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About Us
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  Everything we do at Morgan Stanley is guided by our five core values: Do the right thing, put clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, commit to diversity and inclusion, and give back.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  Leadership
  
  Morgan Stanley leadership is dedicated to conducting first-class business in a first-class way. Our board of directors and senior executives hold the belief that capital can and should benefit all of society.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  History
  
  From our origins as a small Wall Street partnership to becoming a global firm of more than 80,000 employees today, Morgan Stanley has been committed to clients and communities for 89 years.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  The global presence that Morgan Stanley maintains is key to our clients' success, giving us keen insight across regions and markets, and allowing us to make a difference around the world.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  Diversity
  
  Morgan Stanley is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. Our culture of access and inclusion has built our legacy and shapes our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  Sustainability
  
  Our firm's commitment to sustainability informs our operations, governance, risk management, diversity efforts, philanthropy and research.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  Giving Back
  
  At Morgan Stanley, giving back is a core value—a central part of our culture globally. We live that commitment through long-lasting partnerships, community-based delivery and engaging our best asset—Morgan Stanley employees.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
  Technology
  
  As a global financial services firm, Morgan Stanley is committed to technological innovation. We rely on our technologists around the world to create leading-edge, secure platforms for all our businesses.
- Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has consistently delivered first-class business in a first-class way. Underpinning all that we do are five core values.
  
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  At Morgan Stanley, we believe creating a more equitable society begins with investing in access, knowledge and resources to foster potential for all. We are committed to supporting the next generation of leaders and ensuring that they reflect the diversity of the world they inherit.
Why Us
Why Us
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  Why Morgan Stanley
  
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  At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. See how you can continue your career journey at Morgan Stanley.
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  Experienced Financial Advisors
  
  At Morgan Stanley, our premier brand, robust resources and market leadership can offer you a new opportunity to grow your practice and continue to fulfill on your commitment to deliver tailored wealth management advice that helps your clients reach their financial goals.
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Diversity & Inclusion

At Morgan Stanley, diversity is an opportunity—for clients, employees and the firm. By valuing diverse perspectives, we can better serve our clients while we help employees achieve their professional objectives. A corporate culture in which everyone feels they belong is fundamental to our role as a global leader constantly striving for excellence in all that we do.

Driving Our Efforts

The Institute for Inclusion

Our mission is to catalyze and accelerate an integrated and transparent strategy around diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to deliver the full potential of Morgan Stanley and drive meaningful change within our firm and beyond.

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Inclusive Ventures Group

We provide early-stage startups with access to capital and resources to help them develop and scale. Learn more about how we are working to transform the investment landscape around the world.

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Advancing Racial Equity

At Morgan Stanley, advancing racial equity is about intentional, holistic change at the intersection of what we do as a company, in our global and local communities and as an inclusive workplace that values diversity.

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Recent Insights and Commitments

Giving Back

Creating Opportunity in Financial Services

Sep 5, 2024

Morgan Stanley’s Finance Academy helps high school students learn about a career in the finance industry while networking and finding mentors.

Diversity

Celebrating Women in Fashion

Jan 2, 2024

Women Dressing Women, an exhibition sponsored by Morgan Stanley in The Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlights celebrated designers, new voices and forgotten histories alike.

Diversity

Celebrating Our Commitment to Veterans

Nov 10, 2023

Our sponsorship of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular allowed the co-chairs of our Veterans Employee Network to both salute the military and demonstrate how we support those who have served.

Diversity

50 Years of Black British Fashion

Oct 2, 2023

The Missing Thread exhibition, presented by Somerset House in London and sponsored by Morgan Stanley, brings to light a generation of designers who had previously been overlooked.

Diversity

Making a Difference with the WTA

Aug 21, 2023

Morgan Stanley and the Women’s Tennis Association are working together to advance equal opportunity and a more inclusive future in the sport, with clinics in underrepresented communities and a program for financial empowerment.

Diversity

The Growing Demand for LGBTQ+ Investment Options

Jun 20, 2023

A growing population of investors who openly identify or ally with the LGBTQ+ community are creating opportunities for financial advisors to meet demand for investment tailored to LGBTQ+ equity.

Diversity

2022 ESG Report

Aug 1, 2023

Morgan Stanley presents its latest report on Diversity & Inclusion, Climate and Sustainability.

Senior Leaders Across the Firm

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Leading Both Inside and Outside the Firm

People

Our skilled and creative workforce comprises individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. Our employees deliver unique ideas and exceptional service to our clients every day.

Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

The Forum for Women, Multicultural and LGBT Financial Advisors “Return to Work” Program Veterans at Morgan Stanley

Business

We know that a diverse workforce and an inclusive corporate culture matters to our clients. We leverage the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of our employees to deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

We also seek out partnerships with diverse-owned companies. Through our supplier diversity efforts, we work with a variety of firms to foster strategic business relationships, which in turn stimulates the growth of many small businesses and drives economic development in the communities where we work and live.

Supplier Diversity Information UK Women in Finance Charter 2024 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2023 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2022 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2021 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2020 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2019 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2018 UK Gender Pay Gap Report 2017 UK Gender Pay Gap Report

Community

Through philanthropy and employee volunteerism, Morgan Stanley supports the diverse communities where our employees live and work. In particular, we partner with and support a number of organizations focused on the development and advancement of diverse talent and inclusive organizations.

Volunteering at Morgan Stanley

Diversity & Inclusion

The Institute for Inclusion

Inclusive Ventures Group

Advancing Racial Equity

Creating Opportunity in Financial Services

Celebrating Women in Fashion

Celebrating Our Commitment to Veterans

50 Years of Black British Fashion

Making a Difference with the WTA

The Growing Demand for LGBTQ+ Investment Options

2022 ESG Report

Susan Reid

Carla Harris

Ileana Musa

Melissa James

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