Global Outsourcing Control, Director (AVP equivalent)

London, England, United Kingdom

7/23/2025

Global Outsourcing Control, Director

London

JR017001

We're seeking someone to join our team as a Global Outsourcing Control - Director to ensure the integrity of the Firm's outsourcing activities, as well as implementing and enforcing consistent adherence to the Firm's TPRM Outsourcing framework. The job holder will work with TPPM and Morgan Stanley's Business Units to manage Third-Party risks and maintain all Third-Party arrangements in compliance with the Firm's internal policies, external rules, and relevant regulations on all aspects of Third Party risk management.

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 Third Party Risk Management, which specializes in identifying, analyzing, and managing risks presented to a company as a result of working with external parties / vendors.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What You’ll Do In The Role

• The role will be pivotal in ensuring the integrity of the Firm's outsourcing activities, as well as implementing and enforcing consistent adherence to the Firm's TPRM Outsourcing framework. The job holder will work with TPPM and Morgan Stanley's Business Units to manage Third-Party risks and maintain all Third-Party arrangements in compliance with the Firm's internal policies, external rules, and relevant regulations on all aspects of Third Party risk management.
• Develop a strong understanding of regulatory requirements as they relate to outsourcing and how the Firm must meet those requirements. Utilizing this, maintain and improve the Firm's TPRM outsourcing framework.
• Partner with regional Stakeholders to conduct thorough data validation of local inventory submissions against global datasets to ensure consistency and accuracy, as well as enhancing local processes and procedures, and alignment with global inventory tooling. Identify discrepancies and work with relevant teams.
• Review the definition of, and current implementation of, the Outsourcing rules, by analyzing data to assess adherence with both established outsourcing rules and external Regulations. Provide insights and recommendations based on data-driven assessments to improve processes.
• Perform data-driven assessments of inter-affiliate documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with current data, as well as drive the completion of the systemic migration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain reports that provide insights into the status of outsourcing activities and adherence levels. Present findings to stakeholders and suggest actionable improvements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvements in data validation and compliance assessment. Stay updated with industry best practices and incorporate them into the team's processes.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of the Firm's Third-Party operations, industry knowledge and regulatory changes
• Review and measure the Outsourcing framework / program, as well as the team's achievements against defined metrics to assess effectiveness
  
  

What You'll Bring To The Role

• At least 4 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role
• Experience working with global teams in a fast-paced environment with a demonstrated ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Experience in data analysis, and a strong proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau).
• Strong communication skills Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders and a proven ability to effectively interact with senior management
• Experience in Third Party risk management and a strong understanding of Third Party and the outsourcing regulatory landscape
• A demonstrated ability to think strategically, to build credibility and to influence key internal and external stakeholders
• Project management skills evidenced by a track record of success leading engagements or other problem-solving initiatives requiring coordination of cross-function team members with varied backgrounds and skills
• Experience participating in Third Party and outsourcing risk reviews for regulatory and/or internal audit
  
  

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 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Flexible work statement

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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.