Media Relations Associate

Media Relations Associate

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Media Relations Associate

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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) has created a client‑centric ecosystem unlike anything else in the industry, enabling the firm to serve clients from college to retirement, and from basic investing needs to complex family office support.

In this role, the candidate will assist the Wealth Management Corporate Communications team in enhancing MSWM's external reputation with a focus on media relations. The position works closely with communications teams supporting the Advisor‑led, Workplace, and Self‑directed wealth management channels, with a strong emphasis on the Workplace channel.

This individual will collaborate with internal partners across the business and Corporate Communications – including key leaders of business units, Legal & Compliance, and Marketing.

Hybrid work model : 3 days in office attendance.

What You'll Do In The Role

Facilitate media interviews and manage all logistics to ensure a seamless spokesperson experience.

Develop close relationships with key covering reporters across tier one and trade outlets.

Draft press releases and pitch thought leadership to promote wealth management developments and expertise.

Prep senior leadership for media and speaking opportunities.

Monitor news media for important mentions, swiftly escalating, packaging and distributing internally as necessary.

Manage MSWM's proprietary quarterly tracking study of wealth management consumers, including the drafting of quarterly press releases and pitching key insights to reporters.

Contribute to monthly metrics related to media hits and MSWM's share of voice.

What You'll Bring To The Role

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience within the wealth management industry and knowledge of financial markets preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with and understanding of quantitative research best practices.

Strong interpersonal collaboration and team skills, including working with cross‑functional teams, proven flexibility, adaptability, and reliability.

Strong decision‑making, analytical evaluation, risk management, and effective problem‑solving skills.

Highly detail‑oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deliverables.

Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and rapidly changing environment with the ability to make sound decisions quickly and handle multiple tasks concurrently.

Independent, resourceful and a self‑starter.

An enthusiastic, positive team player willing to help and work well with colleagues.

What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley

We are committed to maintaining the first‑class service and high standard of excellence that has defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values—putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back—guides everything we do. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and brightest in an environment that supports and empowers you. You’ll also enjoy some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry, with ample opportunity for career mobility based on performance and ambition.

Compensation

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $80,000 and $125,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley‑sponsored benefit programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (F / M / Disability / Vet). We ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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