Commodities Trade Support, Director (AVP) | Singapore, SG

Commodities Trade Support, Director (AVP)

We're seeking someone to join the Commodities Trade Support team in Asia Branch Operations who will be responsible for trade capturing, processing trade lifecycle events, reconciling, monitoring and resolving trade exceptions for Commodities business. The role will also involve resolving and escalating trade related queries and issues, in conjunction with regional trade support teams. The individual will engage directly with the sales and trading desks based in Singapore. The individual will report to the team manager based in Singapore. In the Operations division, we partner with business units across the Firm to support financial transactions, devise and implement effective controls and develop client relationships, driving strategic automation solutions by embracing a transformation mindset and challenging the status quo. This is a Team Specialist position at Director level within Product Support & Services, which is responsible for providing transaction support and managing post execution processes. Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals. Interested in joining a team that's eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on.

What you'll do in the role:

1. Serve as a subject matter expert within functional area, working with Team Manager to manage processes, risks and/or projects, proposing and implementing improvements/changes
2. Act as key problem solver for area of expertise, applying detailed knowledge to address unique or novel situations, recognise risks and draw out key issues
3. Coordinate work, train and develop other team members where required, including task allocation, and project contribution
4. Timely and accurate trade capture and checkout
5. Resolve trade discrepancies with counterparties by liaising with trading, sales and relevant teams
6. Monitor and process trade lifecycle events
7. Control, reconcile, and resolve the trade processing exceptions
8. Drive operational readiness for new business initiatives
9. Providing back up support and coverage for other functional teams in Singapore Asia Branch Operations

What you'll bring to the role:

1. Ability to lead by example, work with drive and determination, and put forward challenging views to senior levels
2. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of functional area and operational/compliance policies and procedures of their team
3. Ability to operate independently across the majority of day-to-day responsibilities
4. Culture carrier across Operations, embracing the Firm's core values and acting as a role model
5. At least 4 years' relevant experience with global investment bank, with Commodities trade support experience
6. Good understanding of Commodities products, business and operational knowledge
7. Strong record of dealing with sales / traders and clients
8. Ability to perform in the fast paced environment on trading floor
9. Effective problem solving skills

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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 section of 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 individuals based on their skills and talents.