Internal Audit Director - First Line of Defense, Non-Financial Risk Audit Team

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Director to execute Auditor-in-Charge responsibilities for the First Line of Defense Non-Financial Risk audit team.The Internal Audit Division (IAD) drives attention and resources to vulnerabilities by providing an independent and well-informed view and impactful messages about the most important risks facing our Firm. This is accomplished by performing a range of assurance activities to independently assess the quality and effectiveness of Morgan Stanley’s system of internal control, including risk management and governance systems and processes. IAD serves as an objective and independent function within the Firm’s risk management framework to foster continual improvement of risk management processes. This is a Director level position within Business Audit, which is responsible for inspecting controls in front, middle and back offices.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.Location: New York, NY (4x per week in office)What you'll do in the role:Help identify risk and impact to relevant coverage area to prioritize areas of focusExecute and lead aspects of assurance activities (e.g., audits, continuous monitoring, closure verification) to assess risk and formulate a view on the control environmentFacilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks, their impact and how well they are managed in a clear, timely and structured mannerAssist in managing multiple deliverables in line with team prioritiesSolicit and provide feedback and participate in formal and on-the-job training to further develop self and peersAssess 1LOD NFR governance, oversight and control execution across business units to identify cross-business themes, emerging risks and areas requiring management attention.Use continuous monitoring and stakeholder engagement to develop a forward-looking view of 1LOD NFR risks across ISG, WM, IM and U.S. Banks.What you'll bring to the role:Understanding of business line and key regulations relevant to coverage areaStrong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes (e.g., risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting and continuous monitoring)Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform point of viewAbility to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints and adapt messaging accordinglyA commitment to practicing inclusive behaviorsExperience auditing or assessing non-financial risk, operational risk, controls governance or first-line risk management within financial servicesAbility to synthesize process, data and stakeholder inputs into clear, risk-based conclusions that support audit planning, reporting and continuous monitoring.Ability to build credible stakeholder relationships across business, risk and control functions to support effective challenge and risk-based audit coverage.At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role Relevant certifications (i.e., CIA, CPA, CFA, CIDA, SIE, Series licenses, etc.) preferredWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 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 $108,000 and $154,500 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 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.Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.For more information, please visit: .Employment Type:Full timeJob Level:ProfessionalPosted Date:Jul 15, 2026ATS Job Description Test:Department:Business Audit