FSL Underwriter - London, United Kingdom - Morgan Stanley

Description

FSL Underwriter, Associate
London

The Fixed Income Division (FID) is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products, Securitized Products, and Municipal Securities.

Professionals in the Division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets.

Morgan Stanley's Deleveraging and Lending Group (DLG) focuses on traditional Commercial Real Estate as well as Warehouse lending for mortgage and consumer loan pools, and other asset backed financing within the Securitized Products Group (SPG).

This is an expanding business within Fixed Income being recognized for providing traditional and innovative financing techniques, helping a wide range of clients throughout Europe to execute their business strategy.

We are currently seeking interested Associate level candidates to join our DLG team based in London.

Successful candidates will be expected to underwrite loans working closely with clients and senior members of the team in London.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

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.

We 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.

What will you be doing?

The successful addition to the Deleveraging and Lending Group will have a wide range of responsibilities and will be expected to manage, and be involved in, the full process of sourcing, underwriting and executing financing transactions backed by portfolios of mortgage and real estate assets.

Duties will include and not be limited to:

• Underwriting and structuring the financing of performing and non-performing mortgage and residential real estate portfolios.
• Establishing and maintaining appropriately targeted client relationships and differentiating Morgan Stanley through proprietary content over time.
• Review of transaction documentation with legal counsel and negotiation of commercial terms.
• Ensuring efficient interaction and close collaboration with key stakeholders across the firm and globally
• Liaising with various internal functions to facilitate internal approval of transactions, including credit committee presentations

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Strong academic background coupled with minimum 3 years of professional experience and track record of success in real estate, securitized products or financial institutions.
• Experience with private equity and hedge fund clients
• Strong understanding of the ABS market and experience in real estate lending, structured finance or investment banking
• Strong analytical and modelling skills - proficiency in MS Excel and Intex
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented; team player with add value ethos

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:

This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Where will you be working?

• Canary Wharf, excellent transport links, on site cafes, restaurants, dry cleaners, gym.

Flexible work statement:

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements.

Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.


Internal Applicants:
Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential.

Typically, you must be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm.

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Equal opportunities statement:
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.