Executive Director & Head, Global ETF Marketing & Direct Partnerships
Morgan Stanley· Financial Services· Sep 9, 2026 · 2mo ago
New York, New York, United States of America
In office
Full-time
Director
$140K–$175K est.
10+ years exp
Job description
Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) is one of the largest global asset management organizations of any full-service securities firm, with more than 50 years of history, a presence in 26 countries, and a total of $1.9 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026.
MSIM provides broad-based specialization across a range of asset classes in public and private markets. Our independent investment teams leverage Morgan Stanley’s global resources to serve a diverse client base of governments, institutions, corporations, advisors and individuals worldwide. Our investment solutions include a broad range of alternatives, high-conviction active strategies, customization strategies, ESG expertise and tax management solutions. For further information about Morgan Stanley Investment Management, please visit www.morganstanley.com/im
The ETF & ETP business launched in 2023 and has grown to more than $16 billion in assets under management across 22 products, including five Calvert ETFs, three Parametric ETFs, 11 Eaton Vance fixed income ETFs and three digital asset ETPs.
The strategic and commercially focused Head of Global ETF Marketing and Direct Partnerships will lead all marketing and partnership initiatives across the rapidly evolving retail brokerage, direct investing, and fintech ecosystem. This leader will be responsible for defining and executing the global marketing and client coverage strategy for Morgan Stanley ETFs across key retail distribution partners. The successful candidate will serve as the senior relationship manager for leading brokerage and fintech platforms, driving strategic partnerships, platform engagement, and commercial growth opportunities that increase brand visibility, product adoption, distribution reach, and asset growth.
Working closely with Distribution, Product Development, Capital Markets, Wealth Management, and Global Marketing teams, this individual will help shape Morgan Stanley global ETF strategy within the digital wealth ecosystem and identify innovative ways to engage the next generation of investors globally. This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Morgan Stanley’s ETF business by building strategic partnerships, driving innovative marketing programs, and expanding the Firm’s presence across the next generation of retail investing platforms.
Responsibilities
ETF Marketing Strategy
• Develop and execute a comprehensive global ETF marketing strategy focused on the direct and retail investor audience.
• Drive awareness, consideration, and adoption of Morgan Stanley ETFs through platform marketing programs, educational initiatives, and investor engagement campaigns.
• Partner with product, distribution, and investment teams to develop differentiated ETF positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
• Identify emerging trends in retail investing and digital wealth management to inform marketing priorities and future growth opportunities.
ETF Channel Growth
• Build strategic ETF relationships with key retail brokerage firms in partnership with Home Office relationship managers, self-directed investing platforms, robo-advisors, fintech companies, and digital wealth providers.
• Develop partner-specific growth plans that align Morgan Stanley's ETF objectives with platform priorities.
• Originate, negotiate, and advance strategic partnership opportunities that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior partner stakeholders and executive-level engagements.
• Collaborate with Global Marketing and Distribution teams to strengthen platform presence and enhance product accessibility across partner ecosystems.
ETF Partnership Strategy
• Identify and execute high-impact commercial opportunities including distribution expansion, educational partnerships, digital integrations, content programs, and promotional campaigns.
• Drive initiatives that increase assets under management, ETF adoption, platform shelf placement, and client engagement.
• Evaluate new business models, strategic alliances, and emerging fintech capabilities that can create competitive advantage.
• Monitor partner performance and develop business cases for investment and growth opportunities.
Cross-Functional Leadership
• Partner closely with Global Marketing, Distribution, Product Strategy, Capital Markets, Analytics, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to execute strategic initiatives.
• Establish KPIs and measurement frameworks to evaluate partnership effectiveness and marketing ROI.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for initiatives spanning multiple stakeholder groups.
• Represent the ETF business in senior management forums and contribute to long-term business planning.
Requirements
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in ETF distribution, asset management, wealth management, fintech partnerships, channel marketing, business development, or related financial services roles.
• Deep understanding of the ETF marketplace, retail investor behavior, and digital wealth ecosystem.
• Demonstrated experience managing strategic relationships with brokerage firms, fintech platforms, digital wealth providers, or distribution partners.
• Strong commercial orientation with a proven ability to originate and execute growth opportunities.
• Exceptional relationship management and executive communication skills.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive initiatives across complex organizations.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and project management capabilities.
• Experience launching or scaling ETF products across retail distribution platforms, strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in direct investing, fintech innovation, and wealth technology.
• Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional partnerships and lead transformational initiatives.
• Passion for building and leading diverse, inclusive teams, where all individuals feel valued, respected and empowered.
• Ability to define and communicate a clear vision, align teams with organizational goals and drive long-term results.
• Navigates change with confidence, maintains composure under pressure, and leads through uncertainty.
• Sets ambitious goals, holds teams accountable and consistently delivers measurable results.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Who you are
• Operates with a strong sense of ethics and integrity in your interactions with others and decision making.
• Takes accountability and ownership in your work with a focus on long-term value creation.
• Track record of fostering a culture of honesty, transparency and accountability within teams.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams to deliver optimal solutions for clients.
• A passion for innovation, with a continuous improvement mindset to drive excellence.
• Respect for individual differences, with an openness to diverse perspectives.
• Engagement in community service, volunteering or corporate citizenship initiatives.
• Commitment to mentoring and supporting professional growth of others.
WHAT 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 morganstanley.com into your browser.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $200,000 and $300,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
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 : morganstanley.com .
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