Business Analyst – Compensation Reporting – Director (Hybrid)

We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Business Analyst, supporting the delivery of compensation analytics, reporting, and modelling capabilities across the global Rewards function. In the Human Capital Management division, we provide advice and insight to attract, retain, reward and develop a talented global workforce, giving employees the support and tools they need to succeed. This is a Director level position within the Compensation Operations team overseeing Compensation Technology and Operational Processes across the Rewards function. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world. Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on… What you’ll do in the role: * Act as a subject matter expert on the firm’s compensation management system, analytics tools, and compensation reporting capabilities * Support the maintenance of existing reports and respond to user queries related to compensation analytics * Design and deliver new compensation analytics dashboards within the system, based on user requirements and analysis of offline tools such as MS Excel and MS Access * Build strong relationships with compensation analysts to understand existing offline reporting and modelling practices * Design and implement modelling and scenario analysis capabilities within the compensation application * Partner closely with system users, Information Technology, and the wider data analytics function to deliver reporting enhancements * Participate in requirements gathering, creation of test scenarios, and validation of bug fixes related to system reporting * Contribute to system documentation and training materials to support end users * Assist with the operational support of the full compensation lifecycle, including monthly accruals, year‑end decision collection, and employee communication processes What you’ll bring to the role: * Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field * At least 6 years of experience in a reporting or analytics‑focused role * Proficiency in Power BI, MS Excel, and MS Access and/or SQL * Strong data analysis and data visualisation skills * Excellent analytical judgement with a high level of diligence and attention to detail * Strong communication, collaboration, and time management skills * Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation * Experience with reporting tools, compensation data, and system implementations is an advantage At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, data analytics, cloud engineering, cybersecurity and digital technologies. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office. Knowledge of French and English is required. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.