Financial Planning Analyst*

POSITION SUMMARY The Morgan Stanley Financial Planning Analyst position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with Financial Advisors to provide in-depth insight into wealth planning strategies for the firm's clients. In this role, the Financial Planning Analyst will utilize Morgan Stanley's innovative planning tools to drive goals-based Wealth Management for Financial Advisors and their clients. In partnership with Morgan Stanley's Financial Planning Directors and Wealth Advisor Associates, this position will play a key role in assisting Advisors with incorporating sophisticated solutions into a client's financial picture to meet their long-term objectives.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Generate financial plans for clients utilizing Morgan Stanley's state-of-the art Wealth Planning Solutions Leverage and action information acquired during Financial Planning and client discovery conversations with Financial Advisor Assist Financial Advisors with helping their clients articulate their financial goals within the context of their investment strategy Maintain and monitor client status against existing financial plans Partner with Wealth Advisor Associates (WAA) and Financial Planning Directors on training, tools, etc. Drive goals-based wealth management strategy with Financial Advisors and their clients Coordinate with firm specialists to ensure the team is leveraging all relevant firm initiatives Leverage Financial Planning tools to drive Net Acquired Assets (NAA) growth Complete proprietary training in wealth planning disciplines, investment strategies, and product suitability Actively engage in other available training and education programs, including firm strategic priorities and professional development, and stay current on policies, procedures and new platforms Regularly seek opportunities to use firm resources for peer sharing and collaborating with Financial Advisors Proactively participate in firm initiatives directed by local management EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS: Education and/or Experience 5+ years of work experience in a field relevant to the position required Bachelor's degree or professional certification preferred Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) Complete and maintain internal Financial Planning Associate designation Willingness to obtain CFP and/or CPWA designation Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of Financial Planning and product knowledge preferred Knowledge of applicable compliance rules and regulations and firm policies Exemplary communication, presentation, time-management and organizational skills Proficient at listening to client needs and skillfully constructing tailored financial solutions Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products Team player with the ability to collaborate with others Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment Reports to Business Service Officer Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50,000 - $105,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

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