Chief Capital Markets Advisor

Breakwater Strategy; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Breakwater Capital Markets is seeking a senior leader to serve as Head of Advisory, directing strategic direction, growth, and delivery of its capital markets advisory practice. The role blends corporate strategy, valuation, investor intelligence, and communications to shape client narratives and market perception.

The candidate will advise CEOs, CFOs, boards, and IR leaders, shaping strategic narratives and investments while driving growth and capabilities in a fast-evolving market.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant leadership experience in capital markets advisory, financial communications, IR, or related fields.
• Proven track record advising CEOs, CFOs, boards, and senior executives on high-stakes financial matters.
• Deep understanding of public equity markets, investor behavior, valuation, and market expectations.
• Ability to originate business, develop enduring client relationships, and grow advisory offerings.
• Strong executive presence, judgment, and ability to challenge and influence senior leadership.
• Experience building, developing, and leading high-performing advisory teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the strategic direction of Breakwater Capital Markets’ advisory business.
• Build and scale a premium advisory platform integrating capital markets expertise and investor intelligence.
• Oversee development of equity narratives, investment theses, and investor engagement strategies.
• Counsel CEOs, CFOs, and leadership teams on corporate strategy, financial performance, and investor communications.
• Lead and grow business development, client origination, and revenue opportunities.
• Establish standards of excellence and a differentiated market proposition.

Skills

Executive leadership

Capital markets advisory

Investor relations

Strategic judgment

Financial fluency

Business development

Client relationship management

Market storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/CFA preferred

Job description

Breakwater Capital Markets is seeking a senior leader to serve as Head of Advisory, directing strategic direction, growth, and delivery of its capital markets advisory practice. The role blends corporate strategy, valuation, investor intelligence, and communications to shape client narratives and market perception.

The candidate will advise CEOs, CFOs, boards, and IR leaders, shaping strategic narratives and investments while driving growth and capabilities in a fast-evolving market.