Policy Coordinator - Human Capital Management (HCM) Centralised Policy Office Coordinator (equivalent to AVP)


Director, P4, HR Business Management

We’re seeking someone to join within the HCM Centralized Policy Office which is responsible for coordination and publication of HCM’s Divisional and employee-related policies and procedures, liaising with key stakeholders with employment lawyers, HR colleagues, as well as those in Non-Financial Risk (NFR).

You’ll play a key role to the HCM team by providing oversight and guidance on Firmwide programs and publications of HCM’s policies and procedures to ensure global teams are adhering to minimum standards and timely updates of associated deliverables.

In the Human Resources division, we provide advice and insight to attract, retain, reward, and develop a talented global workforce, giving employees the support and tools, they need to succeed. This is a Director level position within the HCM Chief Administrative team.

Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilising capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals.

At Morgan Stanley Glasgow, we support the Firm’s global Operations, Technology, Finance, Corporate, and Institutional Securities divisions. The Glasgow office, known for its excellence in process, client service & leadership, has led us to win numerous innovation and people awards. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Glasgow community since 2000, steadily contributing to the development of a vibrant local financial services and fintech industry. Everyone is encouraged to chart their own meaningful career and achieve goals with the support of our best-in-class training and development opportunities.

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on...

What you’ll do in the role:

To be successful in this role, the candidate must demonstrate proficiency in drafting and textual refinement, be a self-starter capable of solving complex problems, be able to multi-task across a variety of projects and processes, be a succinct and accurate communicator, and be attentive to details.

Principal Responsibilities:
• Draft, develop, and update HCM policies, with a focus on US labor law policies, consistent with applicable and updated employment-related regulations and compliance, Firm standards, best practices, and organisational needs .
• Execute long-term strategy for driving changes to HCM policy considering evolving legal obligations and organisational goals and needs .
• Conduct evaluation of HCM policies including their impact and effectiveness with a focus on US labor law policies .
• Advise HCM stakeholders regarding HCM policies and any required / necessary changes .
• Research / benchmark industry best practices and recommend policy changes .
• Communicate policy changes to the organisation, as needed .
• Coordinate with Owners/Contributors on the publication and project management of global and regional HCM Policies, Procedures, and other related documents (i.e., Documentation) used across the global teams within HCM .
• Partner with relevant stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure critical dependencies are prioritised and appropriately communicate on related changes in a consistent manner .
• Build and maintain relationships within HCM, Non-Financial Risk, and other divisional counterparts .
• Document relevant metadata elements for use by development teams .
• Other projects & work as needed related to the responsibilities of the HCM Programs Compliance team .

What you’ll bring to the role:
• At least 6 years work-related experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.
• A deep experience in drafting, copyediting, and/or content creation and refinement.
• Work effectively in cross-functional teams, having demonstrated strong partnerships with both internal and external business partners and alliances .
• Self-starter with strong and creative problem-solving skills who is able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-changing environment .
• Succinctly communicate ideas / recommendations orally and in writing to a wide range of audiences, as well as exceptional listening and presentation skills .
• Successful candidate will have a roll up your sleeves, can-do mindset .
• Experience in Human Capital Management / Human Resources, Legal Sector, and/or Financial Services desirable .
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, primarily Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Knowledge of GenAI and Compliance documentation best practices are a plus .

What you can expect from Morgan Stanley:
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries.

At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. Our Firm is differentiated by the calibre of our diverse team, while 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 more about how we put this commitment to action: diversity

We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.


Equal opportunities statement:
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of 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 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.


Flexible work statement:
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. <br/