Morgan Stanley
2027 Return to Work Program - London

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Return to Work Program at Morgan Stanley
At Morgan Stanley, we see great potential in experienced professionals who have taken a career break and are now looking to return to the workforce. We value the life skills and experiences you've gained outside of work and know you can bring a lot to our organization. Whether you’ve stepped away for personal reasons, professional development, or simply to recharge, our 16-week Return to Work program offers the unique opportunity to reintegrate into the workforce and build on your existing skillset.
Program participants are placed in business units that complement and expand their skills and experiences. Additionally, besides the on-the-job placement, you will receive training, mentorship, coaching, and professional development.
You don’t have to have a background in financial services to have a career with us. We welcome highly motivated candidates from a diverse range of industries and skills. We strive to create a spirit of inclusion by bringing together and valuing dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds, talents, perspectives, cultural identities, and experiences.
Since 2014, we have enabled over 750 individuals across nine cities around the globe to re-ignite their careers. Join us at Morgan Stanley to pursue your path to achieving your full potential and we invite you to apply for the Return To Work program in London.
What you’ll bring to the Program:
- You will currently be on a career break of at least one year (please note: the one-year eligibility will be calculated as of January 2027, the projected program start date)
- Be interested in returning to work on a permanent basis
- Have relevant work experience in our hiring divisions
- Display excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
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The Program:
Morgan Stanley’s 16-week paid Return to Work program is based in offices across EMEA, and will run from 18 January – 7 May 2027, and you will need to be available for the duration. The program is an opportunity for experienced professionals to re-enter the workplace and continue their career in a high-performing environment. During the program, all participants will network with colleagues and senior leaders from across the Firm and will receive training and support to refresh and add to their skills, whilst working within a team.
Upon completion of the program, participants may receive an offer of full-time employment depending on performance and business needs.
Application Process:
Please submit your application before the closing date of 2 October 2026. Interviews will take place during October 2025. If you have any questions, email: returntowork_london@morganstanley.com
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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Flexible Work Statement
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
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.
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