Clear Street appoints trading experts to senior positions as it bolsters UK operations

New hires include Kepler Cheuvreux’s former head of equity sales, and the ex-CEO of TD Cowen Execution Services.

Clear Street has hired four trading and execution experts into its UK leadership team as it seeks to bolster its presence in the jurisdiction.

Ed Tilly, chief executive of Clear Street, highlighted that these moves come as the firm looks to establish a strong presence in the UK, labelling the hires “a natural step in [our] global growth”.

He adds: “The addition of these leaders is another major step as we activate our mission.  Our success in the US illustrates that our client-centric approach sets us apart, and we remain eager to listen to our clients and expand where they want to see us grow.  Clear Street continues to attract top tier talent, ensuring our clients are in the best hands every step of the way.” 

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Among the new appointments is Luke Holmes, former head of equity sales, US clients at Kepler Cheuvreux, who has joined the firm as managing director, sales trading.

Holmes left the firm in September 2024 after five years, with his next role unconfirmed at the time. 
 
Clear Street has also named Matthew Cyzer head of markets execution. He joins from TD Cowen Execution Services where he most recently served as chief executive. 

Cyzer’s previous roles also includes stints as head of EMEA execution services at Deutsche Bank, head of Europe at BTIG, and co-head of European equity execution services at Goldman Sachs. 

Also joining from TD Cowen is Tarquin Orchard who has been named global head of event-driven strategies. He departed from the firm in August 2024 having most recently served as MD, head of international alternative equity strategies. 

In addition, Phillip Hylander has been appointed managing director, execution, following two years as chief executive of OREGEN Technologies.

“We are building a sustainable business in the UK with scalable infrastructure to ensure we continue delivering innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.  These leadership appointments reflect our dedication to hiring top-tier talent and driving long-term success,” said Jacinda Fahey, chief executive of Clear Street UK and Europe.

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