MSIM- Product Specialist- Mortgage & Securitized Associate

Job Description Morgan Stanley Investment Management ("MSIM"), together with its investment advisory affiliates, operates in 26 countries with $1.9 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of March31,2026. Team Overview The Mortgage & Securitized Team manages over $45 billion in assets, including more than $24 billion in dedicated securitized strategies as of March31,2026. The team invests across a broad spectrum of global securitized assets, including agency and non‑agency residential mortgage‑backed securities, commercial mortgage‑backed securities, asset‑backed securities, and other structured credit sectors. Role Overview The Fixed Income Product Specialist will join the Mortgage & Securitized team to support the Institutional Portfolio Managers and investment team across the team’s funds, separately managed accounts, and pooled vehicles. This role will also support the firm’s $20billion Strategic Income strategy and help translate portfolio positioning, performance and market developments into clear internal and client‑facing materials. Responsibilities Monitor and summarize market developments, economic releases and portfolio activity across Mortgage & Securitized strategies for internal use and inclusion in client materials. Draft and update client portfolio review materials and market commentary in partnership with the Institutional Portfolio Managers, 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 2–5 years of experience in asset management, investments, product, research, client service, or a related role. Working knowledge of fixed income markets; familiarity with securitized assets, corporate credit or emerging markets debt 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 technical skills: Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Morningstar Direct, eVestment, Bloomberg preferred. Bachelor’s degree required. CFA or progress toward CFA strongly preferred. FINRA Series7 & 65/66 preferred. Who You Are Take accountability and ownership for deliverables, with a focus on accuracy and long‑term value creation. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and sound judgment when working with sensitive information. Collaborate well across teams and functions to help deliver timely, high‑quality outcomes. Bring a continuous improvement mindset and look for ways to streamline processes and enhance materials. Engage and contribute to team culture and broader firm initiatives, as appropriate. Commit to learning, seek feedback and develop product expertise over time. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr 15 MS Investment Mgmt., Inc.