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What We Do
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
  Wealth Management
  
  We help people, businesses and institutions build, preserve and manage wealth so they can pursue their financial goals.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
  Investment Banking & Capital Markets
  
  We have global expertise in market analysis and in advisory and capital-raising services for corporations, institutions and governments.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
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  Global institutions, leading hedge funds and industry innovators turn to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading and market-making services.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
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  We offer timely, integrated analysis of companies, sectors, markets and economies, helping clients with their most critical decisions.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
  Investment Management
  
  We deliver active investment strategies across public and private markets and custom solutions to institutional and individual investors.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
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  We provide comprehensive workplace financial solutions for organizations and their employees, combining personalized advice with modern technology.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
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  We offer scalable investment products, foster innovative solutions and provide actionable insights across sustainability issues.
- Morgan Stanley helps people, institutions and governments raise, manage and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals.
  
  Inclusive Ventures Group
  
  From our startup lab to our cutting-edge research, we broaden access to capital for diverse entrepreneurs and spotlight their success.
About Us
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.
  
  Core Values
  
  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 87 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
- For 87 years, we’ve had a passion for what’s possible. We leverage the full resources of our firm to help individuals, families and institutions reach their financial goals.
  
  Why Morgan Stanley
  
  At Morgan Stanley, we focus the expertise of the entire firm—our advice, data, strategies and insights—on creating solutions for our clients, large and small.
- For 87 years, we’ve had a passion for what’s possible. We leverage the full resources of our firm to help individuals, families and institutions reach their financial goals.
  
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  We have the experience and agility to partner with clients from individual investors to global CEOs. See how we can help you work toward your goals—even as they evolve over years or generations.
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Careers
- We believe our greatest asset is our people. We value our commitment to diverse perspectives and a culture of inclusion across the firm. Discover who we are and the right opportunity for you.
  
  Students & Graduates
  
  A career at Morgan Stanley means belonging to an ideas-driven culture that embraces new perspectives to solve complex problems. See how you can make meaningful contributions as a student or recent graduate at Morgan Stanley.
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  Experienced Professionals
  
  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.
- We believe our greatest asset is our people. We value our commitment to diverse perspectives and a culture of inclusion across the firm. Discover who we are and the right opportunity for you.
  
  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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Careers Explore Our Culture

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Opportunities for Experienced Professionals

Leverage your talent, hone your skills and build a career to last a lifetime at Morgan Stanley, where our goal is always to deliver first-class business in a first-class way.

By the Numbers

47%

Percentage of our experienced hires in the U.S. who were ethnically diverse in 2021

43

Number of Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors in Barron’s top 100 in the U.S. in 2022

39%

Percentage of women employees at firm worldwide as of 2021

Explore Opportunities

At Morgan Stanley, we hire people who are ready to inspire, innovate, collaborate and make a real impact, no matter what role they pursue, from investment banker to market research analyst. See how you can reach your potential by joining our team.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

What makes working at Morgan Stanley unique? Our firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. Our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world.

Learn how we live those values.

A Black Woman’s Foundational Journey to Wall Street

Peter Akwaboah: A Man Who Jumps at Opportunity

Questioning History: An Artist Asks, 'Whose Stories Are Preserved?'

Diversity A Black Woman’s Foundational Journey to Wall Street Grace Chionuma’s path to a finance career is rooted in three generations of educational achievement and her resolve to do work that lets her be true to herself.

Diversity Peter Akwaboah: A Man Who Jumps at Opportunity Morgan Stanley’s Chief Operating Officer for Technology & Global Head of Innovation has always looked for chances to succeed and to help others do the same.

Giving Back Questioning History: An Artist Asks, 'Whose Stories Are Preserved?' Museums are places that preserve and present culture. But historically, not everyone’s culture was valued enough to be preserved. A new commission displayed in London and sponsored by Morgan Stanley asks why.

Access & Opportunity Podcast Amplifying Asian American Voices Charlene Kaye and Bing Chen discuss the lack of AAPI representation in entertainment and how they have pushed forward the conversation in music, film, and beyond.

Diversity Bending the Arc of Justice A new initiative supported by the firm provides funding and support for nonprofits addressing issues of social justice.

Diversity Committing to Diversity and Inclusion At Morgan Stanley, 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.

Diversity A Black Woman’s Foundational Journey to Wall Street

Diversity Peter Akwaboah: A Man Who Jumps at Opportunity

Giving Back Questioning History: An Artist Asks, 'Whose Stories Are Preserved?'

Access & Opportunity Podcast Amplifying Asian American Voices

Diversity Bending the Arc of Justice

Diversity Committing to Diversity and Inclusion

Our Programs for Experienced Professionals

To those who have served in the military or taken time off from their career: We value your experience and offer ways to get you started, or restarted, in the corporate workforce.

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Return to Work Program

Morgan Stanley's Return to Work program is an opportunity for experienced professionals to re-enter the workforce and re-engage their careers.

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Veterans at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley recognizes the unique experience and dedication of military veterans, reservists and active service men and women and supports them at our firm and in our communities.

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Financial Advisor Associate Program

The Wealth Management Financial Advisor Associate Program offers 36 months of rigorous training and development in three phases, after which Associates are fully prepared to take their place among our elite Financial Advisors.

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Morgan Stanley Experienced Professionals Program

The new Morgan Stanley Experienced Professionals Program is designed to recruit diverse professionals with two or more years of post-graduate or work experience for full-time positions into several businesses across the firm.

Introducing Our People

At Morgan Stanley, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Meet just a few who are leading, innovating and delivering excellence.

OUR PEOPLE

David Stark

Chief Medical Officer and Head of HR Data, Analytics and Technology Strategy

OUR PEOPLE

Ileana Musa

Co-Head of International Wealth Management and Head of International Banking & Lending

OUR PEOPLE

Melissa James

Managing Director, Vice Chairman, Global Capital Markets

I believe that helping people develop is an ongoing process. Strong leaders are never just born—they’re made and cultivated over time.

Melissa James

Managing Director, Vice Chairman, Chief Risk Officer, Global Capital Markets

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Life at Morgan Stanley

Learn more about what makes our firm such a great place to grow your career, from our culture and five core values to our employee networks and extensive mentorship programs.

Experienced Professionals

Why Work at Morgan Stanley

Vice Chairman Jeff Brodsky has spent more than 30 years recruiting talent at the firm. Here’s why he thinks it's the perfect place to grow your career.