Business Unit Management Director

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Business Manager to support the Head of Global Supplier Services on high-impact internal and external engagement activities and strategic initiatives. You will engage across the Firm and Functional leadership, Global COO and supporting teams to drive the agenda of the Head of Global Supplier Services. In the Corporate Services division, we empower our businesses by creating collaborative workplace solutions and commercial services that enhance the employee and client experience, while optimizing the value of our sourcing and third‑party lifecycle to enable the Firm to do‑and‑win business. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world. What you'll do in the role: Drive the development and preparation of agendas and materials for key engagements of the Head of GSS including travel, internal/external stakeholder meetings and Firmwide engagement events Collaborate with the leadership team of GSS to keep track of execution and delivery status on strategic priorities Engage with the Corporate Services Office of the COO to ensure financial management, people and administrative processes are executed effectively Drive the creation of strategic executive/client presentations and necessary communications Drive the collection and dissemination of materials and agenda for functional leadership meetings Establish strong relationships and partner with global function heads and peer COO functions Develop and drive governance activities including technology, risk, strategic priorities Foster BU engagement through strategic engagements and active stakeholder management Support branding and communication with internal constituents Actively manage key vendor and industry relationships through QBRs, KPIs, etc. What you'll bring to the role: 4-6 years of experience in a relevant position and industry Interest in financial institutions, organizational management, and strategy Articulate and persuasive written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills Outstanding interpersonal skills and sharp attention to detail Possess sound judgment and strong sense of integrity Thrive in a fast‑paced environment and can work effectively across multiple functions on multiple projects simultaneously Advanced proficiency in Microsoft suite of products particularly in PowerPoint and Excel Effective communicator (written and verbal) Willing collaborator that can partner with various colleagues within and outside the organization to drive change and make impact Ambition – someone that is willing to go the extra mile to ensure success Diligent – someone that will double check work to ensure accuracy, actively problem solve and require minimal direction 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. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste into your browser. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $130,000 and $183,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs. Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet). #J-18808-Ljbffr