Settlements Administrator AVP Croydon, England
Morgan Stanley
Full Time
Croydon, England
24978 - 37401 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Settlements Administrator AVP
Job Number:
3237974
POSTING DATE: Jun 27, 2023
PRIMARY LOCATION: Europe, Middle East, Africa-United Kingdom-United Kingdom-Croydon
EDUCATION LEVEL: Bachelor's Degree
JOB: Wealth Management
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
JOB LEVEL: Assistant Vice President
DESCRIPTION
Settlements Administrator Associate
Croydon
3237974
Croydon
3237974
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.
Reporting to the Manager of Settlements, the Settlements Administrator will be required to undertake various settlements and associated operational activities. These tasks include order transmission, money movement/cash disbursement, foreign exchange, stock transfers, investigation/reprocessing of failed transactions and global custody asset servicing. You will be in regular contact with internal & external groups including brokers, custodians, and banking partners.
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.
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.
Department Profile:
Our focus is to provide best in class operational processes that consistently fulfil the Morgan Stanley at Work 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.
Our focus is to provide best in class operational processes that consistently fulfil the Morgan Stanley at Work 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 a self-motivated individual who thrives on a challenge and looking to develop a career within the Investment Banking operational environment. You work well in a team environment and are also capable of working independently. A desire for continuous learning is a must as well as an ability to adapt within a fast paced, ever changing working environment. The role provides exposure to multiple facets of stock and cash operational activity providing exceptional career growth opportunities.
What will you be doing?
- Daily completion of UK and International Equity settlement across 9 different markets including UK, Ireland, Germany, US, Canada.
- Completion of various daily activities including money movement, FX transactions, Manual payment processing, order transmission and MiFID reporting.
- Dealing with participant enquiries associated to transactions, money movement and share transfers.
- Ensure timely and accurate capture and execution of client corporate actions according to market requirements.
- Production of transactional and control related MIS.
- Ensuring all activities are in compliance with FCA regulatory rules (including CASS).
QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for:
- Strong Team player.
- Understanding of UK and International market related activities.
- Experience in UK and International Equity settlement.
- Strong knowledge of asset servicing including full lifecycle of corporate actions, dividends, and operational processing.
- Advanced knowledge of SWIFT and experience of domestic and international payment systems
- Understanding of critical deadlines, key controls and timely escalations within securities and cash processing.
- Strong numeric skills and detail oriented.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Competent using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Comfortable with technology and technical concepts
- Comfortable in a fast-paced changing environment
- Knowledge of security and cash processing within Shareplan industry (desirable but not essential).
- Working knowledge of FCA CASS and Transaction Reporting requirements (desirable but not essential).
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.
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 by clicking here.
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 by clicking here.
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.
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.
