Desk Analyst (West Power) - Fixed Income - Associate

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

1d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Analyst to join our West Power Trading Desk. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or an individual with up to two years of relevant experience who is looking to build a career in quantitative power markets and trading. The Analyst will report directly to the Head of the West Power Desk and will support the team's analytical, modeling, and trading activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Python or a similar programming language
Understanding of statistics and quantitative methods
Knowledge of options pricing and derivatives concepts
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Up to two years of relevant experience in quantitative finance, energy markets, trading, or a related analytical field
Participation in a quantitative finance, financial engineering, or similar graduate program
Interest in power markets and energy trading

Responsibilities

Support the West Power Trading Desk through quantitative analysis and market research
Develop and maintain analytical tools, models, and workflows to support trading decisions
Analyze market data, identify trends, and assist in evaluating trading opportunities
Apply statistical methods and quantitative techniques to market and pricing analysis
Collaborate with traders and other stakeholders to enhance desk processes and performance
Contribute to various projects related to market analytics, risk analysis, and trading strategy development