Sydney Holmes
About Sydney Holmes
Sydney Holmes is the Assistant Vice President - Fixed Income Sales COO at Jefferies, based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Title at Jefferies
Sydney Holmes currently holds the position of Assistant Vice President - Fixed Income Sales COO at Jefferies since 2023. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, they oversee operations and compliance within the Fixed Income Sales division. This role places them at the center of strategizing and executing sales initiatives within the fixed income sector.
Professional Experience at Jefferies
Prior to their current role, Sydney Holmes served as Associate - Fixed Income Sales COO at Jefferies from 2020 to 2023 in New York, New York. Before becoming an Associate, they were employed as Analyst - Fixed Income Sales COO at Jefferies from 2019 to 2020. In these roles, they gained hands-on experience in the operations of fixed income sales, contributing to the overall performance and efficiency of the department.
Consultant at Capco
From 2017 to 2019, Sydney Holmes worked at Capco as a Consultant in the Greater New York City Area. At Capco, they were involved in managing and delivering banking and financial services projects. Their responsibilities included advising clients on best practices, project implementation, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Education at Elon University
Sydney Holmes earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Finance from the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business at Elon University. They attended the university from 2013 to 2017. Their education provided a strong foundation in financial principles and business management, preparing them for a successful career in finance.
Early Career and Internships
Sydney Holmes began their career with a series of internships and roles that provided a diverse range of experiences. At FIS, they worked as a Banking Compliance Summer Intern from 2014 to 2016 in Canton, MA, focusing on compliance within the banking sector. In 2014, they also worked at Elon University’s Financial Planning Office for three months, gaining exposure to academic finance and planning processes.