Accounting and Regulatory Policy Advisor - Vice President

Description

Accounting and Regulatory Policy (Policy) is a global function within Finance which supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by providing independent advisory and review services in relation to matters of Accounting and Basel-based Regulation for a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. As a result of this focus, Policy plays a key role in client advisory activities and major Firm projects, helping to shape and influence the future strategy of the Firm.

Following a recent expansion of team scope and responsibilities, a Vice President opportunity has arisen within the Glasgow Policy team, which operates as a centre of excellence for the global Policy team.   Reporting to the Executive Director Head of Glasgow Policy, the role will primarily focus on Regulatory Policy, providing the opportunity to be at the forefront of developments in Regulation impacting the UK and beyond, including Basel IV and the Capital Requirements Regulation (CRR 3), and will also cover advisory support on accounting topics

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?

• You will be global lead for Morgan Stanley Regulatory Policy Management, working with senior stakeholders in the US and EMEA.
• You will play a central role in managing the team’s global regulatory horizon scanning process, including technical review of new publications and communication to management and key Firm stakeholders.
• You will take on a lead role in the implementation and roll out of a new digital tooling solution for the team’s regulatory horizon scanning process, including liaison with internal management and third-party provider.
• You will be a key advisor, working alongside cross-functional teams on major Firm implementation projects, including Basel IV and CRR 3, in addition to assuming responsibility for the resolution of ad-hoc advisory queries from internal stakeholders covering both regulation and accounting matters.
• You will act as a central liaison for the Glasgow team with key internal stakeholders on matters of regulatory and accounting policy, including Firm Management, Regulatory Controllers, Legal & Compliance, Risk, Treasury and Liquidity & Funding Controllers.
• You will help train our internal stakeholders on technical matters, including key regulatory updates identified through the team’s horizon scanning process.
• You will develop SME knowledge across US and EMEA regulations.
• You will assume line manager responsibilities for one direct report (Director/AVP/Manager level).

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Basel-based Regulation, and a keen desire to develop SME expertise in areas of regulatory policy.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to communicate technical material to various levels of experience/knowledge both in written and verbal form.
• Self-motivator with the ability to balance own priorities alongside supervision and coaching of direct report.
• An interest in working in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high priority deliverables.

Skills that will help you in the role:

• The ability to work independently in a self-directed way in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• The confidence to take ideas forward and to challenge others, where appropriate, with experience in management by influence, facilitating and gaining consensus.
• Prior experience of working in a financial services environment.

Where will you be working?

Located in Glasgow's dynamic International Financial Services District—our office has an open, diverse, thriving company culture. In 2000, we founded our Glasgow office with just six employees. Since then, our office has grown to more than 1,400 people in our Glasgow office. We have an open, inclusive culture that empowers employees to reach their individual and professional goals. We encourage everyone who works here to think like owners and take pride in our worldwide reputation.

With a presence in New York, London, Glasgow, Hong Kong and Tokyo, Policy is a truly global function. The Glasgow Policy team is ideally placed to be a key advisory centre for our global stakeholders, with minimal business travel that would ordinarily be associated with similar advisory roles.  

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 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation, mobility guidelines and policy on our employee portal.

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.

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