Solutions & Multi-Asset Associate

Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 714 investment professionals around the world and $665 billion in assets under management or supervision as of June 30, 2020. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.

Team Summary

• The Solutions & Multi-Asset (S&MA) team manages ~$76bn with over 100 investment professionals globally
• S&MA includes seven investment teams capturing multi-asset class strategies, tactical asset allocation, hedge funds, private markets, quantitative equity, managed futures and impact investing
• Within S&MA, the Portfolio Solutions Group (PSG) manages ~$17bn in custom multi-asset portfolios on behalf of institutions and high-net-worth individuals worldwide
• PSG specializes in the discretionary management of portfolios allocating across traditional and alternative asset classes, including the use of open architecture implementation via third parties strategies

Role

• Member of the Portfolio Solutions Group
• Responsible for specific investment research coverage, advising portfolio managers on asset allocation and investment selection
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative due diligence on investment opportunities with a focus on real estate within a multi-asset investment framework
• Due diligence activity includes macro-economic analysis, sector assessments, and implementation selection via commingled vehicles and co-investments
• Support the production of thematic investment content for existing and prospective clients
• Contribute to client review activity and new business development, including coordinating with the global distribution team on all PSG business activities. *LI-SG1

Qualifications:

Skills Required

• Degree educated or equivalent (post graduate qualifications are positive)
• CFA / CAIA is advantageous
• Previous multi manager real estate experience in a multi-asset portfolio context (at least 3 years)
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and strong numerical skills (programing experience advantageous) *LI-SG1