MSIM- Product Specialist- Leveraged Loans- Associate/ Senior Associate

The Fixed Income Product Specialist will join the Leveraged Loan team to support the Client Portfolio Manager and investment team across the team’s funds, separately managed accounts, and pooled vehicles. This role will help translate portfolio positioning, performance and market developments into clear internal and client-facing materials and will contribute to ongoing business support activities such as reporting, competitive/market analysis and RFP/RFI responses. Client interaction will be in support of senior team members. Responsibilities Monitor and summarize market developments, economic releases and portfolio activity across Leveraged Loan strategies for internal use and inclusion in client materials. Draft and update client portfolio review materials and market commentary in partnership with the Client Portfolio Manager, leveraging investment team inputs, internal attribution data and external sources. Support consultant and client coverage by preparing meeting materials, maintaining standard messaging and following up on information requests under the direction of senior team members. Coordinate internally with Distribution, Legal, Risk, Compliance and Operations teams to support onboarding, ongoing account maintenance and reporting needs. Conduct competitor analysis and market research to support positioning, product knowledge and responses to stakeholder inquiries. Manage data, performance metrics and due diligence content required for RFPs/RFIs and other business support requests; help ensure timely and accurate completion. Requirements 3–7 years of experience in asset management, investments, product, research, client service, or a related role. Working knowledge of fixed income markets; familiarity with leveraged loans and/or CLOs is a plus. Strong writing, editing and data-driven storytelling skills; comfort presenting internally and contributing to client materials. Highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented; able to meet deadlines and multiple requests in a fast-paced environment. Interest in levered credit and enthusiasm for developing deeper product expertise over time. Strong analytical skills and resourcefulness to efficiently solve problems and synthesize information. Familiarity with performance, attribution and risk concepts (or the ability to learn quickly); strong Excel/PowerPoint skills preferred. Who You Are Takes accountability and ownership for deliverables, with a focus on accuracy and long-term value creation. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and sound judgment when working with sensitive information. Collaborates well across teams and functions to help deliver timely, high-quality outcomes. Brings a continuous improvement mindset and looks for ways to streamline processes and enhance materials. Engaged and willing to contribute to team culture and broader firm initiatives, as appropriate. Committed to learning, seeking feedback and developing product expertise over time. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $100,000 and $160,000 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 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: #J-18808-Ljbffr Morgan Stanley