Performance Attribution Analyst - Parametric

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 more than 41 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit

Parametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors, institutions, and consultants to build portfolios focused on what's important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years, we help investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs.

We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients' core holdings.

This role is part of Parametric's hybrid working model, which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week.

The Analyst, Performance Attribution is primarily responsible for performance analytics for external distribution. The position will require teamwork and collaboration with multiple departments. The role is focused on providing exceptional client service through timely and accurate analysis and reporting.

• Prepare quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc performance attribution analysis for institutional and r wealth management clients, and marketing materials.
• Coordinate commentary with portfolio managers.
• Perform detailed peer review of deliverables.
• Manage the timely and accurate delivery of all requests.
• Investigate portfolio specific inquiries.
• Contribute to integration efforts to consolidate and harmonize attribution reporting across various Parametric and MSIM business lines.
• Play an active role in ensuring and improving data integrity/quality.
• Develop a specialized knowledge of all relevant Parametric products and strategies.
• Uphold department reputation through professionalism, accuracy, responsiveness, and commitment to client service.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the firm's structure, key personnel and organizational policies and procedures, in addition to a functional knowledge of a professional services environment.
• Assume other responsibilities as required.

• 4-year degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a quantitative field.
• 2+ years of industry experience.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of both traditional asset management and alternatives investments (derivatives, fixed income, cash equities, mutual funds, hedge funds, private equity).
• Understanding of basic accounting principles - ability to interpret performance impact of various transactions and corporate actions.
• Asset management performance calculation knowledge.
• Understanding of attribution theory and practice.
• Possess excellent communication and organizational skills and be able to handle a heavy, deadline-oriented workload.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including designing, creating, and maintaining complex spreadsheets, power queries, reports, and charts.
• High attention to detail and strong sense of urgency.
• Must possess a high level of initiative.
• Familiarity with Fact Set, Bloomberg, Barra, and other analysis tools is a plus.
• Python, SQL, data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) desired.
• Ability to think strategically and build on system capabilities.
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to excel independently and in ambiguous situations.
• Ability to maintain productivity and strong work ethic under minimal supervision.

Parametric believes each member of our organization makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties and qualifications. It is our expectation that every member of our team will offer his/her/their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our…