Internal Audit - Institutional Securities Audit, Director, Hong Kong

We're seeking someone to join our diverse team of audit and assurance professionals as a business auditor to support the Hong Kong and Asia Internal Audit team in identifying, assessing and driving resources to areas of key risks and vulnerabilities in the Institutional Securities Group (ISG), through evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of related controls. The Internal Audit Department (IAD) reports directly to the Board Audit Committee, and is an objective and independent function within Morgan Stanley's risk management framework. IAD assists senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board (BAC) in the effective discharge of their legal, fiduciary and oversight responsibilities. Comprises over 400 employees globally. IAD is responsible for providing independent assurance on the quality and effectiveness of Morgan Stanley's system of internal control, including risk management and governance systems and processes. IAD also serves as an objective and independent function within the Firm's risk management framework to foster continual improvement of risk management processes by identifying and assessing operating risks, and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the Firm's related internal controls. Based on these activities, IAD develops an independent and informed view of the risks faced by Morgan Stanley and the effectiveness of the risk management processes employed to manage them. In doing so, we help drive Firm resources to vulnerabilities. This is a Director (P3) level position within the business audit family responsible for inspecting controls in front, middle and back offices. 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. What you'll do in the role: Help identify risk and impact to Asia ISG to prioritize areas of focus based on a strong understanding of business processes, keep informed of industry and regulatory developments Execute and lead aspects of assurance activities (e.g., audits, continuous monitoring, closure verification) to assess risk and formulate a view on the control environment Execute audit engagements and deliver within expected timeframe Engage in continuous monitoring and risk assessment of key business processes to drive risk-based audit plan Facilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks, their impact and how well they are managed in a clear, timely and structured manner Assist in managing multiple deliverables in line with team priorities Solicit and provide feedback and participate in formal and on-the-job training to further develop self and peers What you'll bring to the role: At least 4 years' relevant experience in business audit or 1st or 2nd line of defense control functions (e.g. risk management, compliance, or operational risk) would generally be expected for this role Understanding of institutional securities business and supporting functions, in addition to key related regulations Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes (e.g., risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting and continuous monitoring) Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform point of view Ability to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints and adapt messaging accordingly Ability to communicate complex technical issues concisely and clearly to senior management and colleagues from other audit divisions A commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors Ability to multi-task across competing priorities Business-level English verbal/written skills Relevant professional qualifications, such as CIA, CPA, CA, CFA, FRM. 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