Valuation Risk Controller

Job Description
Given the continued spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), all interviews will be conducted by phone or virtual connection to protect our candidates and employees.

We offer:

• The chance to work in the Finance department of one of the world's top tier Financial Institutions and gain first-hand insight into our business
• Work with and obtain in-depth knowledge of a wide range of financial products from plain vanilla products to the most exotic structured derivatives
• Engagement with the other offices globally, including New York, London, Hong Kong and Tokyo
• Open minded and welcoming environment, where your ideas are taken seriously
• Contingent/Leased assignment working onsite at Morgan Stanley
• Contract via 3rd party agency

You will:

• Undertake monthly independent valuations of a global portfolio of financial assets using external data sources and internal models
• Present to and communicate with traders regularly to convey valuation results and discuss marking methodologies
• Review valuation and risk models, while working closely with model developers
• Enhance and streamline existing working processes
• Understand global financial markets, follow market movements and comprehend the impact on the portfolio and firm

Qualifications

You have:

• Experience in the field is an advantage but fresh grads are also welcome
• Completed degree in Economics, Finance or Business related discipline
• General understanding of and interest in the financial markets and products
• Ability to develop strong internal client relationships
• Willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong analytical, quantitative skills and solid knowledge of Excel

Team Profile:

Morgan Stanley Valuation Control provide an independent valuation assessment across the entire spectrum of financial instruments, ranging from vanilla products to the most complex structured and derivative transactions. 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 trading and Finance 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 us:

Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm and a market leader in investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.
Throughout your contingent/leased assignment working onsite at Morgan Stanley, you will be exposed to a truly international and multi-cultural environment that appreciates and respects individuality. Our state-of-the-art offices in the City Centre have been designed to maximize collaboration.

At Morgan Stanley Budapest, we are helping to shape the future of our global business and contributing to our local community. Our team works across numerous areas, including Technology, Mathematical Modeling, Finance, Risk Management and Data & Analytics.

Interested in flexible working opportunities?

Please speak to our recruitment team to find out if a flexible working agreement can be supported within this contingent/leased assignment.

Whilst engaged on a contingent assignment onsite at Morgan Stanley you will be provided with a supportive and inclusive environment. Morgan Stanley’s 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.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.