Private Wealth Risk VP — Elevate UHNW Controls & Compliance

Morgan Stanley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Senior Risk professional for Private Wealth Management in New York. The role focuses on risk identification, assessment, monitoring and mitigation across PWM, collaborating with Advisors, client service teams, and control partners to ensure robust risk practices.

Requirements include 7+ years in financial services/risk, Series 7 and Series 63/66 registrations within 180 days, a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred), and experience with UHNW clients.

Qualifications

• {text from HTML}7+ years’ experience in financial services, wealth management and risk related fields
• {text from HTML}Registrations required: Series 7 and Series 63 or 66 upon 180 days of hire
• {text from HTML}Experience with Ultra High-Net Worth clients/ working within a Family Office highly preferred.
• {text from HTML}Strong understanding of investment products across all asset classes
• {text from HTML}Outstanding team working, relationship building, and cross-collaboration skills
• {text from HTML}Excellent organization and prioritization skills
• {text from HTML}High level of attention to detail, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• {text from HTML}A track record of success and a demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and discretion

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-related audit activities and prepare materials for stakeholders
• Review risk indicators and support issue escalation across PWM
• Support adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory expectations
• Identify emerging risks and strengthen control processes
• Pursue automation of manual risk, control, reporting, and monitoring processes to improve efficiency

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Discretion

MS Office & AI tools

Prioritization

Follow-through

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Senior Risk professional for Private Wealth Management in New York. The role focuses on risk identification, assessment, monitoring and mitigation across PWM, collaborating with Advisors, client service teams, and control partners to ensure robust risk practices.

Requirements include 7+ years in financial services/risk, Series 7 and Series 63/66 registrations within 180 days, a bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred), and experience with UHNW clients.