Morgan Stanley

Posting Date

Feb 16, 2024

Primary Location

Europe, Middle East, Africa-France-France-Paris

Job

Asset/Investment Management Full Time Vice President

Description

Investment Management - Fundlogic Physical Assets Portfolio Manager - Senior Associate/VP

The Physical Assets Portfolio Manager is a highly experienced investment professional operating at the Senior Associate or Vice President level that has a deep understanding of the physical replication strategies and their executions. The candidate must demonstrate a proven expertise and track record in portfolio implementation, execution and post execution operations activities.

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.

About Fundlogic

FundLogic SAS is an asset management company of the Morgan Stanley Group which was set up in Paris and approved by the French Regulator “AMF” in 2006. It is expert at structuring and managing systematic investments solutions such as index and strategy funds, ETFs or structured funds with or without capital protection. Part of Morgan Stanley’s Investment Management division (MSIM), FundLogic is committed to the creation of innovative investment solutions tailor-made to the needs of investors.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the day-to-day management of equities physical replication programs.
• Improvement & development of monitoring and reconciliation tools for the portfolios under management.
• External coordination with the various funds’ stakeholders (Fund administrators, Valuation agent, Custodian, Trustee, Auditors) and internally (middle office, risk management and legal services)
• Update of marketing & investment reporting.
• Identify areas to improve efficiency and risk control throughout the implementation process, as well as ongoing daily risks mitigation (e.g. maintaining up-to-date procedures, self-reporting errors and following all trade approval checks).
• Participate in onsite and external meetings (may require travel).
• Stay current on market developments and related literature particularly as it pertains to physical replication strategies.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Master’s degree in Finance/ Investments Management.
• Experience in physical replication.
• In-depth understanding of equities assets execution and ETFs.
• Expert knowledge of entire investment workflow and associated trading strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate successfully with minimal oversight.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Exercises business judgement and demonstrates strategic thinking.
• Proven ability to multi-task and work effectively and collaboratively in a high paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to travel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Bloomberg
• Fluency both oral and written in French and English
• AMF certification is a plus
• Organized and detail-oriented, with strong emphasis on time management, ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines
• Strong stakeholder management; excellent communication & influencing skills
• Ability to frame and communicate complex issues simply and concisely with various levels of management
• Ability to work independently and deliver on objectives with limited oversight
• Experience working in a role that requires establishment of strong working relationships across different time zones and cultures
• Trading across multiple equities and FX markets. Expertise in ETFs vehicles
• Experience in derivatives instruments trading (futures, swaps, options) would be looked up favourably

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:

This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Where will you be working?

This role will be based in either Paris or Dublin.

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 opportunities statement:

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.