Global Projects Communications Lead, Technology COO

About the position

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities. This is a Lead Technology Admin Office position at the Director Level, which is part of the job family responsible for managing administrative tasks related to technology infrastructure and services, ensuring smooth operations and support for the organization's technology needs. Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services, known for mobilizing capital to help governments, corporations, institutions, and individuals around the world achieve their financial goals. Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on. The Technology Communications, Engagement and Philanthropy team sits within the Technology Chief Operating Office (Tech COO) division. We offer: To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork State-of-the-art offices that are designed to maximize collaboration Flexible working arrangements with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in the office Exposure to senior leadership and firmwide strategic programs The team supports the Technology organizational people and business goals, focused on continuing to build the firm’s strong and collegiate culture. We do this by developing and delivering clear and compelling communications and engagement, as part of a long-term strategy. The Technology Philanthropy team creates opportunities for Technology employees to leverage their expertise and skillsets to drive innovative and meaningful change within our local communities. The global team of 20+ supports senior management with internal and external engagements via tools and resources to communicate effectively to their teams, firmwide stakeholders and externally. The group delivers a year-round calendar of strategic initiatives to engage 17K+ employees through a clear narrative and impactful event delivery. The Global Projects Communications Lead plays a critical role in delivering high‑profile Technology events and communications that support the Tech COO’s strategic priorities. This position leads the execution of key global events and programs such as the Technology Expo, Tech MD Conference, Communications Day, and Open Forums. The role will work closely with senior leaders and global Communications teams. In your role as Global Projects Communications Lead you will manage the planning and delivery of large-scale events hosted by senior leaders. This includes owning the global coordination across delivery teams under the direction of the Comms Strategic Messaging and Engagement Lead. The role has a global span, and you will work closely with a globally distributed team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent event management skills, strong business writing skills, and a passion for creating content for different audiences delivered at live events and across a variety of channels. Exceptional project management and organizational skills will be critical in ensuring timely delivery of first-rate work to our clients. You will be result-driven and approach tasks with precision, creativity, and great attention to detail. You will have exposure to senior stakeholders and should be comfortable presenting to, and advising, this audience. A track record of delivering under pressure and of managing multiple projects simultaneously with extreme diligence is essential, alongside teamwork, stakeholder management and the ability to contribute to a globally distributed environment.

Responsibilities

• Project lead and event manage the annual New York Technology Expo, showcasing the work of our Technology teams to the broader Firm.
• Coordinate the global Expo team, to manage the global project plan working with the regional and locational Technology Communications teams. The role will include creating and printing branding assets, managing budgets, coordinating with vendors and internal teams including Corporate Services and Creative Studios, to ensure a holistic approach to project planning and implementation.
• Project lead and event manage the annual Tech MD In-Person Conference, and support other senior leadership events hosted from New York, e.g. Technology Open Forums and MD Briefings.
• Project lead and event manage the annual Communications Day events and communications, including on the ground lead for all New York events.
• Support ad hoc Technology Philanthropy events in New York
• Draft, edit and proofread content for a portfolio of key global events, programs, and campaigns, including writing blog posts for Tech This Out weekly newsletter, drafting talking points and emails, and building PowerPoint presentations.
• Be part of project working groups to deliver communications, events, and process improvements, as part of the broader communications and engagement team.
• Track activity and analyze metrics to measure the success of key content, then develop presentations to summarize findings and recommendations.
• You must be a team player who is willing to pitch in and contribute new solutions to further the team’s and division’s success.

Requirements

• Senior event management experience of project leading high-profile events and working with senior stakeholders in a corporate environment.
• At least 10 years + of corporate events engagement and communications project management experience for corporates.
• Proven track record of accomplished business writing, editing and proofreading skills in English, with the ability to translate complex, technical information into easy-to-understand language.
• Ability to write under tight deadlines and manage internal events with minimal oversight or editing, be a quick study of complex situations, and have an excellent eye for both detail and nuance.
• Self-motivated, strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of deliverables.
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills, and ability to work on a variety of topics with many stakeholders and diverse groups at multiple levels within the organization.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for work.
• Excellent project management, organizational and time management skills, with the ability to self-organize workload, set priorities and multi-task.
• Intellectual curiosity, self-directed in learning the firm and looking for new ideas to support innovation and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative approach and an ability to work well with others in a complex and matrixed environment.
• Flexible, agile, and team oriented.
• Able to work calmly, quickly, and error-free during stressful times in a fast-paced environment.
• Expert knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience of SharePoint/Teams, Photoshop/Illustrator and Jive (or other social networking platforms for business) is beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork
• State-of-the-art offices that are designed to maximize collaboration
• Flexible working arrangements with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in the office
• Exposure to senior leadership and firmwide strategic programs
• Some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.
• Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.