Develop and maintain the LevFin analytics foundation and trading system infrastructure Expand business capabilities to incorporate new structured and unstructured data sources and build relevant analytics Design, improve, and maintain pricing and risk models across LevFin and SSG products Help design and implement next-generation AI-enabled workflow and AI alpha research tools to improve trading desk efficiency and idea generation Partner with traders, sales, and analysts to identify and execute trade ideas Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Tech, MRM, MRD, Finance, Ops) to align tools and analytics with broader business objectives 2+ years of experience in a quantitative or data-driven role within financial markets Proficiency in Kdb+/q and Python (or strong aptitude to learn) Experience with large-scale structured and unstructured data development preferred Familiarity with AI agentic workflow automation is a plus Understanding of fundamental credit and financial analysis (e.g., financial statements, earnings, market events) is a plus Self-motivated, detail-oriented problem solver, and able to manage multiple priorities independently Ability to communicate effectively across trading, sales, and support functions 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. 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 $110,000 and $125,000 per year at the commencement of employment for Analyst, and between $150,000 and $200,000 per year at the commencement of employment for Associate. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.