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Overnight Stock

Taneytown, MD · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Benefits include Employee discount Retirement plans 401K and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Health, Dental, Vision and additional insurance options Paid Vacation, Personal days, and Holidays ...

This will include overseeing the work of 2 more junior analysts as they support the Nasdaq Stock Market during overnight hours. Support tasks will include trading and technical support, oversight of ...

Remote Description This is a new position for traders that understand the Sportsbook business across various books as well as an understanding of the US Stock Market. Key Responsibilities • ...

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How much do overnight stock market trading jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight stock market trading in the United States is $192,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $285,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is overnight stock market trading?

Overnight stock market trading refers to the buying and selling of stocks outside of regular market hours, typically after the market closes and before it opens the next day. This can occur through after-hours trading sessions on major exchanges or on international markets that operate in different time zones. Traders engage in overnight trading to react to global news, earnings reports, or other events that may affect stock prices before the next trading day. It's important to note that overnight trading can involve higher risks and lower liquidity compared to regular trading hours.

What are some unique challenges faced by overnight stock market traders, and how can they be managed?

Overnight stock market traders often face challenges such as lower liquidity, increased volatility, and limited access to real-time information compared to regular trading hours. These factors can result in larger price swings and wider bid-ask spreads, making trades riskier. To manage these challenges, traders typically use strict risk management strategies, maintain up-to-date global news feeds, and leverage advanced trading platforms with after-hours capabilities. Additionally, collaborating with team members or mentors who have experience with overnight trading can provide valuable insights and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight stock market trader, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Stock Market Trader, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, and typically a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Mastery of trading platforms such as Bloomberg Terminal, MetaTrader, and familiarity with risk management systems or certifications like FINRA Series 7 are highly valuable. Quick decision-making, stress management, and strong attention to detail are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial because overnight traders must act swiftly and accurately in volatile markets to capitalize on opportunities and minimize risk.

What is the difference between Overnight Stock Market Trading vs Day Trader?

AspectOvernight Stock Market TradingDay Trader
Work HoursTypically involves holding positions overnight, trading outside regular market hoursTrades within market hours, closing all positions by end of day
Required CredentialsBasic brokerage account, some knowledge of market analysisSimilar credentials, often with advanced trading strategies
Work EnvironmentOnline trading platforms, home or office setupSame, with a focus on intraday market movements
Industry UsageCommon in retail trading, hedge funds, and proprietary trading firmsPopular among active individual traders and day trading firms

Overnight Stock Market Trading involves holding positions overnight, requiring knowledge of market trends and risk management for extended periods. Day Traders focus on executing trades within market hours, closing all positions daily. Both roles demand similar credentials and work environments but differ mainly in trading timeframes and strategies.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Stock Market Trading job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $192,500 per year, or $92.5 per hour.

Stock Surveillance Analytical Researcher

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$51K - $51K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

STOCK SURVEILLANCE ANALYTICAL RESEARCHER


This position is based in New York, NY


About Us

Innisfree M&A Incorporated is the premier high-stakes shareholder engagement firm. We deliver shareholder intelligence, strategic advice and proxy solicitation services to the world’s leading corporations and investors when it matters most. Our proprietary ActiveIQ™ methodology sets us apart from traditional proxy solicitation and stockwatch firms, going far beyond simply tracking activity in a company’s stock to providing critical information, best-in-class analytics and actionable recommendations to our clients. We provide expert advice on a wide range of matters, including investor relations, shareholder activism, executive compensation proposals, and corporate governance issues. Our track record in major corporate campaigns is unrivaled: we are the crisis-proven experts.

Rankings


  • Bloomberg Activism Scorecard: Top Global Proxy Solicitation Firm by Company Representations – 2024, for seventh consecutive year
  • Corporate Control Alert: #1 Proxy Solicitor in M&A deals with a value of $100 million or more – 2024
  • 13D Monitor Qualitative League Table: Most Respected Proxy Solicitor – 2024
  • LSEG Activism League Global Rankings: #1 Proxy Solicitor – 2023 for third consecutive year 
  • Diligent Market Intelligence Shareholder Activism Annual Review: Top Proxy Solicitation Firm by Total Company Representations – 2017-2023 

Why Join Us

If you’re insightful, savvy, creative, dedicated, skillful and frank, you’ll thrive on our team of dedicated and collegial professionals. You’ll play a critical role in prominent corporate and financial events, from complex mergers to ESG-fueled activist campaigns to contested situations.  You’ll support and guide our clients through all aspects of successful shareholder engagements. Every day, you’ll master new challenges with diverse opportunities for continuous learning.

When you join Innisfree M&A, you’ll have:


  • Shared commitment to excellence

  • Highly competitive compensation

  • Mentorship and support

  • Variety in your workday

  • Chance to make a direct impact

  • Respectful workplace

  • A team that cares about your development and well-being

  • Top-flight benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical/dental/disability/life insurance, generous time off, paid parental leave and 401(k) plan with profit-sharing

Analytical Researcher Overview

As Analytical Researcher, you’ll work closely with senior Stock Market Analysts to analyze equity markets and client companies’ stock market trading /stock ownership data. You’ll support the Stock Market Analyst team to provide in-depth reports explaining stock ownership changes, trading volumes and other market activity. Your advanced data analysis and programming skills will enable you to contribute to insights used by C-Suite executives to make actionable decisions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Statistics or related field
  • A minimum of one year relative work experience
  • Understanding of the stock market, financial instruments and the investment process
  • Understanding of stock valuation methods
  • Ability to analyze large, complex and dynamic data sets
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-direction and initiative
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and multiple project team requests
  • Strong written and oral business communications skills
  • Ability to work as a collaborative team member
  • Advanced-level MS Office skills, including PowerPoint and Excel
  • U.S. employment authorization without current or future need for sponsorship

 Other helpful background

  • Experience using platforms/languages such as Tableau, VBA, SQL or Python
  • Related internship, industry or academic experience
  • Experience working with financial data from sources such as Bloomberg and FactSet
  • CFA charter or enrollment in CFA program
  • Familiarity with option trading
  • Technical analysis

Accountabilities

  • Import client shareholder and settlement data
  • Summarize market developments
  • Analyze investor buying and selling activity to support client investor relations initiatives
  • Analyze settlement activity to derive institutional buyers and sellers of shares
  • Generate research updates, analytical reports and client presentations

Flexible, safe options for remote and on-site work

At Innisfree, we deliver high-quality results for our clients while maintaining staff work/life balance and personal connections with colleagues.

While the majority of work is done remotely, this is a hybrid position which will require on-site presence, in-person training, and collaboration with other team members on a regular basis. In addition, employees may be asked to attend client meetings, in-person team building exercises, and firm gatherings.


Compensation:


A base salary will be offered commensurate with a candidate’s prior experience.  Candidate will be eligible for the firm’s annual merit-based bonus program and will participate in its (currently) 100% employer-paid medical/dental/disability/life insurance plans and its discretionary profit-sharing 401(k) plan. Base Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Commitment to Diversity


Innisfree is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Innisfree values inclusion of individuals of all different races, genders, gender expression, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and physical capabilities, in the belief that a culture of diversity will foster innovation, intelligence and imagination—and ultimately excellence—to the benefit of our employees, society and clients.