OTC Valuation - Senior Associate - ISG Operations

OTC Valuations, Senior Associate, ISG Operations We are seeking a Senior Associate with strong expertise in OTC derivatives to support the pricing of complex instruments traded by hedge fund clients. The role primarily involves sourcing and validating valuations using third-party platforms and analytics tools, ensuring accuracy and consistency across asset classes. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to ongoing projects aimed at enhancing valuation workflows and system integration. Established in 2004, Morgan Stanley Fund Services (MSFS) is a global business within the Institutional Equities Division(IED), providing fund administration services for over $700 billion in assets across 350+ hedge funds, private equity, and large family office clients. Our best‑in‑class offering spans accounting and investor services, portfolio analytics, middle‑office functions, regulatory and financial reporting, and tax services. MSFS operates with a global team of 1,400+ professionals across New York, London, Glasgow, Dublin, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hong Kong. Joining MSFS offers a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous learning, innovation, and meaningful impact for our clients and the broader Morgan Stanley franchise. About the Valuation Team: The Valuation team at Morgan Stanley Fund Services plays a pivotal role in delivering independent and accurate pricing for Fixed Income and OTC derivatives across diverse asset classes—including Equities, FX, Interest Rates, Credit, and Commodities. This position demands deep expertise in OTC products and involves close collaboration with third-party pricing vendors, internal analytics platforms, and hedge fund clients to ensure precision and timeliness in valuing complex financial instruments. What You’ll Do - * Perform valuation of OTC and structured products using third-party valuation service providers * Collaborate with global teams and hedge fund clients to ensure timely and accurate pricing * Partner with technology teams and external vendors to enhance in-house pricing systems * Contribute to cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving tools and processes in line with client and regulatory requirements What You’ll Bring - * Master’s degree in finance along with CFA certification having at least 2-6 years of relevant experience (OTC Valuation) * Strong understanding of complex OTC products across asset (Equity, FX, IR, Credit Derivatives). Hedge funds experience will be an advantage * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving ability * Proficiency in MS Excel (including VBA); knowledge of other programming languages is a plus * Strong verbal and written communication abilities * Self-motivated with a high level of ownership and attention to detail * Commitment to improving operational efficiency 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.