Vice President - Equity Operations/Middle Office

Vice President – Equity Operations / Middle Office

📍 Location: Jacksonville, FL (On-site)

Our client a top tier financial services firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Vice President to join their Equity Operations and Middle Office team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of equity trade flows, operational processes, and risk management, combined with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily trade support and settlement functions across equity products.
• Assist in mentoring a team of middle office professionals, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Partner with trading desks, technology, risk, and finance to streamline processes and support new business initiatives.
• Manage operational risk and implement effective controls and process improvements.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex trade breaks, reconciliations, and exception management.
• Drive automation and efficiency through workflow optimization and technology enhancements.
• Collaborate with senior management to align middle office strategy with overall business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (CFA, MBA) a plus.
• 10 years of experience within Equity Operations, Middle Office, or Trade Support functions.
• Experience leading/mentoring high-performing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment would be a plus.
• Strong understanding of equity products (cash equities, derivatives, swaps, etc.) and trade lifecycle.
• Proficiency with industry systems (e.g., Omgeo CTM, DTCC, Bloomberg, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a strategic impact within a growing operations team.