Morgan Stanley · 2 months ago
Digital Assets Strategist, Vice President/Executive Director
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$225K/yr - $250K/yr
5+ years expMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The role of Digital Assets Strategist involves leading research efforts on blockchain technology and its ecosystem, while creating a research framework and authoring publications on cryptocurrency markets and investment strategies.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesLending
Responsibilities
Creating a comprehensive research framework for evaluating digital assets and investment strategies, including directional views on cryptocurrencies
Authoring high-impact publications that analyze cryptocurrency markets, fund flows, and trading strategies
Publishing timely updates on market structure, custody infrastructure, crypto mining, staking, payments, and emerging blockchain use cases
Collaborating across global research teams, including equity sector analysts, fixed income and FX strategists, and economists, to integrate digital asset insights into broader market views
Engaging regularly with internal and external stakeholders, including institutional investors, wealth management teams, and firm leadership, to communicate research findings and strategic perspectives
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in sell-side/buy side/or crypto industry research covering cryptocurrencies and related financial instruments
Experience in equity research is a strong plus
Candidates with relevant backgrounds in investment banking or the digital asset industry will also be considered
Proven ability to build and maintain financial models using Excel; advanced proficiency is required
Demonstrated experience in professional writing, e.g. equity research notes, investor correspondence, and/or industry reports
Ability to adapt quickly and perform under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong communication skills across variety of audiences
Preferred
CFA designation is a plus
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Company
Morgan Stanley
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
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