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senior full-time

First indexed 3 Oct 2026

Description

We are seeking a Business Auditor to join our diverse team of audit and assurance professionals in Hong Kong and Asia. As a Business Auditor, you will support the Hong Kong and Asia Internal Audit team in identifying, assessing, and driving resources to areas of key risks and vulnerabilities in the Institutional Securities Group (ISG).

The Internal Audit Department (IAD) reports directly to the Board Audit Committee and is an objective and independent function within Morgan Stanley's risk management framework. The IAD assists senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board in the effective discharge of their legal, fiduciary, and oversight responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Help identify risk and impact to Asia ISG to prioritize areas of focus based on a strong understanding of business processes, and keep informed of industry and regulatory developments
  • Execute and lead aspects of assurance activities, such as audits, continuous monitoring, and closure verification, to assess risk and formulate a view on the control environment
  • Execute audit engagements and deliver within the expected timeframe
  • Engage in continuous monitoring and risk assessment of key business processes to drive risk-based audit plans
  • Facilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks, their impact, and how well they are managed in a clear, timely, and structured manner
  • Assist in managing multiple deliverables in line with team priorities
  • Solicit and provide feedback and participate in formal and on-the-job training to further develop yourself and peers

Requirements:

  • At least 4 years of relevant experience in business audit or 1st or 2nd line of defense control functions, such as risk management, compliance, or operational risk
  • Understanding of institutional securities business and supporting functions, as well as key related regulations
  • Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes, such as risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting, and continuous monitoring
  • Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform your point of view
  • Ability to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints, and adapt messaging accordingly
  • Ability to communicate complex technical issues concisely and clearly to senior management and colleagues from other audit divisions
  • A commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors
  • Ability to multitask across competing priorities
  • Business-level English verbal and written skills
  • Relevant professional qualifications, such as CIA, CPA, CA, CFA, or FRM

Benefits: Morgan Stanley offers a range of benefits and perks, including opportunities for career development, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and support for employees and their families.