Prime Brokerage Operations Specialist – Client Coverage

Morgan Stanley; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley seeks a Prime Brokerage Operations Associate in Singapore to provide direct client coverage and support post-execution processes, including equity swap allocations and cash trade management. You will work with global teams to drive client service excellence and operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes risk awareness, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with Excel and VBA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services operations.
• Experience in client servicing and stakeholder management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of risk management, controls and escalation processes.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and numeracy skills.
• Experience using analytical/investigative skills to identify and resolve issues.
• Proficiency in Excel; VBA or macro experience preferred.
• At least 2 years' relevant experience expected for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily client-related functions including trade allocations, amendments, client queries and reporting within specified timelines.
• Oversee swap trade allocations, investigate breaks and ensure timely resolution of exceptions.
• Perform cash trade matching and settlement activities while maintaining risk and controls.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients through proactive engagement and high-quality service delivery.
• Partner with global stakeholders and operational groups to address client needs and resolve issues effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency through root cause analysis and operational enhancements.
• Participate in straight through processing initiatives and system enhancement projects.
• Adhere to established controls, identify operational risks and elevate issues to management in a timely manner.

Skills

Client servicing

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Multitasking

Risk management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Relationship building

Numeracy

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

VBA/macros

Job description

Morgan Stanley seeks a Prime Brokerage Operations Associate in Singapore to provide direct client coverage and support post-execution processes, including equity swap allocations and cash trade management. You will work with global teams to drive client service excellence and operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes risk awareness, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with Excel and VBA experience preferred.