We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Real Estate Planning Analyst supporting Real Estate Solutions (RES) within its Real Estate Transformation and Strategic Insights function.  This function is central to the global team and critical to its overall success.  You will collaborate with RES colleagues to drive key initiatives critical to the long-term success of the global organization. 

In the Corporate Services division, we empower our businesses by creating collaborative workplace solutions and commercial services that enhance the employee and client experience, while optimizing the value of our sourcing and third-party lifecycle to enable the Firm to do-and-win business. This is a Director level position within the Corporate Real Estate, which is responsible for overseeing the management, workplace design and leasing activities of the Firm's properties. May also include the purchasing of properties and all related responsibilities. 

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.  

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on… 

What you’ll do in the role: 

•    Provide cross-departmental support to the Real Estate Governance functions (government incentives, post-acquisition service integration, divisional space demand, etc)
•    Develop in-depth knowledge of the business and collaborate with RES functions (Real Estate Transactions, Workplace Design & Experience, Capital Projects, Property Services, etc.) to drive operational effectiveness and efficiency
•    Program manage select, high value initiatives ensuring successful and timely outcomes
•    Conduct business analysis on key indicators and metrics and produce associated reporting
•    Assist with the creation, review and editing of strategic materials, communications and presentations
•    Conduct research and analysis to develop strategic insights to inform business decisions 

What you’ll bring to the role: 

•    Bachelor's degree 
•    At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role
•    Strategic Planning – ability to align real estate decisions with the company’s long term goals
•    Business/Financial Acumen – strong analytical skills to perform cost benefit analysis, return on investment (ROI) calculations and budgeting
•    Project Management - experience managing projects, meeting deadlines and stakeholder management
•    Technology Proficiency – leveraging technology to organize data and develop executive management reports. Intermediate/Advance skills in Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
•    Strong communications skills – written, verbal and presentation to management

What you can expect from Morgan Stanley:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. Our Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team, while our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. 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.

At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. There’s ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.  

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.

All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.