Credit Risk: ISG Counterparty, Hedge Funds : Job Level - Vice President

Overview Firm Risk Management supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by partnering with business units across the Firm to realize efficient risk‑adjusted returns, acting as a strategic advisor to the Board and protecting the Firm from exposure to losses as a result of credit, market, liquidity, model and other risks. Background on the Position: The role will reside within the Firm Risk Management’s Credit Risk Management department, a team dedicated to managing credit risk associated with Morgan Stanley’s traded products businesses. This role is within the Hedge Funds coverage team in New York, responsible for the credit assessment and risk management of the Firm’s business with leveraged and non‑leveraged funds and provides product coverage for Morgan Stanley’s Traded Product and Securities Financing businesses, including Prime Brokerage and bilateral OTC cleared and exchange traded client activity. Responsibilities Counterparty credit analysis – preparation of in‑depth credit reviews for new clients, annual reviews for existing clients, setting credit limits and effectively managing excesses, interpreting portfolio stresses, compiling recommendations and determining credit ratings. Guiding junior team members and credit officers in offshore locations to support credit analysis and product coverage. Lead due diligence meetings either by phone, at Morgan Stanley offices or at client premises to better understand the client’s business, risks and their requirements. Liaise with the documentation department to set credit conditions and parameters in trading documents including ISDAs, CSAs, FCM and PB agreements, GMRAs and GMSLAs. Support key Business Unit relationships (Prime Brokerage, Futures & Swaps Clearing, etc.) as product coverage by establishing and communicating risk appetite, identifying concentrations, and ensuring appropriate risk measurement and monitoring/reporting of appetite vs risk across MS legal entities. Close dialogue with Sales, Business Unit Risk Management for fund‑related requests, including transaction analysis, approval and determination of credit risk mitigation via limits and tiers. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7.5‑10 years of experience managing counterparty credit risk to fund clients, interacting with business partners and senior members of risk management. CFA, CAIA, or FRM certifications are recommended. In‑depth knowledge of credit risk in traded products. Strong analytical skills. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrable track record of handling multiple priorities and working under pressure. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Strong team player able to work effectively in a team environment. Compensation and Benefits Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $120,000 and $205,000 at the commencement of employment. Base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley‑sponsored benefit programs. Morgan Stanley is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. For more information, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co