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Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

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Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required. Primary Responsibilities include: * Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required. Primary Responsibilities include: * Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives

Junior Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required. Primary Responsibilities include: * Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Kahului, HI · On-site

$17.50 - $19.60/hr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Canandaigua, NY · On-site

$16 - $16.15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$17.50 - $19.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$16 - $16.65/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Christiansburg, VA · On-site

$15 - $15.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$17.50 - $19.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Waynesboro, VA · On-site

$15 - $15.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Kailua Kona, HI · On-site

$17.50 - $19.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight

Essex Junction, VT · On-site

$17.50 - $19.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit ... Most shifts are physically active, and scheduling may include morning, evening, or overnight hours ...

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How much do overnight trader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight trader in the United States is $96,774.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an overnight trader?

An Overnight Trader is a financial professional who monitors and executes trades outside of regular market hours, often in international markets or for firms with 24-hour trading operations. They manage risk, respond to global market events, and ensure smooth transitions between trading sessions. This role typically requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of financial markets, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight trader?

To excel as an Overnight Trader, you need a strong understanding of global financial markets, quantitative analysis, and risk management, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Proficiency in electronic trading platforms, Bloomberg Terminal, and programming languages such as Python is highly valuable, and certifications like the CFA can be advantageous. Sharp decision-making, resilience under pressure, and effective communication are critical soft skills for this fast-paced environment. These abilities are essential for navigating volatile overnight markets, mitigating risks, and ensuring seamless collaboration with global teams.

What are the typical challenges faced by overnight traders, and how do they manage them?

Overnight Traders often encounter challenges such as lower market liquidity, increased volatility, and reacting quickly to global news events that occur outside standard business hours. To manage these challenges successfully, traders rely on advanced market-monitoring tools, pre-set trading algorithms, and close coordination with daytime and international trading teams. Adaptability and a strong focus on risk management are also essential in this role. Despite the demanding nature of overnight shifts, many professionals find the work rewarding due to its dynamic pace and the unique opportunities it offers in global markets.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Morgan Stanley Electronic Trading (MSET) Night Coverage - Institutional Equity Division - Associate

Morgan Stanley

New York, NY

$100K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Morgan Stanley rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 155 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 151 rated financial services


Job description

Overview

Morgan Stanley is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Morgan Stanley Electronic Trading (MSET) Night Coverage team. This role provides overnight trading coverage and operates on a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. ET.

The individual will be responsible for execution oversight and monitoring, risk management, performance analysis, and real-time decision-making to help deliver high-quality client outcomes while maintaining a strong risk and control environment. MSET is Morgan Stanley's electronic trading business, providing clients with access to global markets, electronic execution, and trading technology solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an industry-leading electronic trading business and work alongside a talented team of professionals across Trading, Sales, Technology, Quantitative Research, and Product Management. The role provides significant exposure to U.S. equities, futures, options, market structure, electronic execution, and risk management, creating strong opportunities for professional development and career growth within one of the firm's most innovative and strategically important businesses.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and oversee the execution of client orders across U.S. equities, futures, and options while actively managing trading, market, and operational risk.

  • Continuous monitoring of market conditions, liquidity, and platform performance, as well as exercising judgment when issues arise that require escalation or intervention.

  • Analyze execution quality and trading performance, identify opportunities for process improvement, and provide clear handoff summaries to the day trading team.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience on an execution desk, electronic trading desk, sales trading desk, or in a related role.

  • Ability and willingness to work overnight trading coverage aligned with Asia market hours rather than a traditional U.S. workday.

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. ET.

  • Strong understanding of electronic trading and market structure, along with familiarity with futures and options markets.

  • Analytical mindset, exceptional attention to detail, strong risk awareness, sound judgment, and a demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong trading judgment combined with a solid analytical foundation.

  • Comfortable working independently with a strong work ethic; disciplined, self-motivated, and capable of maintaining focus and sound judgment throughout the trading session.

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 https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $100,000 and $175,000 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: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.


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Since our founding in 1935, Morgan Stanley has been committed to serving local and global communities by being a market leader in Investment Banking, Securities, Investment Management and Wealth Management services. Our belief that capital can work to benefit all of society inspires us to put our clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, hold our business to high ethical standards, and give back to communities around the world through philanthropy and public works. We have a smart casual dress code and operate under a philosophy that balances work with your personal life. Our people's talent, passion, and expertise is the fuel on which our organization runs, therefore, our people are our greatest asset. Diversity and inclusiveness is a critical component for our success and it is our priority to continue building a firm that values the unique background and identity of every one of our employees, thus enabling our people to bring their full, and best selves to work each day. Teamwork is the essence of our approach, and so are the values of integrity, excellence, and enabling our people to achieve at the highest levels. We invite you to learn more about our commitment to diversity and serving our community.

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New York, NY, US