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

Firm Risk Management (FRM) supports Morgan Stanley in achieving 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. The role resides within the FRM Credit Risk Management department, part of the Hedge Funds coverage team in New York, responsible for the credit assessment and risk management of leveraged and non‑leveraged funds and product coverage for Morgan Stanley’s Traded Product and Securities Financing businesses, including Prime Brokerage and OTC cleared and exchange‑traded client activity. Primary Responsibilities Counterparty credit analysis – prepare in‑depth credit reviews for new clients, conduct annual reviews for existing clients, set credit limits, manage excesses, interpret portfolio stresses, compile recommendations, and determine credit ratings. Guide 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 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 (e.g., Prime Brokerage, Futures & Swaps Clearing) as product coverage by establishing and communicating risk appetite, identifying concentrations, and ensuring appropriate risk measurement and monitoring/reporting of appetite versus risk across Morgan Stanley legal entities. Maintain close dialogue with Sales and 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 to 10 years of experience managing counterparty credit risk to fund clients, and 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 verbal and written communication skills. 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 may 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‑term and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley‑sponsored benefit programs. Equal Opportunity Employment 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 Morgan Stanley