Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) is one of the largest global asset management organizations of any full-service securities firm, with 50 years of history, a presence in 25 countries, and a total of $2.0 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026. MSIM strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.

Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners (“MSIP”) is a leading global infrastructure investment platform established in 2006 with 40+ dedicated investment professionals based across three primary offices in New York, London and Melbourne. MSIP focuses on the acquisition of private infrastructure assets, with the potential for value creation through active management, located primarily within OECD countries. MSIP utilizes the team’s global network of relationships to source proprietary investment opportunities and work closely with portfolio company management to identify and implement operational improvements and value creation initiatives. Such opportunities may include corporate carve-outs, privatizations, undermanaged assets, assets with the potential for growth and select greenfield assets. MSIP primarily focuses on power generation & utilities, energy transition infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and digital infrastructure sectors. Since inception, MSIP has invested in 40 portfolio companies across four funds and holds over $17 billion in commitments across its four funds.

MSIP is seeking an experienced Associate to work closely with senior members of the MSIP team to evaluate new investment opportunities and support the management of existing portfolio companies. The experienced Associate will play a generalist role across MSIP's infrastructure investment verticals and will have meaningful responsibility throughout the investment lifecycle, including sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio management.

The role is intended for candidates who have transitioned from investment banking into private equity and are looking to continue building their investing career on the buy side.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on macroeconomic trends, infrastructure sectors, investment themes, and target assets.
• Build and maintain advanced financial models for valuation, transaction structuring, scenario analysis, and portfolio monitoring.
• Prepare investment memoranda, investment committee materials, and other presentations supporting investment decisions.
• Lead and coordinate due diligence workstreams with management teams, advisors, consultants, lenders, and other transaction counterparties.
• Evaluate prospective investment opportunities and assist in transaction execution from initial screening through closing.
• Monitor portfolio company performance, analyze operating and financial results, and support value creation initiatives.
• Assist in sourcing and origination efforts by maintaining industry relationships and tracking market developments.

Qualifications

• Approximately 4 years of relevant experience, including 2 years of investment banking experience and 2 years of private equity investing experience, preferably within infrastructure, energy, power, transportation, telecommunications, or related sectors.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
• Experience executing complex transactions and conducting commercial, financial, and operational due diligence.
• Infrastructure sector experience is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced investment environment.
• Superior attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present investment recommendations clearly and concisely.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and eager to take on increasing levels of responsibility.

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.

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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $175,000 and $225,000 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.

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