Middle Office, VP

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone is one of the leading asset management firms in derivatives and complementary strategies. With approximately $12 billion of AUM and over 330 employees (as of December 1^st, 2025), Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Milan, Los Angeles, Stamford, and Boston.

For over 20 years, across market cycles, we have identified anomalies, tracked dislocations, and capitalized on opportunities to deliver for our investors. Our approach is built on a different way of investing, working together to innovate new strategies and solutions. Together, we explore the overlooked in the pursuit of lasting results for our clients.

With our sophisticated, global client base, we recognize that our success is deeply connected to real people. For that reason, we take a human approach to everything we do, focusing largely on collaborative performance. Our workflow and process are built around the belief that by sharing ideas, we achieve greater outcomes. This gives you greater access to resources, direct exposure to senior leadership, and new opportunities to experiment and innovate.

Overview

We are seeking a Middle Office Vice President to join our high performing team, primarily providing trade support to our Fixed Income desks. This role covers the endtoend trade lifecycle and supports a broad range of fixed income products, including cleared and bilateral rates, swaptions, FX products, bonds, repos, futures, and options on futures. 

The successful candidate will partner closely with Portfolio Managers and Trading teams to ensure seamless trade execution, accurate risk representation, and robust operational controls. This is a high impact role for a proactive professional who is passionate about markets and keen to leverage technology to enhance controls, reduce manual intervention, and drive automation across middle office processes. 

Responsibilities and Impact:

Trade Support & Lifecycle Management 

• Oversee real-time trade capture and ensure accurate booking across front-to-back systems
• Act as a key point of contact for Portfolio Managers, supporting risk monitoring platforms and troubleshooting data or system issues
• Monitor affirmation and matching platforms, ensuring trade economics, risk attributes, and booking details are complete and accurate
• Manage the full trade lifecycle, including post trade amendments, event processing, and issue resolution 

Stakeholder & Counterparty Management 

• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Technology, and external counterparties to ensure timely trade allocation, confirmation, and settlement
• Liaise directly with counterparties and custodians on corporate actions, providing clear and timely status updates to the trading and portfolio management teams 
• Escalate and resolve breaks proactively, ensuring minimal impact to trading activity and risk reporting 

Risk, Controls & Process Improvement 

• Support Portfolio Managers in maintaining accurate risk and P&L representation across systems
• Act as a control point for trade accuracy and operational risk, ensuring adherence to internal policies and market best practices
• Identify process inefficiencies and partner with Technology to deliver automation and system enhancements
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of middle office workflows, documentation, and control frameworks 

P&L & Valuations 

• Responsible for ensuring flash P&L being sent intraday is accurate
• Analyze PnL movements, explaining performance based on market moves, trade activity, and lifecycle events.
• Support and sign off T+1 P&L in line with the firm’s valuation policy, challenging pricing where appropriate 

Our future colleague has these skills:

• 4+ years’ experience in a financial services environment, preferably buyside, with solid rates exposure (convertible bonds beneficial but not required)
• Proven ability to process a wide range of fixed income products with direct counterparty interaction and clear desk communication
• Strong knowledge of the end-to-end trade lifecycle and associated controls
• P&L analysis and valuations knowledge specific to fixed income products.
• Proficient in Excel and experienced with the Bloomberg Terminal
• Interest in process improvement and automation; Python or coding exposure preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

Do you possess these Bonus Skills:.

• Intellectual curiosity, the openness to share ideas, humility, the highest ethical standards and a desire to excel are a few of the traits that it takes to thrive and be your best self at Capstone. 
• To thrive at Capstone, a keen curiosity about technology and artificial intelligence is essential, as we continually drive innovation and enhance our strategic capabilities.

Benefits & Compensation Information:

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well-being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this.  We offer a robust and competitive benefits program to ensure the well-being of our colleagues.

Some benefits included in this role are:

• Training and development opportunities
• Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial
• Time-Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits
• Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts

The applicable base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000 USD. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers - Capstone (capstoneco.com)

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Capstone’s Commitment

At Capstone, we value a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel appreciated and respected. Our commitment to a nondiscriminatory approach extends equal opportunities for employment and advancement across our programs, departments, and locations. We actively seek and appreciate a variety of life experiences and heritages and advocate for the amplification of all voices.

At Capstone, we're all about creating a workplace where you can thrive and make a real impact. We value innovation, teamwork, trust, and discipline, and we know you do too.

Experimentation: We love fresh ideas and encourage you to try new things. Here, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and help shape our strategies.

Collaboration: We’re big on teamwork. You'll join a supportive community where everyone’s input matters, and we learn from each other every day.

Trust: We believe in building strong, honest relationships. You'll be part of an environment where your contributions are respected and integrity is key.

Discipline: In our fast-paced world, staying focused is crucial. We commit to high standards and a disciplined approach, helping you grow both personally and professionally.

Be part of a team that values your creativity and dedication. Together, let's push boundaries and achieve great things.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Capstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment where we welcome people of different backgrounds. Capstone considers applications for employment without regard to all applicable protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, parental status, veteran status, or disability status.