Junior Data Analyst

Position Overview

We are looking for a Junior Data Analyst to join Morgan Stanley's NFR Data & Analytics team focused on supporting investigative analytics related to cryptocurrency within our Financial Crime Risk initiative. This role, part of the Legal & Compliance division, supports the Firm's efforts in managing legal, regulatory, and franchise risks by providing essential data wrangling, reconciliation, and reporting for fraud and blockchain transaction investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct foundational data cleaning and preparation for datasets concerning Fraud, Global Financial Crimes (GFC), and blockchain transactions.
• Assist with data reconciliation and validation to guarantee the integrity and completeness of data used in investigations.
• Help generate and maintain reports and regular analytical deliverables.
• Collaborate with senior analysts to format and tidy datasets for use in investigative workflows.
• Perform data quality assessments and identify any discrepancies or issues, escalating these as needed.
• Work alongside Fraud, GFC, and Technology teams to meet diverse data demands.
• Manage restricted datasets subject to US-only access policies, upholding strict data governance and control standards.
• Support ongoing production reporting, including routine data updates and verification.
• Document data handling procedures, assumptions, and transformations in a detailed, audit-ready manner.

Qualifications

• 0 to 3+ years’ experience in data analysis, data wrangling, or related analytical fields.
• Familiarity with SQL or equivalent query languages; experience with tools such as Python, Alteryx, or Excel is advantageous.
• Understanding of data reconciliation, validation, and quality assurance practices.
• Strong detail orientation, especially regarding accuracy and control processes.
• Ability to work effectively with both structured and semi-structured datasets within regulated environments.
• Interest in financial crime analysis and cryptocurrency data.
• Effective communication skills with capacity to interpret instructions and produce organized data outputs.
• Capability to juggle multiple assignments within a team-driven, deadline-sensitive setting.
• Eagerness to acquire new skills, adapt to changing data needs, and embrace innovative analytical methods.

About Morgan Stanley

Founded in 1935, Morgan Stanley is a global leader in financial services committed to innovation and client service across over 40 countries. The Legal & Compliance division helps the Firm navigate its business risks through strategic management of legal and regulatory requirements. Our culture prioritizes client-first values, integrity, inclusion, and social responsibility, supporting a diverse workforce of more than 80,000 professionals worldwide.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary range is $80,000 to $100,000 annually at hire, determined individually based on qualifications and experience. This base pay is supplemented by additional earnings opportunities including commissions, bonuses, long-term incentives, and comprehensive benefit programs.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

Morgan Stanley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce. Recruiting efforts ensure inclusive hiring practices where advancement is merit-based on individuals’ abilities and expertise.