Operations Analyst - Parametric

ABOUT MORGAN STANLEY Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com. ABOUT PARAMETRIC Parametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors, institutions, and consultants to build portfolios focused on what is important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years, we help investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs. We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients' core holdings. This role is part of Parametric' s hybrid working model, which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week. ABOUT THE OPERATIONS ANALYST PROGRAM The Operations Analyst program is designed for recent or soon to be college graduates to learn - then build upon - a foundation of knowledge in the investment industry with a focus on investment operations. New hires into this program will start their journey as part of a cohort of Operations Analyst. Over three weeks, participants experience a comprehensive firm and financial services overview which is designed with the goal of setting new hires up for success as Analysts in the Operations organization at Parametric. Operations Analyst program participants learn about products, services, and how various business units at Parametric - and across Morgan Stanley - work together. At the conclusion of the three-week program, participants are aligned to work in one of the many Operations teams which includes Portfolio Administration, Corporate Actions, Trade Settlements, Account Onboarding, Account Activity Management, Account Oversight, and Billing Solutions.

Work with internal and external stakeholders and other key points of contact in a professional manner Research and resolve issues quickly and with a sense of urgency and accuracy. Communicate with internal and external contacts regularly to resolve issues, confirm information, provide status updates or information, among others Collect observations and turn into actionable insights and recommendations for improvement. Complete daily assigned operations transactions, which may include cash or position reconciliation, trade posting, processing market events, new account setup, account activity recording. Do so in an accurate, timely, and comprehensive manner Perform verification checks on similar work done by others on the team, to ensure accuracy of information Ensure thorough and accurate record keeping/maintenance of client records and files. Maintain metrics and data Ad-hoc and project work as needed. JOB REQUIREMENTS What we're looking for: Associate degree or bachelor's degree, with a concentration in Data Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related area of study Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs Ability to work independently and self-manage high volumes of data with tight deadlines Strong attention to detail & highly process oriented Strong problem solving and analytical skills Ability to work independently under tight deadlines Leadership skills are encouraged Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong interest in starting a career in the investment management industry Must be able to work full-time (40 hours a week) by the program start date Salary & Benefits: Set at $28.85 per hour ($60,000 annualized base), eligible for overtime. Alpharetta Office: 1 Edison Drive Alpharetta, GA 30005 Boston Office: One Post