Asia Rates Trading Assistant

Morgan-Stanley; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a proactive Trading Desk Assistant in Mumbai to support the G10 Interest Rate Trading Desk. You will handle trade capture, risk reviews, lifecycle management, and end-of-day P&L support, contributing to streamlined processes and automation.

Ideal candidates have a strong math background, knowledge of fixed income products, and proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint. The role requires self-motivation and clear communication within a fast-paced trading environment.

Qualifications

• Background in finance, mathematics, or engineering.
• Strong understanding of fixed income markets and products.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the Asia Interest Rate Trading Desk in Mumbai during Asia hours.
• Perform trade capture, risk reviews, and lifecycle management for trades.

Skills

Math background

Fixed income knowledge

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Finance/Mathematics/Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company ProfileMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.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. Morgan Stanley 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 ProfileThe Fixed Income Division is comprised of Interest Rate, Currency Products, Commodities, Credit Products and Distribution. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manages risk, trade securities, derivatives, lending and repo products, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets.From the largest global institutions to innovative new hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market-making services in almost every type of financial instruments including stocks, bonds, derivatives, foreign exchange, and commodities. Our professionals provide liquidity and content to clients around the world, actively assessing and managing risk, trading securities, and planning and executing transactions in the fast-changing markets. As the needs of our clients become increasingly complex, we often develop customized solutions.Background on the TeamAs part of the Fixed Income Division, the Trading Desk Assistant is responsible for working with and supporting the G10 Interest Rate Trading desk in Mumbai. The team covers Asia, EMEA and North America hours supporting Fixed Income and is functionally split based on the area of work.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe role involves working with and supporting the G10 Interest Rate Trading desk in Mumbai. The role suits a self-motivated, highly energetic individual who has a good background in mathematical analysis and strong understanding of the fixed income markets/products, as well as an understanding of trade execution and trade lifecycle management.Description:Support the Asia Interest Rate Trading Desk in Mumbai [Asia working hours].Perform trade capture & risk reviews including risk moves, lifecycle management, trade bookings and amendments.Provide support to end of day P&L reviews.Work with the desk to improve trading platform through streamlining processes and automation.Educational background in Finance, mathematics, or engineering.Strong understanding in math/engineering, economics financeUnderstanding of Interest rate products and markets (Bonds, Interest Rates derivatives)Proficiency in MS office products Excel, Power point.Must be self-motivated, confident and possess good communication skills.Attention to detail.Preferred credentialStrong knowledge and expertise in excel, with ability to analyse and automate processes.Fixed income product knowledge with professional work experienceInterest in macroeconomics and tradingBackground in statistics and/or data analyticsMorgan 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.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.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 .