Internal Auditor, Institutional Securities, Director (AVP equivalent)

Morgan Stanley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in London is seeking a Director-level Internal Auditor (AVP equivalent) for the Investment Banking and Capital Markets Audit Team, to be based in London. The role focuses on inspecting controls across front, middle and back offices and contributing to the firm’s risk governance.

You’ll identify risk, lead assurance activities, and communicate findings to stakeholders with clear, structured messaging.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–7 years of relevant audit experience in large financial services.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements for Investment Banking and Global Capital Markets.
• Good knowledge of risk assessment, planning, testing and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks to prioritise coverage areas within the mandate.
• Execute and lead assurance activities including audits and monitoring to assess controls.
• Facilitate risk conversations with stakeholders with clear, structured messaging.
• Manage multiple deliverables aligned to team priorities.
• Contribute to training and development of self and peers.

Skills

Audit principles

Risk analysis

Stakeholder communication

Data interpretation

Inclusive behaviors

Job description

Internal Auditor, Institutional Securities, Director (AVP equivalent)

LONDON

JR045394

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Director in the Investment Banking and Capital Markets Audit Team, located in London.

The Internal Audit Division (IAD) drives attention and resources to vulnerabilities by providing an independent and well-informed view and impactful messages about the most important risks facing our Firm. This is accomplished by performing a range of assurance activities to independently assess the quality and effectiveness of Morgan Stanley’s system of internal control, including risk management and governance systems and processes. IAD serves as an objective and independent function within the Firm’s risk management framework to foster continual improvement of risk management processes.

This is a Director position within the Business Audit family, which is responsible for inspecting controls in front, middle and back offices.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What you’ll do in the role:

• Help identify risk and impact to relevant coverage area to prioritize areas of focus
• Execute and lead aspects of assurance activities (e.g., audits, continuous monitoring, closure verification) to assess risk and formulate a view on the control environment
• Facilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks, their impact and how well they are managed in a clear, timely and structured manner
• Assist in managing multiple deliverables in line with team priorities
• Solicit and provide feedback and participate in formal and on-the-job training to further develop self and peers

What you’ll bring to the role:

• At least 6-7 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role
• Understanding of business line and key regulations relevant to Investment Banking and Global Capital Markets
• Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes (e.g., risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting and continuous monitoring)
• Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform point of view
• Ability to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints and adapt messaging accordingly
• A commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors

Unfortunately we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. We would only be able to offer you this role if you can demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK.

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.