Investment Banking FIG Vice President Snr Associate

Morgan Stanley

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Division

Morgan Stanleys Investment Banking Division builds and maintains close relationships with corporations and governments around the world in order to provide both traditional and innovative solutions that meet their individual strategic and financial needs.

Morgan Stanleys Investment Banking Division is looking for a VP to join our UK Financial Institutions Group in London.

About The Team
Morgan Stanleys Financial Institutions Group (FIG) devises and executes innovative customised solutions to our Clients most challenging issues. The Groups clients comprise of leading European Financial Institutions such as Banks Insurances Asset Managers and Exchanges. The Group excels in domestic and international / cross-border transactions including acquisitions divestitures mergers joint ventures corporate restructurings recapitalisations spin-offs exchange offers equity & debt capital market transactions leveraged buyouts and takeover defences as well as shareholder relations.

About the Role
VPs work on assignments which include various types of different transactions (M&A capital markets) and business development projects while interacting directly with senior-level financial and strategic decision-makers at some of the worlds largest corporations as well as with smaller emerging growth clients. Responsibilities will include:
Managing and assisting in the execution of corporate finance transactions (including IPOs M&A strategic advisory).
Performing financial analysis strategic business analysis and detailed industry research.
Contributing to team discussions and client meetings.
Providing rapid and accurate market judgments to colleagues and clients.
Preparing and delivering client presentations in a clear and compelling manner.
Acting as a mentor and role model to Analysts; promoting team culture.
Working closely with senior bankers on the team and across other groups.

Your Qualifications
Top class Masters degree or overseas equivalent in or related to finance from a leading university
Relevant Investment Banking (corporate finance/M&A) experience or equivalent required
Familiarity with the FIG sector and landscape is required
Fluent in English
Strong analytical and modelling skills these are critical to success as an Associate
Knowledge of basic accounting and financial concepts; ability to analyse and value businesses
A positive highly motivated individual who exhibits strong leadership and management qualities
Strong understanding of professional ethics and regulatory environment
Demonstrate best in class professional integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
Strong work ethic and demonstrated commitment to excellence
Committed to delivery of highest quality work product; strong attention to detail
Proactive; self-motivated and goal oriented
Strong organizational skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
Strong team player able to work effectively in a team environment
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.

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