VP Corporate Actions @ Asset Management Firm

Coda Search is working with a top-tier global asset manager overseeing more than $100BN in assets with offices in NYC. The team is seeking to hire a VP for its middle office team who will be hands-on within the corporate actions function, owning complex events end-to-end while partnering closely with portfolio management, trading, operations, fund accounting, and external service providers. The role offers broad visibility across the firm and exposure to senior stakeholders. This is a highly visible position at a world-class investment platform with strong internal mobility and long-term growth opportunities. Responsibilities Own the lifecycle of global corporate actions across equities, fixed income, and structured products, including mandatory and voluntary events Serve as the primary escalation point for complex or high-risk events, ensuring accurate interpretation and execution Partner with trading desks, portfolio managers, operations, and fund accounting to assess financial and operational impact of events Lead the election process for voluntary events and ensure deadlines and instructions are met across custodians and agents Oversee reconciliations between internal systems, custodians, and accounting platforms; investigate and resolve breaks Produce management-level reporting on corporate action activity, trends, and risk exposure Drive process improvement initiatives, controls, and automation projects across the middle office Mentor and develop junior team members, setting best practices and operating standards Assist with any ad-hoc projects across the group Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline 5+ years of experience in corporate actions, middle office, or operations within asset management, hedge funds, banks, or custodians Strong experience partnering with custodians, prime brokers, and market data vendors Proven ability to manage complex workflows and lead through ambiguity Excellent communication skills with experience interacting with front office and senior stakeholders #J-18808-Ljbffr Coda Search│Staffing