EMEA Rates Strategy Research Associate

Overview

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.

Department Overview

Morgan Stanley Investment Research is one of the financial industry's dominant thought leaders in equity and fixed income investing. Our analysts, economists, and strategists have earned this reputation through timely, in-depth analysis of companies, industries, markets, and the world’s economies. Our teams collaborate to assist Morgan Stanley clients with investment decisions, using cash and derivative instruments across major asset classes and geographies.

What will you be doing?

The European Interest Rate Strategy team is seeking a candidate to join the team in London to focus on European interest rate and/or European inflation markets, including both cash and derivative markets. This is an exciting opportunity to develop skills related to fixed income and market analysis. The candidate will be able to take part in all stages of the research process – including idea generation, data analysis, report writing and interaction with clients. The role will also involve maintenance and development of the various analytical tools and models produced by the team for clients.

What we’re looking for

• Macro and Rates Research experience is essential.
• An undergraduate or master’s degree in quantitative/finance/economic related subjects.
• Strong interest in the financial markets with excellent quantitative and analytical skills, and experience with Excel, statistical packages and/or Python.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and interact effectively with other research, sales and trading teams across the firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity, focus and creativity, and a keen research instinct with creative problem-solving abilities.

What you can expect from Morgan Stanley

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what’s best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

Regulatory and Flexible Work

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.