We’re seeking someone to join our team as an  Associate to play a key role of leading the transformation and change management in the Data Distribution team.

In the Human Resources division, we provide advice and insight to attract, retain, reward and develop a talented global workforce, giving employees the support and tools, they need to succeed. This is an Associate level position within the HR Data Distribution team, which is accountable for the project delivery of a strategic, multi-year initiative to transform the data distribution platforms.

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:

• Partner with HR and Technology teams to create functional specifications for ongoing changes made to the data ecosystem
• Work closely with peers and stakeholders to access, pull, clean and analyze data from a variety of systems
• Document business processes for data entry/updates made in various systems and consult with technical developers to design the integration solutions between systems
• Write user/sprint stories that will be relied upon by workstream to understand how the data is processed and transformed
• Conduct fit-gap analysis for existing data consumers and vendor reporting products against requirements to execute change management processes
• Partner with Technology and HR testers to help design their functional and system testing strategy and develop test cases for new system functionality
• Conduct verification and investigation activities to research data issues and work closely with IT towards remediation
• Function as a Relationship Manager, engage stakeholders to ensure delivery timelines are met
• Build excellent work relationships with different teams globally
• Effectively develop communication channels, set up meeting agenda and document outcomes.
• Testing and analysis on large data sets
• Understand downstream consumer's data requirements, perform analysis, impact assessment, and mitigate any impediments
• Be involved in BAU activities to ensure the data platform is working efficiently
• Manage annual attestations with downstream ensuring compliance to the data management policies
• Provide training and support to HR staff on data management practices and system

What you'll bring to the role: 

• At least 4 years' relevant experience with strong process, data, and systems understanding.
• Have a good understanding of HR Data and systems, Data warehousing concepts and Data structures from a functional standpoint
• Functional knowledge of Workday, PeopleSoft, or other HR, HRIS, HCM systems
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; proven ability to work in a team environment with the ability to operate independently.
• Confident communication skills (strong written and verbal English) and ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels in the organization.
• Aptitude for learning new systems and technologies.
• Should have worked on system migration/transformation projects.
• Advanced Microsoft office skills, excel, PowerPoint, Visio etc.
• General knowledge of end-to-end project management lifecycle

 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.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident  through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.