Morgan Stanley · 2 weeks ago
Branch Administrator
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm, and they are seeking a Branch Administrator to provide overall administrative support for their branch operations. The role involves managing expenses, supporting management, and performing various office administration tasks to ensure smooth branch functioning.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesLending
Responsibilities
Manage Travel & Entertainment (T&E) and Events and Conferences (EnC) expense requests to ensure compliance with Firm policy utilizing online business systems
Coordinate events and meetings for the Branch, including all pre-approvals, event logistics/planning and accounting for meetings including employee, management, Councils, National Sales partners, external wholesalers, and others as directed
Work with Accounts Payable to manage invoices, vendor set up/maintenance, payment reconciliations or issues
Maintain and review Branch finance and expense management information in collaboration with MBSO and/or Business Service Officer (BSO)
Navigate the firm’s resources and act as a liaison with Market Administrator in addition to other various internal and external business partners, including managing requests and escalating as needed
Provide organizational support for Human Resources by leveraging associated HR systems (I-9 processing, New Hire onboarding, internal transfers and employee termination paperwork)
Proactively participate in firm initiatives directed by local management
Communicate and manage firm initiatives for the Branch (e.g., Global Volunteer Month, Annual Appeal) as well as regional and Market initiatives as directed
Actively engage in available training and education programs to maintain current status on policies, procedures and risk awareness (including licensing requirements for Branch personnel)
Facilitate and/or conduct ad hoc projects, training, and events for the Branch as necessary
Perform administrative functions for Branch Management team, including telephone coverage, business travel arrangements, coordination of internal and external meetings & events, and file & calendar maintenance
Serve as a point of contact for Branch facilities management and maintain up-to-date office utilization information in the internal firm system
Serve as a point of contact for personnel needs (e.g., benefits enrollment, registration/licensing, and communication of policy and updates as it relates to HR and Registration matters)
Serve as a point of contact for local administrative tasks (e.g., Alternative Flexible Grid (AFG) checkpoints, CPR/AED training and certifications, annual certification of registrations and market data expenses)
Lead office management efforts, including maintaining office supplies, ordering business cards and stationery, maintaining business continuity plans and acting as the primary point of contact for the associated Rapid Notification System
Assist with firm remediations as needed
Act as a point of contact for technology projects, migrations, equipment installs/ replacements
Coordinate with Market Administrator as it relates to Market driven projects and initiatives and ensuring back-up Administrator coverage
Administer other duties as delegated by the Market Management Team (Market Manager, Associate Market Manager, Market Business Service Officer, Sr. Risk Officer)
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/Equivalency
Two or more years of related experience is a plus
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone coverage
Strong time management skills
Demonstrates good judgement
Exceptional interpersonal and client service skills
Detail orientated with superior organizational skills
Ability to prioritize work
Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Adaptable and ability to multitask
Proactive or self-starter
Ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters
Willingness to obtain Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)
Preferred
College degree preferred
Benefits
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Company
Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is a financial services company that offers securities, asset management, and credit services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1997-02-05IPO
Leadership Team
James Gorman
Chairman and CEO
Wei Christianson
Co-CEO Asia Pacific
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