The RoleWe are interested in speaking with high performing Investment Banking Associates based in Sydney or Melbourne who are interested in opportunities within our M&A practice, across a range of industry groups including Natural Resources, Technology Media and Telco, and General Industrials. As part of our continued investment in our Australian Investment Banking franchise, we are seeking candidates with strong transaction execution experience and a demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality client outcomes.Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile transactions, partnering closely with senior bankers, corporate clients, financial sponsors and other market participants. Key ResponsibilitiesExecute a broad range of M&A and strategic advisory transactions across Australia and the Asia Pacific regionDevelop and maintain sophisticated financial models and valuation analysesPrepare client presentations, strategic reviews, pitch materials and transaction documentationManage day-to-day execution workstreams in collaboration with clients, lawyers, accountants and other advisersReview and oversee the work product of Analysts and provide guidance on modelling and analytical assignmentsSupport senior bankers in business development activities and client relationship managementEnsure the delivery of high-quality work products within demanding timeframes Qualifications & Experience3-6 years of relevant investment banking experience, preferably within M&A, Natural Resources or an industry coverage group with substantial transaction exposureDemonstrated experience executing complex M&A, strategic advisory and/or capital markets transactionsAdvanced financial modelling, valuation and analytical skillsStrong understanding of accounting, corporate finance and financial statement analysisAbility to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation development and client-facing materialsWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.