Debt Capital Markets – EMEA Ratings Advisory Group – Associate

Morgan Stanley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in London seeks an Associate for Debt Capital Markets – EMEA Ratings Advisory Group. You will contribute to rating analyses, benchmarking, and coordination across cross-border transactions, working closely with senior bankers and rating agencies.

Responsibilities include preparing benchmarks, running rating workflows, analysing credit, and coordinating transaction processes with stakeholders. A strong analytical background and English fluency are essential.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic track record from a leading university.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with an interest in analytics and modelling.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to comprehend complex concepts.
• Background in Investment Banking or Credit Ratings is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency and experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standard of accuracy.
• Motivated and hardworking.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Team player and collaborative mindset.
• Able to articulate complex ideas simply and summarise them effectively.
• High level of motivation, professionalism and commitment to excellence.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Preparing peer benchmarking.
• Running rating process work-streams within transactions.
• Analysing credit and providing preliminary rating views.
• Project management role in transaction processes, including coordinating with clients and rating agencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Presentation skills

English fluency

Organisation

Client engagement

Time management

Education

Leading university

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Company Profile

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.

Divisional Profile

As a market Global Capital Markets (GCM) responds with market judgment and ingenuity to meet clients’ needs for capital. Whether executing an IPO, a debt offering or a leveraged buyout, GCM integrates Morgan Stanley’s expertise in Sales & Trading and in Investment Banking (IBD), offering clients seamless advice and sophisticated solutions. We originate, structure and execute public and private placement of equities, investment-grade and non-investment-grade debt and related products.

Position Description

We are currently hiring for an Associate to work in the Debt Capital Markets - EMEA Ratings Advisory Group in London.

Ratings Advisory is a market-leading team at the centre of a broad range of corporate transactions, including M&A, debt financing, equity raises and corporate actions such as share buybacks. The team advises on all aspects of corporate ratings as well as optimal capital structuring.

This role offers significant exposure to high-profile, pan-European and potentially cross-border transactions and the opportunity to work closely with senior bankers, clients and rating agencies. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving transaction execution, developing analytical insights and contributing to strategic client engagement in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing peer benchmarking
• Running rating process work-streams within transactions
• Analysing credit and providing preliminary rating views
• Project management role in transaction processes, including coordinating and communicating with key stakeholders and third parties, including clients and rating agencies

Skills Required

• Outstanding academic track record from a leading university
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with a clear interest for analytics and modelling
• Excellent problem-solving skills and an ability to comprehend complex concepts
• Background in Investment Banking or Credit Ratings is preferred but not required
• Proficiency and experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Excellent attention to detail and high standard of accuracy
• Motivated and hardworking
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Team player and able to work effectively with a collaborative mindset
• Able to articulate complex ideas simply and summarise them effectively
• High level of motivation, professionalism and commitment to excellence
• Fluency in English

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.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

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.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.