CASS and Operations Control AVP - Croydon Croydon, England
Job description
Job Number:
3238702
DESCRIPTION
Croydon
Shareworks by Morgan Stanley is designed to simplify the complexities of equity plan management, while helping employees realise the full potential of their benefits through our world-class software platform which combines cutting-edge technology with outstanding client service and premier wealth management capabilities.
Located in East Croydon, UK and reporting to the Manager of Client Assets and Reconciliations the successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team supporting the Morgan Stanley at Work Operations Team. The operations team is responsible for the transaction life cycle activities relating to equity transactions including trade execution, settlement, cash disbursement, reconciliation and regulatory reporting.
Our focus is to provide reliable operations processes that consistently fulfil the Shareworks service promise. Our commitment to all our customers is to deliver “Everyday Excellence” – service that can redefine the expectations of our customers. These core beliefs permeate our culture and enable us to continue to evolve our service delivery to a global industry-leading standard.
We require an ambitious, self-motivated individual who thrives on a challenge who will assist with our corporate goals and focus to ensure that Shareworks by Morgan Stanley EMEA becomes an industry leader in the UK and Europe. You will be detail orientated and delivery focused to ensure we’re able to provide the best possible service with maximum control. You work well in a team environment while being capable of working independently. A desire for continuous learning with an ability to adapt within a fast paced, ever changing working environment is paramount.
- Ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.
- Write and maintain key control documentation.
- Maintenance and production of key performance and risk related MIS.
- QA Testing of operational processes.
- Incident and risk reporting.
- Perform root cause analysis, define and implement resultant action plans.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reporting.
- Write and maintain policy documentation.
- Compile MI decks and CASS Committee documentation.
- Manage all internal and external audits for the area including coordinating responses and defining action plans.
- Lead and manage ad hoc control related initiatives.
- Assistance with operational activity as/when required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent analytical and research skills, accurate with strong problem-solving skills
- Quality-focused work ethic with a strong controls mind-set
- Good understanding of operational risk and the Three Lines of Defence
- Familiarity with the FCA and CASS requirements and reporting
- Experience in creating controls and writing & maintaining policy documents
- Self-motivated & eager to learn with a desire to succeed
- Understanding of securities operations related functions
- Strong Excel skills and MS Office skills
- Previous banking operations experience would be advantageous
