated career management.

Institutional Securities Group Product Operations:

Institutional Securities Group Product Operations (ISGPO) partners closely with Sales & Trading and our Clients to process daily activities, develop and implement new products and services, as well as drive efficiency and reduce risk in our processes.
 

What you'll bring to the role:

- Desired relevant work experience with Confirmation/Post Trade process.

- Desired industry knowledge and Derivative product process.

- ISDA, EMTA knowledge.

- Strong interpersonal, organizational, leadership, supervisory and communication skills.

- Proven ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced muti-tasking environment.

- Accountability for completion of day-to-day work oversight, proactive root cause investigation, in addition to project work and testing.

- Well-rounded, methodical person with strong analytical skills.

- Ability and confidence to identify and raise risks/issues to management, and to suggest solutions to issues, process improvements or highlight gaps and areas of concern.

- Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

- Japanese and English Communication skills both oral and written are essential (requires dealing with local and global counterparts on a regular basis).

- Task orientated and inquisitive in nature, required to ensure issues and processes are challenged.

- Self-motivated and have the ability to work consistently and efficiently to achieve goals either as an individual or as part of a team.

- Strong client service and expectation management skills.

- Ability to lead and collaborate within a team environment both regionally and globally.

- Intermediate to Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Word/Excel, and/or other relevant applications.

- Knowledge/usage of Alteryx, UIPath, PowerBI a plus.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Japanese & English Business Language.

- Japanese financial rules and regulations knowledge including regulatory reporting experience will be an advantage.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that's differentiated – and we've done that for 90 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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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.