Private Wealth Management Business Development Director - Bilingual: Spanish/English

POSITION SUMMARYBusiness Development Directors provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. As senior members of the service team, through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and their focus will be on delivering an exceptional client experience. In supporting Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams, this role will lead all areas of service level business development including digital marketing, portfolio holdings and/or proposal tools and financial planning.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Cultivating relationships with business partners and colleagues internally and externallySupporting the FA/PWA/team in enhancing new and existing client relationships through an exceptional client experienceAssisting the FA/PWA/team in developing and delivering against their client service model, including preparing for regular meetings as well as tracking follow-upsAssisting the FA/PWA/team in developing and executing against their business plan and strategies to support it, partnering closely with other market stakeholders such as Practice Strategy Consultants, Business Development Managers and Branch ManagementProactively identifying business development and client segmentation opportunities using firm approved systems (e.g., leveraging internal tools like Next Best Action and Analytics Hub) and share with FA/PWA team to gather feedback and take direction on any next stepsAt the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all clerical elements of digital and in-person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivityAt the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports or financial plans from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clientsAt the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systemsAt the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lensFocusing with the FA/PWA/team and other business partners to optimize business practice efficienciesIf the FA/PWA/team are engaged with corporate relationships, may be supporting clerical activities such as disseminating trading window information, assisting with employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) allocations, preparing disqualifying disposition reporting and performing various reconciliation and/or reporting functions as examples using firm-approved systems at the request of the FA/PWA/team.Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local managementRemaining current on all policies, procedures and new platformsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:Education and/or Experience10+ years of work experience in a field relevant to the position requiredAdvanced degree or professional certification or prior industry experience requiredActive Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required Additional product licenses may be requiredKnowledge/SkillsProficiency in SpanishStrong leadership skillsKnowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accountsTechnically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platformsDetail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritizeExpert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applicationsExceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skillsStrong time management skillsTeam player with the ability to collaborate with othersAbility to work in a fast-paced, evolving environmentAdaptable and ability to multi-taskGoal oriented, self-motivated and results drivenReports to:Market Business Service Officer and/or Business Service OfficerWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. 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. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste <https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​> into your browser.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.For more information, please visit: <https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo>.