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Exciting opportunity for a Advanced Specialist position within the Operations Division, supporting the Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) business. The role will be based in Dublin, and part of a broader EMEA Fund Administration team that is expanding to support the growth plans of MSIM’s Management Company business in Ireland (MSIM FMIL). The EMEA Fund Administration teams are based in London, Dublin and Mumbai and are responsible for oversight of third-party fund service providers.
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.
What will you be doing?
* Work closely with the investment team and administrators to ensure accurate books and records at all times.
* Support of the MSIM Vendor Management program for outsourced Fund vendors (including KPI, SLA, Legal contract & Fee Schedule reviews/negotiation, periodic on-site visits to assess service provider performance and adequacy of controls).
* Support the oversight of delegated activities to internal affiliated entities and compliance with Global Outsourcing Control program, including KPI monitoring, maintenance SLAs and annual due diligence
* Participation in regular Service Review Meetings of outsourced Fund service providers such as the Fund Administrator and Trustee / Depositary.
* Oversight of the production, review and approval of periodic Fund Financial/Regulatory reports (annual and semi-annual accounts, AIFMD Annex IV).
* Oversight of Fund annual audit and audit findings.
* Fund Expense Management Process (reviewing/approving fund expense invoices and oversight of Fund Expense Budgets/Accruals).
* Review of Incident Management (requires experience with managing NAV Errors / fund operational issues & risk management reporting).
* Fund Governance - Support preparation of Board materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings.
* Participation and execution of various Fund Change events (e.g. Fund/Share Class launches, mergers, closures, prospectus reviews, Foreign tax, new strategies, regulation change etc.).
* Relationship & query management with internal & external stakeholders (including Fund Administrators, Fund Depositaries & Fund Auditors).
What We're Looking For
* Candidates for consideration must demonstrate a detailed and thorough understanding of fund administration (including Fund Accounting, Custody, Depositary, Transfer Agent) for AIFMD European fund structures domiciled in Luxembourg and Ireland, in particular the ELTIF regime.
* Experience with Alternative Funds and Private Markets (Hedge Funds / Limited Partnerships etc, SPVS), carried interest/performance fee calculations and share capital management essential.
* A good understanding and knowledge of Exchange Traded Funds is beneficial.
* General funds business knowledge for e.g. Product Development, Legal and Compliance is also required.
Skills That Will Help You In The Role
* Strong communication (both verbal and written) and effective stakeholder management skills. Stakeholders include Legal, Compliance, Financial Controllers, Transfer Agent Management, Investment Management Operations, Client Services, Product Development and Sales and Marketing.
* Excellent time management skills including an ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy while managing various client related and internal deadlines.
* A detail-oriented self-starter able to work independently or as part of a team focused on exceeding clients’ expectations.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and experienced in various accountancy platforms.
* Fluency in another European language will constitute a competitive advantage.
* Business, Finance or Accountancy Degree (or other relevant professional qualifications).
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 89 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, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
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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.
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