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About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, the firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals. Committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have always defined the firm and everything it does is guided by its core values.

Your role

The Fixed Income division is comprised of interest rate and currency products, credit products, and distribution. Professionals in the division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The commodities division is a market leader across a broad range of commodities markets, with expertise in areas including client risk management, financing solutions, and investor products Sales and Trading.

Roles and responsibilities

• Provide support to the documentation negotiators in the team by preparing amendment agreements, reviewing, and analyzing legal documentation to determine capacity and authority to enter Over the Counter (OTC) derivatives transactions, preparing sign-off sheets, etc.
• Actively participate in global team projects on initiatives such as risk management, regulatory-driven projects, etc., and ensure timely execution and completion.
• Assist in updating internal systems regarding negotiation status, documentation database, project trackers, etc.
• Handle post-negotiation matters including arranging for signing, coordinating the filing of electronic documents and original documents, dispatching documents to counterparties, etc.

Training & development 

On joining, you will go through a training program that covers business process and systems training, gain hands-on experience and you’ll collaborate with industry leaders and innovators who will guide and support you, as you forge a path to success.

Benefits

The internship will benefit you in the following ways:

• Hands-on experience
• Learning opportunities
• Networking
• Competitive compensation
• Inclusive environment
• Exposure to global projects.

Career progression

Morgan Stanley offers a dynamic and multifaceted environment that requires individuals to work closely with colleagues across various functions and the Business Unit in onshore regions. You will get to work with extremely talented peers in a meritocratic team-oriented culture. You will have the opportunity to network with industry people during events, you can build your relationship, and position yourself for career opportunities down the road.

Work-life balance

Regarding work-life balance, Morgan Stanley adheres to a typical Monday to Friday schedule from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. IST, but they provide flexibility for time-sensitive tasks, including Indian public holidays. Employees can enjoy flexible working hours, including the option to work from home. Morgan Stanley maintains a five-day workweek, with an average of 55 working hours.

Culture & vibe  

Morgan Stanley is differentiated by the caliber of its diverse team. The culture of access and inclusion has built its legacy and shaped its future, helping to strengthen the business and bring value to clients. Following a corporate culture in which everyone feels they belong is fundamental to its role as a global leader constantly striving for excellence in all that it does.

About you

The requirements for the role are :

• Law students currently studying in the 2nd year of the 3-year LLB course or the 3rd year/4th year of the 5-year LLB course.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Good team player.
• Strong quantitative skills and a strong interest in business, economics, and law.
• Willingness and ability to provide quality service to the Firm's clients and to promote and enhance the Morgan Stanley franchise.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic environment and the ability to excel under pressure.
• Proficiency and interest in technology and systems development.
• Organized, pro-active, able to multitask and work efficiently, detail-oriented, and self-sufficient.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click on the "Apply on employer site" button, which navigates to the career section where the application can be filled out and submitted directly.

Sources

The following source was used in researching this page:

• Morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/perks-benefits-working-at-morgan-stanley
• Youtube.com
• Ambitionbox.com/reviews/morgan-stanley-reviews.