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At FCS Capital Markets Ltd, our team brings together talented professionals from Buy Side and Sell Side backgrounds, thriving in an international environment. We cultivate a dynamic, open culture that champions innovative ideas and projects. Here, individuals can excel and advance their careers with confidence.

Meet the team

At FCS Capital Markets, we pride ourselves on our diverse and talented team of experts, dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

Miguel A. Gonzalez

Global Managing Director
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Juan José de la Viña

Global Managing Director
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Chrissie Kendall-Jones

Global Director - Legal & Compliance
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Daryl Smith

Global Director Operations
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Vicent Mercer

Non- Executive Director- Legal
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Benjamin Zumstein

Managing Director – Switzerland
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Christopher Bealer

Head of Monitoring
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David Dudeney

External Compliance Advisor
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Philippe Esposito

Partner
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Óscar García Arroyo

Legal Counsel
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Paul Morgan

Head of Structured Products and Securitisation
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Francesca Inglima

Cross Assets Solutions Specialist
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Jack Kendall-Jones

Junior Broker
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Ermete Cinelli

AMCs and Cross Assets Specialist 
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Miguel A. Gonzalez

Global Managing Director
Miguel, Co-Head and Founding Partner of FCS Capital Markets, leverages over 20 years of financial services experience in brokerage and investment banking. Holding a law degree with special distinction, a Financial Markets Master’s from IEB, and certifications as a CIIA and CEFA, he is a Member of the Spanish Institute of Financial Analysts (IEAF). His leadership roles at Piper Jaffray, Renta4, and Andbank, combined with international experience, drive strategic sales and trading initiatives. As Managing Director, Miguel spearheads business development and front-office operations. Miguel holds FCA SMF3 Executive Director approval and Client Dealing status.
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Juan José de la Viña

Global Managing Director

Juan José, Co-Head and Founding Partner of FCS Capital Markets, brings over 20 years of expertise in institutional stockbroking, focusing on research and sales for Tier I and II European clients. With a Quantitative Economics degree, a Master’s in Finance from IE Business School, a CFA charter, a Master’s in Financial Markets from Madrid Autónoma University, and a Ph.D. in Economics from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, his credentials are exceptional. His career spans Santander Investment, Ahorro Corporacion, Banco Inversis, Renta4, and Andbank. As Managing Director, Juan José drives business and front-office strategies. Juan José holds FCA SMF3 Executive Director approval and Client Dealing status.

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Chrissie Kendall-Jones

Global Director - Legal & Compliance
Chrissie, Global Director of Legal & Compliance at FCS Capital Markets, brings over 30 plus years of experience in Legal-Compliance and Consulting roles within financial services. With a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B Hons) and a Master’s (LL.M) in e-commerce (e-banking/e-finance), her expertise spans regulatory authorisations, compliance advisory together with review with regards to regulatory default, risk framework management, aligned with the operational objectives of the FCA, together with its Principles and best practices. Holding FCA SMF3 Executive Director, SMF16 Compliance Oversight, and SMF17 Money Laundering Reporting Officer [MLRO], Chrissie holds oversight of the UK Back-Office and heads Compliance for our FINMA-approved Swiss office.
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Daryl Smith

Global Director Operations
Daryl, Global Operations Director at FCS Capital Markets, brings over 12 years of financial sector experience, supported by a comprehensive business degree. His expertise is enhanced by the Investment Operations Certificate (IOC) and numerous financial examinations, reflecting a commitment to professional excellence. Leading Middle-Office operations, Daryl ensures operational efficiency and strategic alignment. His dedication to continuous learning strengthens the firm’s operational framework. Daryl holds FCA SMF3 Executive Director approval and Client Dealing status.
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Vincent Mercer

Non- Executive Director- Legal
Vincent, a distinguished financial services lawyer, specialising in UK regulation and hedge funds. Starting as the London Clearing House’s first in-house lawyer (1983–1987), he shaped the Financial Services Act 1986, led risk management at the London Stock Exchange’s Traded Options Market (1987–1991) overseeing £6 billion daily and found his own firm in 1991. He was a partner at Speechly Bircham until 2013, General Counsel for SETL, Falcon Capital, and Starmark Investment Management. As Non-Executive Director at FCS Capital Markets, Vincent strengthens UK legal and compliance with his experience within key financial concepts.
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Benjamin Zumstein

Managing Director – Switzerland
Benjamin, Managing Director of the Swiss arm of FCS Capital Markets under Quaker Securities, brings 30 years of experience in brokerage, private equity, and fund management. Starting at Schroders Securities in 1994, he co-founded Quaker Securities (Switzerland) with the Sandoz Family Foundation, becoming Managing Director in 2008. Specialising in equity buy-side quantitative strategies, he has served on boards of Swiss and international firms. Benjamin drives institutional client solutions and regional growth. Ben holds FCA Client Dealing status and heads our FINMA approved, Swiss Office.
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Head of Monitoring
Christopher, as Head of Monitoring, brings over ten years of experience in Compliance Monitoring and mid-office Operations within CFD Advisory and Broking firms. His expertise spans Transaction & Communication monitoring, to include, Best Execution, MAR and TCF surveillance, Market Risk Assessment, CRM and client file management. Further, to include Transaction and Trade Reporting. Settlements, supported by CISI Level 3 Certificates in Combating Financial Crime, Client Money & Assets, and Level 4 UK Regulation & Professional Integrity and is currently pursuing the CISI Level 4 Managing Operational Risk Certificate. Christopher’s dedication strengthens team performance within the middle and back offices.
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David Dudeney

External Compliance Advisor
David brings a wealth of experience from a career in the financial markets spanning 38 years. Starting as a junior clerk in the back office of a major international bank, he progressed through a range of back office, middle office, and front office roles. From 1997 – 2007 he worked for the UK Regulator (now known as the FCA), relationship managing a diverse range of financial markets businesses including brokers, liquidity providers, alternative investment managers dealing in a comprehensive range of financial markets and instruments. Since leaving the Regulator in 2007, David has worked in senior management roles, including CEO, in derivatives trading and investment management businesses and now works as a Consultant providing advice and support on an as-needed basis.
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Philippe Esposito

Partner
Philippe Esposito, Partner at FCS Capital Markets, brings an outstanding legal background and proven leadership in the energy sector, with a pioneering focus on hydrogen. He holds a Law degree, a Master’s in Private Law and a Master’s in Business Law from the University of Toulouse. Philippe is currently President and Co-Founder of DH2 Energy, a benchmark in large-scale renewable hydrogen project development, and Co-Founder of Dhamma Blue, dedicated to sustainable hydrogen-powered marine mobility. Previously, he was during 20 years a business lawyer in France (Gide Loyrette Nouel) and Spain (Partner of Gómez-Acebo & Pombo).
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Óscar García Arroyo

Legal Counsel

Óscar is a lawyer specialising in Financial Services Law, with professional experience dating back to 2002. He advises a wide range of financial institutions, including fund managers, brokers, and financial advisors, across various European jurisdictions. He holds a bachelor’s degree in law and a master’s degree in financial Markets and is a member of the Madrid Bar Association. Oscar is the Managing Partner at LGA Law Firm and has been approved as a director of UCITS / AIFM Funds and regulated entities by the CSSF in Luxembourg and the MFSA in Malta. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

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Paul Morgan

Head of Structured Products and Securitisation

Paul Morgan, Head of Structured Products at FCS Capital Markets, brings over 30 years of capital markets experience, specialising in structured note design and origination. Holding an MA in Physics from Oxford University, his career includes pivotal roles at Morgan Stanley International’s derivatives group, RBS derivatives proprietary trading, and founding an independent derivatives market-maker. Paul drives platform growth, manages issuer relationships, enhances pricing tools, and oversees complex derivative structuring and ALM-driven solutions. His leadership strengthens cross assets and securitisation strategies.

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Francesca Inglima

Cross Assets Solutions Specialist
Francesca, Cross Asset Solutions Specialist at FCS Capital Markets, brings extensive experience from Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan, excelling in dealmaking and business development. With an MSc from the London School of Economics and a First-Class BSc from King’s College London, where she graduated top of her class, she expanded equity sales across London and Milan and contributed to major Southern European IPOs. Fluent in English, Italian, Spanish, French, and Greek, she enhances global client engagement. Francesca drives innovation in the AMC space from the London office.
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Jack Kendall-Jones

Junior Broker

Jack Kendall-Jones, as Junior Broker at FCS Capital Markets, strengthens the London-based brokerage team, supporting the firm’s steady growth and fintech advancements. Along with playing a key role in supporting senior brokers, his technical abilities and expertise drives data-driven marketing strategies and client relationship management, in line with the company’s innovative vision. Jack’s enthusiasm and professional acumen enhance operational and strategic objectives. His mid-office role is pivotal in advancing the firm’s competitive edge.

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Ermete Cinelli

AMCs and Cross Assets Specialist 

Ermete serves as AMCs and Cross Assets Specialist for institutional markets in Italy and Switzerland. With extensive experience in institutional sales at Banca Credinvest, he excels in distributing alternative products and issuing Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs) backed by liquid assets, including equities, fixed income, and FX. His client relationship expertise, honed at Allfunds Bank, is complemented by research conducted at Bocconi University and the European Commission. A Bocconi graduate with a Master’s in Economics, Ermete is fluent in Italian and English. His strategic approach and market insight drive tailored investment solutions for our clients.

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