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POSITION SUMMARY

Business Development Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis.As key members of the service team, through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships.Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and their focus will be on delivering an exceptional client experience. In supporting Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams, this role will focus on assisting in all areas of service level business development including digital marketing, portfolio holdings and/or proposal tools and financial planning.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externally

Supporting the FA/PWA/team in cultivating and enhancing new and existing client relationships through an exceptional client experience

Assisting the FA/PWA/team in delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-ups

Assisting the FA/PWA/team in organizing around and executing against their business plan and strategies to support it, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants, Business Development Managers and Branch Management

At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executes against all clerical 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 FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients

At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems

At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens

Focusing with the FA/PWA/team and other business partners to optimize business practice efficiencies

Providing backup coverage for traditional registered or unregistered Client Service Associate responsibilities at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/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

Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management

Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:

Education and/or Experience

5+ years of work 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

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts

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:

Business Service Officer

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.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.