Financial Planning Analyst at Morgan Stanley

POSITION SUMMARY Financial Planning Analysts provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) teams on a daily basis. As key members of the service team the Financial Planning Analyst position offers a unique opportunity to assist Financial Advisors (FA) teams with the use of firm-approved financial planning systems and engaging with clients.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues including Financial Planning Directors and other specialistsSupporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships through an exceptional client experience In conjunction with the FA/PWA/team participate in existing client and/or prospective client meetings to review financial plans representing the service lensUtilize the Firms financial planning tools and work with FAs/PWAs/teams to enhance client relationships and generate financial plansHelp build and establish a repeatable and scalable planning process for FAs/PWAs/team as a part of their book of businessAt the request of FA/PWA/team participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings to review financial plans representing the service lensProviding guidance and support to peers within the market assisting with financial planning support in an administrative capacity (e.g. tool usage) as neededRemaining current on all policies procedures and new platforms Participating in firm initiatives (e.g. training or education programs) special projects and/or other duties directed by local management particularly those relating to financial planningEDUCATION EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS: Education and/or Experience5 years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required4-year college degree or professional certification preferredActive Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) requiredComplete and maintain internal Financial Planning Specialist designation requirementsWillingness to obtain Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) designationKnowledge/Skills Knowledge of financial planningExcellent listening skillsKnowledge of financial services products including but not limited to equities bonds options mutual funds annuities insurance and managed accountsTechnically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platformsDetail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritizeExpert knowledge of basic personal computer MS Office and internet applicationsExceptional writing interpersonal and client service skills Strong time management skillsTeam player with the ability to collaborate with othersAbility to work in a fast-paced evolving environment Adaptable and ability to multi-taskGoal oriented self-motivated and results drivenReports to Business Service OfficerWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first doing the right thing leading with exceptional ideas committing to diversity and inclusion and giving back - arent just beliefs they guide the decisions we make every day to do whats best for our clients communities and more than 80000 employees in 1200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley youll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe please copy and paste into your browser.Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $68000 - $120000 per year at the commencement of employment. However base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package which depending on the position may also include commission earnings incentive compensation discretionary bonuses other short and long-term incentive packages and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.Morgan Stanleys 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).Required Experience:IC Key Skills Direct Sales,Administrative Skills,Logistics Distribution,Facilities Management,Civil Project Management,Asic Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 68000 - 120000