Operational Resilience Testing Analyst

Morgan Stanley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Glasgow is seeking an Operational Resilience Testing Analyst. The role involves supporting the Firm Resilience Function and executing regulatory-compliant exercises. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in operational resilience within finance, strong communication and project management skills, and be adept in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Operational Resilience within a financial organisation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, including experience creating written presentations.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support operation of the Firm Resilience Function.
• Develop and execute resilience exercises in accordance with regulatory expectations.
• Maintain the Firm Resilience framework, including policies and procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing assessment of industry-wide best practices for resilience scenario testing.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership skills

Project management

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team player

Job description

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Department Profile

The Firm Resilience Function owns the identification and resilience for the Firm's key business services and coordinates operational resilience efforts across the Firm. Firm Resilience works with Legal and Compliance to interpret regulatory guidance on operational resilience and is responsible for advising Business Units on standards and implementation. The function also works with Regulatory Relations and the Business Units to review and respond to regulatory requests and prepare for regulatory exams touching on operational resilience. As a member of our team, you will be in a unique position to interact with people and teams globally across different businesses and functions, working on topics that have a direct impact on the operational stability of the Firm.

Core Responsibilities

• Support operation of the Firm Resilience Function including:
• Develop and execute resilience exercises in accordance with regulatory expectation
• Maintain the Firm Resilience framework, including policies, procedures and program plans
• Stay up to date on relevant regulatory guidance and its application to Firm Resilience
• Contribute to ongoing assessment of industry wide best practice for resilience scenario testing
• Maintain sufficient understanding of Firm Resilience strategy to recognize opportunities for continuous improvement
• A successful candidate will be expected to become a subject matter expert, contribute to projects and initiatives, develop and implement process improvements and become a key point of contact for a wide range of internal stakeholders

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in Operational Resilience within a financial organisation including execution of scenario exercises
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, including experience creating written presentations.
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, cross‑functional and administrative skills
• Accustomed to working in a fast‑paced environment
• Commitment to delivery of highest quality work product
• Ability to effectively prioritise and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Excellent team player who is proactive, positive, self‑motivated and goal‑oriented

What 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 – 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.

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.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Quality Assurance

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