Morgan Stanley launches UK 'returnship' programme

We are delighted to report a new UK 'returnship' programme.

Morgan Stanley has just launched the Return to Work Programme London, a paid 12–week internship for professionals who have taken a career break and are looking to re-enter the workforce on a permanent basis. 
Note: application deadline is Sunday 15th June 2014

Location 
The programme is based principally at the Firm’s London offices

Dates
24 September - 17 December 2014 

Opportunities
Participants will be placed based on their skills and interests. A limited number of opportunities exist across the Firm in Commodities, Fixed Income, Finance, Global Capital Markets, Human Resources, Institutional Equities, Internal Audit, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Legal and Compliance, Operations, Research and Technology. On completion of the Programme, participants may receive an offer of permanent employment.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Around five years or more experience in the financial services industry or other relevant areas
• Interested in returning to the workforce on a permanent basis
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem solvers with strong analytical skills

Application Process and Deadlines

For further information and to apply see www.morganstanley.com/returntowork

The deadline is Sunday 15 June, 2014.

Questions

For any queries, email returntowork_london@morganstanley.com

Posted by Julianne

Morgan Stanley London launches Return to Work workshop

Returnship programmes are taking off in the UK! Companies are recognising that returning professionals are a strong talent pool and may need support to get back into corporate roles.

Morgan Stanley have just announced a Return to Work workshop on 20th May, [note 5/5/14: applications closed] prior to launching their own 'returnship' programme in September.

Morgan Stanley's workshop is targeted at professionals who:

• have been out of the workforce for over 2 years, particularly those who have been caring for their family
• have prior experience in financial services or a related professional field 

The workshop will run from 10am-4pm at the Morgan Stanley office in London E14 and will include sessions on CV writing, preparing for interviews and networking. The workshop is focused on building up confidence and skills in preparation for applications and recruitment processes.

To apply send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would like to participate in the workshop to:
Returntowork_london@morganstanley.com
The deadline is Monday 5th May. Places are limited and successful applicants will be notified by Monday 12th May.

Posted by Julianne