Rating Advisory - Global Capital Market Analyst/Sr Analyst

About the Role

As a Global Capital Markets professional focused on Ratings Advisory at Morgan Stanley, your role will involve providing deal execution support, conducting research and analytics, and offering internal process support to Ratings Advisory teams. You will have the opportunity to participate in various trainings covering financial analysis, business presentations, and practical skills, allowing you to understand financial concepts and grasp the Morgan Stanley culture effectively. This role will expose you to financial markets, macro trends, banking, and capital markets sectors, working closely with bankers in core locations. High performers will have the chance for internal mobility opportunities globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support ratings analysis and notching assessments, including application of LGD and recovery models as per agency methodologies.
• Prepare client and internal presentation materials by summarizing analysis from rating agency reports.
• Conduct in-depth research from rating agency reports, criteria, and commentary to support issuer analysis and transaction execution.
• Build and maintain peer comparables and comp tables, track rating actions, key financial metrics, and reconcile outputs against agency reports.
• Perform financial spreading and normalization to support ratings analysis, peer benchmarking, and issuer positioning.
• Manage agency data workflows, including report pulls, preparation of agency reconciliation files, and data hygiene.
• Prepare rating analyst bios and coverage summaries for new issuers to support agency engagement.
• Assist with rating agency coordination, including scheduling agency meetings and attending rating‑related calls.
• Prepare credit considerations and perform ratio analysis in line with rating agency methodologies for respective industry/sector.

Skills and Qualifications

• MBA / CA / Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
• 2 – 5 years of work experience in a related field.
• Keen interest in corporate finance, Debt Capital Markets, and Ratings Advisory.
• Written competency and spoken fluency in English.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, comfortable with financial data.
• Agility to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
• Ability to manage expectations and handle high‑pressure situations.
• Proficiency in leveraging S&P Global, Moody’s, and Fitch Ratings platforms.
• Hands‑on experience supporting ratings advisory workflows.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Programming and coding experience/knowledge of AI tools is encouraged.

Morgan Stanley Values & Benefits

Joining Morgan Stanley means working in an environment where you can support and empower clients to reach their goals. The company values putting clients first, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back to the community. With a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds and experiences, Morgan Stanley offers attractive employee benefits and perks to support its employees and their families throughout their work‑life journey. If you are a relentless collaborator and creative thinker, there are ample opportunities for advancement within the business based on your passion and grit.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce based on skills and talents, ensuring a culture of inclusion where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced regardless of their background. For more information on Morgan Stanley's commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people‑opportunities/eeo.

Additional Information

As a Global Capital Markets professional focused on Ratings Advisory at Morgan Stanley, your role will involve providing deal execution support, conducting research and analytics, and offering internal process support to Ratings Advisory teams. You will have the opportunity to participate in various trainings covering financial analysis, business presentations, and practical skills, allowing you to understand financial concepts and grasp the Morgan Stanley culture effectively. This role will expose you to financial markets, macro trends, banking, and capital markets sectors, working closely with bankers in core locations. High performers will have the chance for internal mobility opportunities globally.

• Key Responsibilities:*

• Support ratings analysis and notching assessments, including application of LGD and recovery models as per agency methodologies.
• Prepare client and internal presentation materials by summarizing analysis from rating agency reports.
• Conduct in-depth research from rating agency reports, criteria, and commentary to support issuer analysis and transaction execution.
• Build and maintain peer comparables and comp tables, track rating actions, key financial metrics, and reconcile outputs against agency reports.
• Perform financial spreading a