Interest Rates Desk Strategist – Analyst/Associate
London

We are looking for an Analyst/Associate candidate in G10 Rates Desk Strategy (Sales & Trading). The team provides market insights, in-depth analyses on relevant themes and actionable trade ideas to clients and internal trading desks. The desk covers the entire spectrum of rates products from vanilla/exotic derivatives to cash, across DM rate markets.

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?

Generate ideas and opportunities for new and existing clients in response to relevant market themes and dislocations

Develop & maintain tools, quantitative metrics and signals for identifying trading opportunities

Establish/maintain a strong connection with various sales and trading desks. Communicate opportunities to sales & clients, with a view to generate flows for the rates business

Interact with various sales and trading desks to identify key flows and risks; work with these desks to efficiently recycle risk where possible

Interact with partners in other fixed income divisions (fx, credit, commodities) to identify opportunities to collaborate and cross-sell

What we’re looking for:

Strong analytical mindset, with ability to go in depth and provide differentiating analysis

Knowledge of various interest rate products, including vanilla/exotic derivatives

Keen interest in the financial markets, economics, market dynamics and have the desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Strong academic qualifications, ideally in Finance, Economics or STEM subjects

Proficient in programming

A commercial mindset and desire to collaborate and create strong partnerships with sales & trading and clients

Skills that will help you in the role:

Strong analytical skills along with a great attention to detail Programming skills, such as in Python and VBA An entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow the scope of the desk strategy team Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

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?

20 Bank Street, E14 4AD

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:

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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. #LI-KF1