What we’re looking for: · Interest in assessing and implementing process improvement, efficiencies, and controls. · Effective communication skills - clear, concise, and proficient in articulating regulatory updates and information in a way that all levels can understand. · Strong analytical skills and critical thinking - understands how to break down a problem and suggest and implement a practical solution. · Strong ability to co-ordinate work with all levels of a Global team across multiple locations. · Ability to draw focus and influence decision-making at a management level. · Excellent attention to detail - effective in accurately detailing key process and control steps in multiple forms such as procedures, quick reference cards and process flows. · Understands the importance of maintaining completeness and accuracy of process and procedure documentation. · Ability to manage workload efficiently and effectively. · Effective problem-solving skills demonstrating initiative and creativity. · Escalates issues/concerns appropriately and in a timely manner. · Strong technical skills - Proficient in Excel in addition to PowerPoint and Word (Visio is also desired but not essential). · Desirable technical skills include - VBA, PowerBI, Tableau, Alteryx. We offer: · The opportunity to work in the Finance department of one of the world's top tier Financial Institutions and gain a first-hand insight into our business. · Professional development opportunities including access to Morgan Stanley's world-class internal training program. · Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement. · A supportive and vibrant diverse environment; we are inclusive of individual backgrounds and leverage them to foster our work environment and culture. · A balance between personal and professional lifestyles, including flexible working opportunities such as work from home arrangements. · High specification office space with leading technologies, collaborative working spaces and wellbeing facilities including an onsite fitness suite Flexible work statement: Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. Internal Applicants: Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically, you must be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation, mobility guidelines and policy on our employee portal by clicking here. Equal opportunities statement\: Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents. Finance Outsourcing Governance & Control (FOGC) – Change & Process Management Director Glasgow 3262333 This Director position is part of the Finance Outsourcing Governance & Control (FOGC) function within the Finance Division's Global Centralised Management organisation and is key to contributing to the execution the Firm's Deployment and Outsourcing strategy. This Global Finance FOGC team works closely with many levels of Stakeholder Management to ensure all applicable global outsourcing regulations and documentation requirements are adhered to. With increased regulatory focus and scrutiny around Outsourcing Governance, this Director role will tackle a diverse set of tasks that require key skills such as strong communication, documentation and attention to detail, critical thinking, and experience in developing and implementing new process controls and efficiencies. About Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. What will you be doing? · Lead change management efforts by providing guidance, support, and training to the impacted team members. · Leading a small change management team the candidate will provide coaching to junior member of the team. · Create tactical and strategic solutions to generate bandwidth. · Work with large data sets on automation and process simplification projects, including requirements gathering and performing testing activities. · Identify, analyse, and assess current operational processes within the Global FOGC team and develop and implement efficiencies leveraging modern automation and technical tools. · Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. · Manage and maintain the inventory of training materials, process flows, procedures and guidance materials to support change initiatives. · Collaborate with FOGC stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and establish plan and timelines for process enhancements. · Liaison between tech team and other business partners to workshop and implement the change initiatives. · Facilitate workshops, meetings, and training sessions to communicate changes and foster better understanding of new and existing controls, processes, and regulatory updates. · Monitor and evaluate the impact of process changes, identify areas for improvements and making recommendations for further enhancements. · Work closely with cross-location team members to distil alignment and integration of change initiatives. · Provide a foundation to connect multiple workstreams across the Global team and ensure key considerations are discussed and agreed as part of project scoping, closure and lessons learned communications. · Stay informed about industry, best practices, trends, and emerging technologies to finance and change management. · Manage agenda for specific project closure meetings, Global Manager meetings and maintain completeness and accuracy of the Global team deliverables calendar.