POSITION SUMMARY
Institutional Consulting Analysts provide exceptional service to our clients and support Institutional Consulting Directors (ICD) and their teams. The Institutional Consulting Analyst is an integral member of the Graystone Team. As a key member of the service team, in supporting the ICD/team, this role will focus on assisting in areas such as digital marketing, portfolio holdings and/or proposal tools, financial planning, reporting and analysis. The Institutional Consulting Analyst is also responsible for matters of technical policy and standards, presentation materials, and performance measurement for technically advanced accounts.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Service:
- Assisting the ICD/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups.
- Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or ICD/team such as executing money movement transactions, answering general non-investment related questions concerning client accounts, educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g., MS Online), accepting or entering unsolicited orders and/or entering solicited orders in a clerical capacity.
- Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms.
- In partnership with the ICD/team contributing in client/account presentations to provide updates, and information on investment managers.
Business Development Support:
- At the direction of ICD/team, executing against all administrative elements of digital and in-person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity.
- At the request of the client and/or ICD/team, preparing and reviewing various institutional client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients.
- At the request of the client and/or ICD/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems.
- At the request of ICD/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens.
- Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:
Education and/or Experience
- 5+ years of experience in a field relevant to the position required.
- Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred.
- Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required.
- Additional product licenses may be required.
- Willingness to obtain the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of financial services products and services, including but not limited to measuring performance of institutional clients’ portfolios.
- Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms.
- Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
- Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applications.
- Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills.
- Strong time management skills.
- Team player with the ability to collaborate with others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Adaptable and ability to multi-task.
- Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven.
Reports to:
Morgan 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).
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Version: 7/10/2024
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