Internal Controls Associate

About the role

The Internal Controls Associate will join Morgan Stanley's Finance Risk and Assurance function in Glasgow. This position supports key validation programs such as SOX compliance, Large Financial Institutions (LFI) control validation, and the 17a‑5 Broker‑Dealer compliance program, while contributing to the broader finance risk agenda.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in documenting, assessing, and reporting on the effectiveness of the firm’s internal control framework.
• Support governance of Global End‑User Computing procedures, Risk & Control Self‑Assessment (RCSA) reporting, and FDICIA testing.
• Maintain testing trackers, communicate progress, and provide timely updates to the PMO.
• Summarize testing findings, deliver constructive feedback, and coordinate with stakeholders across the finance division.
• Participate in process mapping, design, and documentation activities related to internal controls.

Required profile

• Experience in banking or financial services with a focus on internal controls.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements such as SOX, FDICIA, and broker‑dealer compliance.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to work across multiple finance teams.

Required skills

• Project management knowledge.
• Process flow mapping.
• Design and documentation of control procedures.