Investment Management - IMA Specialist - VP/ED

Job Description

Investment Management - IMA Specialist - VP/ED London About Morgan Stanley Morgan 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 a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career -a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. Team Profile This unique role sits within a business function of MSIM (the Office of the Chief Operating Officer). The responsibilities of the team includes IMA business management and documentation, derivatives business management and documentation and governance and conflictsmanagement. Team-members will be responsible for documentation, negotiation and project-management matters, and will be the personnel in the first-line responsible for designing and implementing solutions to manage legal and other risks for supported businessareas. Primary Responsibilities The role will have a primary focus on providing general business support of the segregated account business within the EMEA region and negotiation of investment management agreements (IMAs) for the segregated account client base. The individual will be responsiblefor project managing the workload and maintaining/ developing relationships with key stakeholders (e.g. Client Relationship Management and Take-on teams, Legal & Compliance, Portfolio Management teams). Whilst the primary focus of this individual will be on the EMEA region, given the global nature of the IM business and of this team, team members will also be expected to support other geographical regions (including Asia-Pacific and the US) as required. Therewill also be opportunities for this individual to work on wider initiatives and documentation aspects relating to other aspects of the MSIM business. What were looking for: This is a dynamic position with broad responsibilities, ideal for a motivated, self-starting professional willing to help define the shape of this new role, whilst diving straight into a busy workload. Given the drafting and negotiation aspects of the role,the ideal candidate would be a qualified lawyer. Areas of expertise in a combination (but not necessarily all) of the following areas are desirable: - sound understanding of the asset management industry and knowledge of the client base of an institutional asset manager; - knowledge of investment management agreements and ancillary agreements and other commercial contracts with clients, distributors, intermediaries or other agents within the asset management sector; - a working knowledge of funds in general (and UCITS in particular); - a working knowledge or prior experience of derivative trading documentation (e.g. ISDA/ CSA, clearing agreements, futures documentation), repo and stocklending arrangements) is beneficial but not essential; - affinity with financial services regulation (including understanding of current regulatory framework relating to asset management (e.g. MIFID2)); and - PQE in a major law firm and/or in-house at a sell-side or buy-side financial institution. Any candidate should possess the skills and qualities normally present in lawyers with PQE with the above background. As this role sits within a business function, it is particularly suited for lawyers who are looking for a move into an exciting and evolvingbusiness role. The following qualities will be expected: • Professional maturity, confidence, presence and initiative • Good judgment and practical outlook; commercially-minded • Solid drafting and negotiation skills • Strong organizational skills • Good written and oral communication skills • Aptitude for risk and controls • Strong ability to influence outcomes and stakeholders Flexible work statement: Interested in flexible working opportunities Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. Equal opportunities statement: Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross sectionof the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individualsbased on their skills and talents.