Branch Operations & Administration Lead

Morgan Stanley; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in Columbus, OH is seeking a Branch Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Branch Manager, Financial Advisors, and staff. The role spans facilities, compliance, and daily operations, with opportunity to grow skills and advance within the firm.

Key responsibilities include expense management, coordinating meetings, vendor relations, HR processes, office administration, and ensuring confidential handling of information.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Strong computer and MS Office skills; proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Branch Manager, Financial Advisors, and staff.
• Manage travel, events, and expense requests ensuring policy compliance.
• Coordinate meetings, vendor setup, accounts payable, and office logistics.
• Support HR processes (I-9 processing, new hire onboarding, transfers, terminations) and policy updates.
• Maintain office supplies, calendars, and facilities contacts; assist with IT projects and migrations.

Skills

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion/confidentiality

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalency

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morgan Stanley in Columbus, OH is seeking a Branch Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Branch Manager, Financial Advisors, and staff. The role spans facilities, compliance, and daily operations, with opportunity to grow skills and advance within the firm.

Key responsibilities include expense management, coordinating meetings, vendor relations, HR processes, office administration, and ensuring confidential handling of information.