Director, Security Settlements – Americas

Morgan Stanley; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Director in Shared Services & Banking Operations to lead Security Settlements in the Americas from Baltimore, overseeing a team of 3–5 in-house staff and 10 offshore resources. The role focuses on risk management, timely settlement, and stakeholder collaboration.

You will supervise settlement activities, mentor the team, and coordinate with BRM, IED, FID, and PB to maintain control and efficiency in high-volume markets across the Americas.

Qualifications

• Experience in Security Settlements or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Equity and/or Fixed Income products and settlement market rules.
• Experience as a people manager with leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a structured, high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve pre-settlement and settlement exceptions.
• Escalate risks associated with settlement and implement mitigation methods.
• Identify areas for process improvement to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Apply knowledge of U.S. buy-in rules to manage risk in in-scope transactions.
• Deliver quality service aligning with evolving business requirements.
• Lead the team and provide guidance in day-to-day functions and projects.
• Coach and mentor team members, conducting effective one-to-one discussions.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Risk awareness

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Director in Shared Services & Banking Operations to lead Security Settlements in the Americas from Baltimore, overseeing a team of 3–5 in-house staff and 10 offshore resources. The role focuses on risk management, timely settlement, and stakeholder collaboration.

You will supervise settlement activities, mentor the team, and coordinate with BRM, IED, FID, and PB to maintain control and efficiency in high-volume markets across the Americas.