Head of Capital Markets Jobs
Head of Capital Markets jobs are open across investment banking, asset management, insurance, and corporate finance, at senior and executive levels, with specializations in debt capital markets, equity capital markets, and structured products. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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In this role, you will review and analyze financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimizing risks of non-compliance. You will craft and convey clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities. Your ability to validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback will be crucial. By directing teams through complexity and demonstrating composure in challenging situations, you will contribute to the overall success of our firm.
Responsibilities
- Leading tax compliance projects for banking and capital markets clients, confirming adherence to regulatory requirements
- Analyzing financial data to prepare and file accurate tax returns, minimizing risks of non-compliance
- Developing and implementing tax strategies to optimize client tax positions
- Coaching and mentoring teams to enhance their skills in tax planning and compliance
- Collaborating with clients to validate outcomes and incorporate feedback into tax solutions
- Applying systems thinking to identify underlying tax-related challenges and opportunities
- Drafting and reviewing tax documents to support client compliance and planning efforts
- Monitoring and analyzing financial trends to provide strategic tax advice
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients to address their tax needs effectively
- Promoting inclusion and diversity within teams to foster a collaborative work environment
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 6 years of experience
- At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating advanced skills in corporate tax planning
- Excelling in regulatory compliance consulting for banking sectors
- Utilizing analytical thinking to solve complex tax issues
- Leading teams in drafting and preparing tax documents
- Applying strategic questioning to enhance tax compliance processes
- Managing projects with a focus on financial statement analysis
- Building relationships through effective communication and influence
The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $335,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
In this role, you will review and analyze financial data, prepare and file tax returns, and assist businesses in meeting their tax obligations while minimizing risks of non-compliance. You will craft and convey clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities. Your ability to validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback will be crucial. By directing teams through complexity and demonstrating composure in challenging situations, you will contribute to the overall success of our firm.
Responsibilities
- Leading tax compliance projects for banking and capital markets clients, confirming adherence to regulatory requirements
- Analyzing financial data to prepare and file accurate tax returns, minimizing risks of non-compliance
- Developing and implementing tax strategies to optimize client tax positions
- Coaching and mentoring teams to enhance their skills in tax planning and compliance
- Collaborating with clients to validate outcomes and incorporate feedback into tax solutions
- Applying systems thinking to identify underlying tax-related challenges and opportunities
- Drafting and reviewing tax documents to support client compliance and planning efforts
- Monitoring and analyzing financial trends to provide strategic tax advice
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients to address their tax needs effectively
- Promoting inclusion and diversity within teams to foster a collaborative work environment
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 6 years of experience
- At least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant, Member of the Bar or other tax, technology, or finance-specific credentials may qualify for this opportunity
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating advanced skills in corporate tax planning
- Excelling in regulatory compliance consulting for banking sectors
- Utilizing analytical thinking to solve complex tax issues
- Leading teams in drafting and preparing tax documents
- Applying strategic questioning to enhance tax compliance processes
- Managing projects with a focus on financial statement analysis
- Building relationships through effective communication and influence
The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $335,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
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Who's Hiring
- RBC13
- JLL12
- Deloitte11
- Deutsche Bank10
- Cushman & Wakefield10
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services15
- Investment & Asset Management10
- Law & Legal Services3
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Retail1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head of capital markets jobs.
- 10 or more years of experience in capital markets origination, structuring, or distribution
- Demonstrated leadership of capital markets teams across origination and execution functions
- Deep relationships with institutional investors, underwriters, or rating agencies
- Series 7 and Series 63 or Series 79 FINRA licenses, or willingness to obtain
- Experience managing debt or equity issuance transactions from mandate through closing
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field, with an MBA or CFA preferred
Tips for Your Head of Capital Markets Job Search
Quantify deal flow on your resume
Head of capital markets roles demand proof of execution. List transaction volume, number of deals closed, and capital raised in dollar terms. Hiring committees compare candidates by portfolio size, so vague claims about leadership get screened out fast.
Highlight your investor and issuer relationships
Many postings explicitly ask for existing relationships with institutional investors, rating agencies, or underwriting desks. Name the relationship types you've managed without overstating access, and tie each one to a concrete outcome like a successful roadshow or pricing execution.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head of capital markets openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by product specialization
Debt capital markets and equity capital markets roles have different technical filters. Search separately for each specialty so you don't miss postings that use the product name instead of the broader title. Applying to roles aligned with your instrument experience gets your resume past initial screening.
Prepare for case-based technical interviews
Expect live deal structuring exercises, pricing walk-throughs, and questions on current market conditions. Refresh your knowledge of credit spreads, book-building mechanics, and regulatory frameworks relevant to your product area before your first interview.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
At the head of capital markets level, carried interest, deferred compensation, and signing bonuses can be as large as base salary. Enter negotiations knowing your target structure, not just a number, and be prepared to discuss vesting schedules and clawback provisions specifically.
Head of Capital Markets Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head of capital marketss?
The most active employers for head of capital marketss right now are RBC, JLL, and Deloitte, and the most openings are in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with market conditions, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture.
How many head of capital markets jobs are remote?
About 61% of head of capital markets openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the relationship-intensive nature of the role. Advisory and strategy-focused functions tend to allow more flexibility, while origination and execution roles that require frequent client and investor contact are more often based on-site.
How do you become a head of capital markets?
Most heads of capital markets move up from managing director or senior director roles within investment banking, corporate treasury, or asset management divisions. Building a record of leading large-scale transactions, developing institutional relationships, and managing origination or distribution teams is the path most hiring teams look for. Obtaining FINRA licenses early and developing cross-product fluency across debt, equity, or structured products accelerates the progression.
Can I get a head of capital markets role with limited senior experience?
Direct promotion from a director or managing director role in a specialized product area is the most common path, but candidates who have led a capital markets function at a smaller institution sometimes move into head-level roles at comparable organizations. Demonstrating ownership of a full transaction lifecycle, investor relationships, and a team, even at smaller scale, is what substitutes for years at a large-bank title.
What does the head of capital markets interview process look like?
The process typically runs multiple rounds, starting with a conversation with a senior recruiter or the CHRO, followed by meetings with C-suite executives and board members in later stages. Candidates are usually asked to walk through past deal experience in detail, assess a live or hypothetical market situation, and sometimes present a strategic plan for the capital markets function. Reference checks with former counterparties are common at this level.
Where can I find and apply to head of capital markets jobs?
You can find and apply to head of capital markets jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your product specialization and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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