Marisa Gondrez is the Head of U.S. Legal and the New York Director of Operations for Maven Securities U.S. Limited, a market-leading proprietary trading firm. In her dual role she is responsible for all legal matters relating to Maven’s U.S. business, including oversight of the firm’s proprietary trading and market-making activities, regulatory compliance, and broker-dealer operations. As Director of Operations, Marisa also ensures the effective use of resources and smooth day-to-day operations of Maven’s New York office, helping to strengthen the company’s footprint in the U.S. market.
Marisa has more than two decades of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Maven, she served for over ten years as General Counsel for Portfolio and Corporate Finance at Sculptor Capital Management (formerly Och-Ziff Capital Management), where she advised on a wide range of corporate, transactional, and regulatory issues. Earlier in her career, she practiced law as an Associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP and Dewey Ballantine LLP.
Marisa has deep expertise in the negotiation, structuring, and documentation of complex transactions. Her experience spans over-the-counter and exchange-traded derivatives, financing arrangements, investment management matters, broker-dealer compliance, employment law, and general corporate governance. Known for her ability to navigate complex legal frameworks while supporting business growth, she has been a trusted advisor to both executives and investment professionals.
Marisa earned a Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School and a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Japanese from Tufts University.
