Frank Panella
About Frank Panella
Frank Panella serves as the Operations Lead for the AMER Region and Head of OTC and Fixed Income Operations at Squarepoint Capital, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in finance with experience in various asset classes and has previously held positions at Och-Ziff Capital Management and Goldman Sachs.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Frank Panella has served as the Operations Lead for the AMER Region and Head of OTC and Fixed Income Operations at Squarepoint Capital since 2015. In this role, he oversees operations related to over-the-counter (OTC) products and fixed income, ensuring efficient processes and effective management of trade capture and risk. His leadership contributes to the firm's operational efficiency in New York, where he has been based for nearly a decade.
Previous Experience at Och-Ziff Capital Management
Prior to his current position, Frank Panella worked at Och-Ziff Capital Management from 2012 to 2015 as part of the Swaps Team. During his three years there, he played a significant role in designing processes for trade capture, risk management, and reconciliation across OTC, Fixed Income, and Equities initiatives. His contributions helped streamline operations within the firm.
Experience at Goldman Sachs
Frank Panella's career includes five years at Goldman Sachs, where he worked as Structured Products Trade Support from 2007 to 2012. In this capacity, he supported structured products and was involved in various operational functions. His experience at Goldman Sachs laid a foundation for his subsequent roles in the financial services industry.
Education and Expertise
Frank Panella earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Fairfield University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His academic background in finance has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to navigate complex financial instruments and asset classes. He possesses extensive experience with various asset classes, including credit default swaps (CDS), interest rate swaps (IRS), mortgage-backed securities (MBS), bonds, volatility products, equities, and OTC products.
Achievements in Product Launches
Throughout his career, Frank Panella has been instrumental in launching new products with a focus on scalability and control. His strategic approach to product development has contributed to operational improvements and enhanced service offerings in the firms he has worked for, reflecting his capability in managing complex financial operations.