ISDA Negotiator, Senior Manager, Fixed Income Division

Company Profile Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 41 countries. From the largest global institutions to innovative new hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market-making services in almost every type of financial instruments including stocks, bonds, derivatives, foreign exchange, and commodities. Our professionals provide liquidity and content to clients around the world, actively assessing and managing risk, trading securities, and planning and executing transactions in the fast-changing markets. As the needs of our clients become increasingly complex, we often develop customized solutions. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. Department Profile The Fixed Income Division is comprised of Interest Rate and Foreign Exchange Products, Credit Products, and Commodity Products and Distribution. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manages risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities business is a market leader across a broad range of commodities markets, with expertise in areas including client risk management, financing solutions and investor products Sales & Trading From the largest global institutions to innovative new hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market-making services in almost every type of financial instruments including stocks, bonds, derivatives, foreign exchange, and commodities. Our professionals provide liquidity and content to clients around the world, actively assessing and managing risk, trading securities, and planning and executing transactions in the fast-changing markets. As the needs of our clients become increasingly complex, we often develop customized solutions. Background on the Team Institutional Securities Documentation (ISD) is a global team based in several locations (including New York, London, Hong Kong, Budapest, Tokyo, Mumbai and Singapore) and the broader Mumbai ISD team works closely with each of the regional teams supporting the Fixed Income Division in the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific. We are looking for an individual to join the Mumbai ISD team supporting the Asia-Pacific region. Primary Responsibilities Provide support to the documentation negotiators in the team in relation to the preparation and negotiation of ISDA documentation, GMRA, Clear Derivatives Execution Agreement, Non-disclosure agreements and any ancillary documents required for OTC derivatives and repurchase transactions. Review and analyse legal documentation to determine capacity and authority to enter into OTC derivatives transactions and repurchase transactions. Identifying necessary documentation for the clients to trade securities or OTC derivatives and perform related due diligence scans. Actively participate in global team projects on initiatives such as risk management, regulatory-driven projects, etc. and ensuring timely execution and completion. Liaise with clients, business units, external legal counsel, risk management and other infrastructure groups within the firm (e.g. Operations, Tax, Credit, etc) throughout the negotiation process, including analyzing and presenting negotiation issues to relevant stakeholders. Understanding and adhering to established procedures. Communicating with clients and external counsel. Update internal systems regarding negotiation status, documentation database, project trackers, etc. Handle post-negotiation matters including arranging for signing, coordinating the filing of electronic documents and original documents, dispatching documents to counterparties, etc. Skills required Law graduate with experience/knowledge in financing/derivatives documentation. International work experience is preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills; be prepared to speak to clients (internal and external) at all times Proficiency in English is a must. Good team player. Solid quantitative skills and strong interest in business, economics and law. Willingness and ability to provide quality service to the Firm's clients and to promote and enhance the Morgan Stanley franchise. Willingness to work in dynamic environment and the ability to excel under pressure. Proficiency and interest in technology and systems .