Alternatives Risk Management, Senior Associate

Morgan Stanley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) invites a Senior Associate to join the Global Risk & Analysis Group in New York. You will analyze MSIM’s actively managed multi-asset funds and related markets, measure risk, and communicate findings to Portfolio Management Teams and regulators.

The role emphasizes robust data analysis, stress testing and ESG risk metrics. This position collaborates with IT to improve data processes, uses Aladdin and other risk tools daily, and contributes to an

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Ideally 4–6 years of experience in asset management with multi-asset/alternatives exposure.
• CFA or graduate degree is a plus.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience using SQL, Python or R is a plus.
• Familiar with market data and risk tools (Aladdin, SunGard APT, Barra Portfolio Manager, BarraOne, Bloomberg).
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated, self-starter and team-player.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of MSIM’s multi-asset funds and global markets (equities, fixed income, commodities, FX, derivatives, hedge funds).
• Measure and communicate risks of actively managed multi-asset funds to PMs, Firm Management, clients, regulators and internal teams.
• Research, construct, apply, and interpret macroeconomic and historical stress scenarios for multi-asset funds.
• Lead regular quality control checks of derivatives securities and ex-ante risk data in Aladdin.
• Use market, risk, and performance tools such as Aladdin, FIS APT, Barra Portfolio Manager, Bloomberg daily.
• Collaborate with other risk management teams to expand and optimize MSIM’s risk platform.
• Calculate ESG risk metrics including portfolio carbon emissions and climate scenario analysis.
• Screen for ESG controversy flags and business involvements.
• Collaborate with IT to build and improve data and processes for the Risk Team.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Risk management

Communication skills

Team player

Self-starter

Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate degree in business/finance/math

CFA or graduate degree is a plus

Tools

Aladdin

Barra Portfolio Manager

BarraOne

Bloomberg

SQL

Python

R

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (“MSIM”), together with its investment advisory affiliates, operates in 25 countries with $1.9 Tn in assets under management or supervision as of March 31, 2026. MSIM strives to provide outstanding long‑term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.

WE OFFER

• The Global Risk & Analysis Group (GRA) team offers the opportunity to identify, assess, manage and monitor risk across MSIM, and provide research/analysis and reporting for clients, regulators, Portfolio Management Teams, Firm Management, and other internal teams.
• This member of GRA will be based in New York and responsible for analysis, research and delivery of certain Multi‑Asset & Alternatives risk‑focused projects. In addition, the Senior Associate will perform data analysis, aggregation and reporting.

YOU WILL

• Work as a key member of the Multi‑Asset & Alternatives Risk team to conduct research and analysis of MSIM’s actively managed multi‑asset funds and the overall global equity, fixed income, commodities, FX, derivatives and hedge fund markets.
• Measure, identify, and communicate risks of actively managed multi‑asset funds to various parties, such as Portfolio Management Teams, Firm Management, clients, regulators, and other internal teams.
• Research, construct, apply, and interpret macroeconomic and historical stress scenarios as they relate to actively managed multi‑asset funds.
• Lead regular quality control checks of derivatives securities and ex‑ante risk data in Aladdin.
• Use market, risk, and performance tools such as Aladdin, FIS APT, Barra Portfolio Manager, Bloomberg on a daily basis.
• Work closely with other investment risk management teams (equity, fixed income, liquidity, cross‑investment) to expand and optimize MSIM’s risk management platform.
• Calculate ESG risk metrics including portfolio carbon emissions and climate scenario analysis and conduct screenings for ESG controversy flags and business involvements.
• Collaborate with I.T. Team to build and improve data and processes which are critical to the Multi‑Asset & Alternatives Risk Team.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in business, finance, mathematics or other related quantitative field
• Ideally 4 to 6 years of experience; previous experience in the asset management industry working with multi‑asset and alternatives strategies is strongly preferred.
• CFA or graduate degree is a plus.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Experience using SQL, Python or R is a plus.
• Familiarity with market data and risk tools (i.e. Aladdin, SunGard APT, Barra Portfolio Manager, BarraOne, Bloomberg).
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic self‑starter.
• Team‑player mentality, with the ability to work independently when necessary.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments at once and meet associated deadlines.

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.

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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $130,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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.