EMEA Syndicate Operations Trades Specialist - AVP

EMEA Syndicate Operations Trades Specialist - AVP Job Number: 3240015Posting Date: Aug 2, 2023Primary Location: Europe, Middle East, Africa-United Kingdom-United Kingdom-LondonEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeJob: OtherEmployment Type: Full TimeJob Level: Director DescriptionThis position is for a senior business facing role within the EMEA Syndicate Operations team. We providelogistical support to the EMEA Global Capital Markets (GCM) department in all their equity and fixedincome new issuance activity. GCM is one of the firm’s most critical, dynamic, and strategic business’undertaking high value, high focus transactions. These include both Primary IPO share offerings, PrimaryDebt offerings and Secondary sourced business such as large block sales and follow-ons. The team coversall European and MENA markets on transactions that are often complex with initial listings on Exchangesand primary settlement of securities. The successful candidate will be expected to act as a designate ‘dealcaptain’ on trades providing technical and specialized operational support for the successful closing oftransactions. This entails extensive interaction with external counterparties such as legal counsel, CentralSecurities Depositaries (CSD), local market agents and banking counterparts amongst. Additionally, theindividual will be responsible for extensive front to back transactional coordination with internalOperations stakeholders and other division such as Corporate Treasury and Sales and Trading during thelifecycle of a deal. Given the specialized and the high-profile nature of the functions covered, the role isaimed at a Director/ AVP level candidate.The role is on the private side of firm business as, by their nature, the transactions supported ofteninvolve confidential/ private sensitive information and the team sits in the segregated GCM department.Although the role involves autonomy as ‘deal captain’ the team all work closely together providing eachother support and coverage throughout the pre-launch and closing of transactions – teamwork is key tothe success of the department. The EMEA Syndicate Operations team consists of seven full-time staff inLondon and four in Frankfurt responsible for Operational and accounting functions for EMEA Equity GCMproducts. The role is open due to external mobility. About Morgan StanleyMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking,securities, investment management and wealth management services.As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share acommon set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superiorfoundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. Aphilosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. What will you be doing?-Deal Management –You will be responsible acting as a lead on GCM transactions providing subjectmatter expertise around the lifecycle of GCM transactions- pre-launch of a deal through to closing. Theseinclude IPOS, Follow Ons, Convertible Bonds and Secondary Offerings.-Technical Expertise – You will be required to leverage advanced knowledge of the EMEA markets andclearing systems as well as the mechanics of settling Equity (including, Shares, Convertible Bond, and GDRproducts) and Debt products.-Risk Management. As the role involves exposure to the Firm’s largest and most important clients,including Governments, SPVs, Private Equity and Wealth Management and the global GCM franchise hasa best-in-class reputation, you must therefore be able to demonstrate an excellent awareness of risk, andan ability to ensure the Firm is always protected. Timely escalation of issues is expected.-Client Liaison – You will be involved in direct liaison and interaction, often at senior levels, with ourinternal clients such as the Investment Banking Division /GCM, Corporate Finance, Legal & Compliance aswell as our external clients including issuing companies, selling shareholders, Legal Counsel, and marketcompetitors.-Leadership and Change Management. The Global Syndicate organization is investing in significant changeprojects over the next 2-3 years focused on eliminating, manual processes, risk management andgovernance and creation of capacity. You will be part of the Run the Bank team help assessimplementation and run UAT testing.-Control & Reconciliation – You will have supervisory oversight of the control framework includingreconciliation of accounts, quality assurance and sample checking QualificationsWhat we’re looking for:- Prior experience in a Trade Support/middle office or Settlement Role- Extensive experience and knowledge of EMEA markets – including clearing and settlement- Regulatory and Capital Market Knowledge- Strong Equity Product knowledge- Experience of Primary market transactions – not essential Skills that will help you in the role:- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal- Strong organizational skills, with ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills- Ability to manage pressure and time-sensitive business demands- Ability to mitigate risk and know when to escalate risks and issues to senior management- Ability to interact effectively with global colleagues and team- Ability to lead and co-ordinate teams to achieve a defined objective- Self-motivated and conscientious Where will you be working?You will be working the Morgan Stanley London HQ based in Canary Wharf and based in a private sidesegregated area. The team sits directly with the GCM Business Unit in a dynamic environment.Flexible work statement:Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greaterfreedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find outmore. Equal opportunities statement:Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusiveenvironment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce iscomprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which weoperate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strongcommitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, andadvancing individuals based on their skills and talents. Internal Applicants:Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically, youmust be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for anotherjob at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation, mobility guidelines andpolicy on our employee portal by clicking here.