Above average investment bank - Executive Director Morgan Stanley Employee Review

4.0
Apr 16, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Generally better management structure than other investment banks. Strong equity franchise (not so much for fixed income and credit).

Cons

Pay package is just average, and below market in certain departments. Very slow in adopting modern remote working business model.

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5.0
Mar 13, 2026
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Pros

Large company with lots to offer and support for employees

Cons

Layers of management and slow to update issues

3.0
Mar 24, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong brand recognition; exposure to complex financial and estate processes; meaningful client impact; opportunity to build foundational knowledge in a structured financial environment

Cons

Training delivery may be inconsistent; onboarding pace may not align with role complexity; limited patience or tolerance for repetition in certain training interactions; concerns raised regarding training experience and team lead interactions may not always result in clear or constructive follow-up; communication surrounding performance and state of employment decisions may lack transparency, including instances where system and building access were revoked by management to end assignment without prior discussion or direct conversation to resolve conflict first.

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