Morgan Stanley

Product Manager and Project Lead - Analytics and Data, Executive Director

Morgan Stanley$150K — $250K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in product management, data capabilities, or related field.
  • Proven ability to lead complex initiatives with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong project management skills including risk and issue resolution.
  • Expertise in translating business needs into clear product requirements.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and influence skills.
  • Strong executive communication skills for high-level updates and materials.
  • Familiarity with data governance and enterprise data management concepts.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Own the product vision and roadmap for the Wealth Management Data Cloud.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement with cross-functional teams.
  • Develop a multi-year roadmap balancing strategy and business value.
  • Manage the intake and prioritization of data capability requests.
  • Define product requirements and implementation plans for Data Cloud initiatives.
  • Drive stakeholder alignment through effective communication and updates.
  • Partner with technology teams to ensure delivery feasibility and adherence to standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits and perks.
  • Support for employees and their families at every stage of their work-life journey.
  • Opportunities for career mobility within the organization.
  • A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Full Job Description
WM Analytics & Data (A&D) owns all the management reporting, customer and product behavior insights, and predictive modeling in support of WM, Banking, and Marketing. The WM A&D User Experience Data Collection team drives strategy and execution of platforms that collect quantitative and qualitative data about users experience across wealth management and firmwide digital properties and activities.

Sitting with A&D, this role will serve two primary functions

  • The product manager for the Wealth Management Data Cloud: define, prioritize, and execute the strategic roadmap for data capabilities that support Wealth Management business priorities and lead stakeholder engagement.
  • Serve as project manager for key data capability projects


Responsibilities:

Serve as the product manager for the Wealth Management Data Cloud, owning the product vision, roadmap, prioritization, execution, and communication strategy.

  • Lead stakeholder engagement efforts by partnering with senior business, technology, analytics, and governance stakeholders in service of the above
  • Develop, maintain, and execute a multi-year roadmap for Wealth Management data capabilities, balancing strategic priorities, regulatory/control needs, technology dependencies, and business value.
  • Manage intake, prioritization, and sequencing of data capability requests, ensuring alignment to broader Wealth Management objectives and enterprise data strategy.
  • Lead cross-functional delivery efforts, coordinating across business teams, technology partners, data owners, analytics users, and governance stakeholders.
  • Define clear product requirements, success criteria, milestones, dependencies, risks, and implementation plans for key Data Cloud initiatives.
  • Drive stakeholder alignment through regular communication, executive updates, governance forums, working groups, and roadmap reviews.
  • Partner with technology and data engineering teams to ensure delivery plans are feasible, well-sequenced, and aligned to architectural and platform standards.
  • Support adoption of Wealth Management Data Cloud capabilities by defining user engagement plans, training needs, documentation, feedback loops, and change management approaches.
  • Establish and monitor product success measures, including adoption, data availability, delivery progress, stakeholder satisfaction, and business impact.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the Data Cloud operating model, including intake processes, prioritization routines, ownership models, delivery transparency, and issue escalation.
  • Promote strong data management practices, including data quality, lineage, ownership, controls, entitlementing, metadata, and governance alignment in partnership with key partners and stakeholders


Required Qualifications

  • Experience in product management, data capabilities, data platforms, business management, strategy, project management, technology delivery, or a related function.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives involving business, technology, data, and senior stakeholder groups.
  • Strong project and program management skills, including roadmap development, milestone tracking, dependency management, risk identification, and issue resolution.
  • Ability to translate business needs into clear product requirements and prioritize competing demands based on strategic value, feasibility, urgency, and impact.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence, build consensus, and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong executive communication skills, including experience preparing senior-level updates, decision materials, roadmaps, and progress summaries.
  • Familiarity with data platforms, cloud data environments, data governance, data quality, data lineage, metadata, or enterprise data management concepts.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to operate independently, structure ambiguous problems, and drive work from concept through execution.
  • Experience working with a geographical dispersed team.
  • 8+ years of professional experience
  • Undergraduate degree required


WHAT 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.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $250,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley Investment Management are active managers of capital, working to outperform the market and deliver results for their clients. Morgan Stanley Investment Management's long-tenured professionals apply their experience and expertise across public and private markets, in single-sector, multi-asset and custom solutions.

Morgan Stanley Careers

Joining Morgan Stanley today means becoming part of a global team dedicated to strengthening communities, pioneering innovation, and fostering diversity. As a leading global financial services firm, Morgan Stanley offers unparalleled job opportunities, career growth, and a culture of leadership that together create an exceptional employment experience. Work You’ll Do At Morgan Stanley, you will collaborate with knowledgeable professionals to drive innovation and deliver solutions in financial services. Our team is composed of diverse, talented individuals who bring their unique skills and perspectives to work every day, setting the standard for leadership in the global market. Morgan Stanley is not just a company; it's a place where ambitious, creative, and skilled individuals can build a rewarding career. Here, you can experience the benefits of a vibrant culture dedicated to professional growth and diversity training. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with Morgan Stanley’s internship programs. These positions offer invaluable industry insights and professional experience to students and recent graduates. Interns at Morgan Stanley gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned experts in a dynamic, supportive environment. Innovation and Professional Growth We believe in the power of innovation to solve complex problems and encourage our team to think differently and act boldly. Morgan Stanley supports your career development through comprehensive training, development programs, and leadership workshops, ensuring that every employee has the tools they need to succeed. Join Our Team Explore the various job opportunities at Morgan Stanley, from entry-level positions to executive roles. We are hiring individuals who are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a team that values integrity, excellence, and a forward-thinking mindset. Enhance your skills through our networking events, mentorship opportunities, and ongoing professional development. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Morgan Stanley Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your preferences to receive updates about new postings, career tips, and exclusive insights from our team leaders. Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your career? Search open positions that match your skills and interests on the Morgan Stanley Jobs portal. Prepare your resume, refine your interview techniques, and join a company that values innovation and leadership. At Morgan Stanley, we’re not just building careers—we’re developing leaders. Discover how far your talents can take you by joining our team today.
Learn more about Morgan Stanley
Size
77,000 employees
Market Cap
$144.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$10.9 billion
Founded
1935
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$52 billion
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