POSITION SUMMARY:Registered Service Associates perform operational support and oversight on behalf of the Complex as well as general management support functions and special projects. The role is responsible for daily functions such as document maintenance, money movement, trade support and various approvals. The Registered Service Associate must have the ability to resolve problems using all available resources and escalate matters, as necessary.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:OPERATIONAL SUPPORT:Manage documents, including quality reviews for accuracy and completeness, scanning and electronic filingOversee and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, including opening, sorting, time stamping and distributing regular and/or overnight mail at multiple points throughout the dayPerform basic money movement functions such as check deposits, issuing checks and cash and securities transaction approvalsAssist with processing of trade adjustments and responding to operational alertsExecute actionable items upon review of delegated reports and requests to meet service level expectations in a timely mannerSupport the Service and Risk Management team in audit preparedness through ongoing monitoring of accounts and processes, ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirementsRemedy and/or escalate service breaks to management teamIf supervisory licenses are held – Possibility of supervisory responsibilities to be delegatedOTHER:Assist with special projects (e.g., recruit onboarding support)Identify Firm services and solutions that support clients' needs including secure, digital offerings like Morgan Stanley Online and Morgan Stanley Mobile including remote deposit capture featuresMaintain focus on evolving policy and platform changes, participating in training opportunities and conference calls as neededPerform various other administrative duties on behalf of the branch (e.g., telephone coverage, ordering supplies, facilities support)Serve as a resource to sales, service, risk and Home Office partners on behalf of Service ManagersOrganize and track progress against operational remediation projectsEducation and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma/EquivalencyCollege degree preferredActive Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)Knowledge/SkillsStrong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office productsExceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skillsDetail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasksTeam player with the ability to collaborate with othersAbility to work in a fast-paced, evolving environmentWillingness to obtain Series 9 and Series 10 (SU) for delegation of supervisory functionsReports To:Service ManagerMorgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).
