Global Loans Operations Director

Morgan Stanley - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Director

Baltimore, MD

5,001-10,000 employees

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Global Loans Operations Director at Morgan Stanley is responsible for overseeing the daily and monthly execution of mortgage and corporate loan life cycle events within the Institutional Securities Fixed Income Operations. This role involves managing a team, ensuring effective transaction support, and maintaining strong client relationships while adhering to the firm's operational standards and risk management protocols.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary supervisor within specific line or project area with accountability to associated risks.
• Manage direct reports, leading 1:1s and career development, attracting and retaining high-quality talent.
• Review resources to ensure adequate coverage to deliver business-as-usual commitments, highlighting current and future needs to management.
• Share expert knowledge across the team, contributing to team output and ensuring diverse viewpoints are heard.
• Manage Associates and Analysts who handle loan notices to Lenders/Borrowers involved in loan syndication.
• Ensure accurate and efficient review and approval of loan transactions, including drawdowns, repayments, prepayments, interest payments, and fees.
• Review legal documentation such as credit agreements and fee letters.
• Manage stakeholder interactions, both internal and external, and handle client escalations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in Corporate Loan Operations.
• Knowledge of loan markets, specifically performing and non-performing loans across multiple strategies.
• Ability to lead by example and adapt management style to suit individuals.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to pitch appropriately according to the audience and demonstrate active listening.
• Experience with LoanIQ, ClearPar, and WSO systems is helpful.
• Must obtain Series 99 license if supervising a covered function.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in managing teams and developing talent.
• Familiarity with mortgage and corporate loan life cycle events.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and perks.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Opportunities for career development and mentorship.