Investment Banking, Capital Markets Operations, Account Onboarding (Associate/Vice President)

Job Purpose: BTIG is seeking a Capital Markets Operations Associate / Vice President focused on account onboarding and account lifecycle management. This role is responsible for end-to-end onboarding and opening of DVP (Delivery versus Payment) and Cash-Custody accounts across multiple clearing firms, ongoing account maintenance, and broader administrative workflows that support Capital Markets coverage and governance. The position requires strong operational execution, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate across internal stakeholders (Sales, Trading, Syndicate, Capital Markets, Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance, Technology) and external clearing firms to ensure accounts are opened and maintained accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with firm policies and applicable regulatory requirements. Duties & Responsibilities: Account Onboarding & Account Opening (DVP / Cash-Custody; Multi-Clearing Firm) Manage end-to-end onboarding for institutional and corporate clients from intake through account activation and post-opening validation. Open and establish DVP and Cash-Custody accounts across multiple clearing firms , including coordinating requirements, forms, and clearing firm-specific processes. Own the NIGO resolution process: identify documentation gaps, communicate requirements to stakeholders, and drive timely completion. Validate and ensure accuracy of account data and setup parameters (e.g., legal entity name, tax status, addresses, authorized contacts/signers, and settlement instructions/SSIs). Maintain clear onboarding documentation, checklists, and audit-ready records aligned with internal policy and control expectations. Account Maintenance / Client Account Services Perform ongoing account maintenance, including: Refreshing documentation (periodic and event-driven updates) Name and address changes and related data updates Updates to authorized contacts/signatories, account attributes, and settlement details as needed Ensure all maintenance requests are properly approved, documented, and updated across internal systems and clearing firm platforms, as applicable. Serve as a point of escalation for time-sensitive account issues impacting trading, settlement, or client experience. Month-End Statement Delivery & Delivery Preference Requests Manage month-end statement delivery requests , including changes to recipients, delivery method, and statement access troubleshooting. Coordinate with clearing firms and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely statement delivery and issue resolution. Corporate Account-Related Operational Support (ATM Programs / Buybacks / Legal & Compliance Requests) Coordinate and track corporate account-related items, partnering closely with Legal and Compliance on request intake, documentation, and execution readiness. Support operational requirements connected to ATMs (at-the-market programs) and issuer buybacks , including account setup readiness, process coordination, and recordkeeping in line with internal policy and required approvals. Administrative Responsibilities / Governance (Including CRM Coverage Approvals) Manage broader administrative and control processes supporting account governance, including the CRM account coverage approval process : Intake and validation of coverage requests Routing for approvals consistent with firm policy Documenting outcomes and ensuring accurate CRM updates Support periodic reviews, data quality initiatives, and operational documentation/procedures tied to account lifecycle governance. Controls, Risk Management & Process Improvement Ensure adherence to firm policies, clearing firm requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Identify operational risks (e.g., inaccurate SSIs, incomplete documentation, unauthorized changes, statement delivery errors) and escalate appropriately. Track and report onboarding volumes, cycle times, NIGO trends, and service performance; recommend improvements to reduce friction and improve controls. (VP-leve…