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Overview We are seeking a highly strategic and execution-driven Technology Portfolio Manager (VP) to support the Global Chief of Staff and business management for the RPE organization. This is a high-visibility leadership role interfacing with a 1,300-person organization globally, acting as a trusted partner to senior leadership and a central connector between India and global teams. The role spans strategy creation and execution, workforce management, financial oversight, communications, and business operations. The Technology Portfolio Manager will regularly interface with global divisional heads and senior stakeholders, manage highly confidential information, and drive alignment on budgets, headcount, and priorities. In addition, the role will own and implement Business Continuity Planning (BCP) strategy across all IST/FORT super-departments globally, extending beyond RPE.

Strategy & Senior Leadership Support Partner with the Global CoS and senior leadership to shape, translate, and execute divisional strategy Provide structured analysis and decision support on key business priorities Manage sensitive topics and confidential leadership materials with discretion and sound judgment Stakeholder Management (Global) Serve as a primary interface to global divisional heads and senior stakeholders Drive alignment on strategy, budgets, planning, and headcount Influence outcomes across a matrixed global organization without direct authority Workforce & Location Management Lead workforce strategy for India (~600 employees), including: Hiring logistics, onboarding, and retention Headcount planning, forecasting, and organizational design Office space and location strategy Partner closely with HR and global business managers on talent initiatives Financial Management Own coordination and transparency of: Budget planning, forecasting, and cost alignment Headcount reporting and expense management Interpret and communicate financial performance clearly to senior leadership Business Operations & Controls Oversee operational and administrative management of the division Establish strong governance, internal controls, and performance tracking (KPIs/KRIs) Drive continuous improvement across processes, operating model, and execution discipline Communications & Leadership Enablement Oversee RPE communications strategy and execution across global forums Develop executive-ready messaging, presentations, and talking points Ensure consistent and high-quality communication across stakeholders BCP Leadership (IST/FORT Scope) Own and drive BCP strategy and execution across all IST/FORT super-departments Ensure alignment with global resilience standards and regulatory expectations > Experience in Chief of Staff, COO/CAO office, Strategy, or Business Management, Technology Strategy Consulting roles Proven ability to operate at VP level with senior stakeholder exposure globally Strong track record managing operations, workforce, and financials at scale Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment Experience creating and executing strategy in complex, global environments Strong influencing, communication, and organizational skills WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years.  Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers,