Director in Charge, Equities Risk & Controls

Financeroles; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley seeks a Director to serve as Auditor in Charge for the ISG Equities portfolio across the Americas. You will lead assurance activities, evaluate controls, and mentor teammates while working with front, middle, and back offices.

The role emphasizes risk identification, clear communication, and strong collaboration within the Internal Audit Division, with in-office presence four days per week in New York. Competitive compensation awaits.

Qualifications

• Understanding of business line and key regulations relevant to coverage area.
• Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes (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.
• At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.
• Relevant certifications (i.e., CIA, CPA, CFA, CIDA, SIE, Series licenses, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Audit principles

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Questioning and adaptability

Inclusive leadership

Team coordination

Education

CIA

CPA

CFA

SIE

Job description

Morgan Stanley seeks a Director to serve as Auditor in Charge for the ISG Equities portfolio across the Americas. You will lead assurance activities, evaluate controls, and mentor teammates while working with front, middle, and back offices.

The role emphasizes risk identification, clear communication, and strong collaboration within the Internal Audit Division, with in-office presence four days per week in New York. Competitive compensation awaits.