Jose Echaniz
Managing Director Head of Product Control at Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP
About
Jose Echaniz is a Managing Director at Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP, based in New York. He oversees Product Control, a key operational function responsible for ensuring the integrity of investment valuations and portfolio reporting across the firm’s global multi-strategy platforms. His current responsibilities involve working closely with finance, operations, and middle-office teams to support complex fund structures and trading strategies.
Echaniz’s role spans multiple asset classes managed by Davidson Kempner, which include credit, equities, real estate, and structured products, though his expertise centers on product control functions rather than direct sector-specific investment. By maintaining robust controls and financial oversight, he plays a critical part in risk management and accurate performance assessment across diverse investments in both liquid and alternative sectors.
While previous positions and educational credentials for Echaniz are not publicly detailed in available sources, his senior leadership role and longtime presence at the firm indicate deep expertise in finance operations and investment management. His contributions help drive Davidson Kempner’s reputation for operational excellence and reliability within the asset management industry.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson Kempner Capital Management | Managing Director Head of Product Control | Jan 2011 to Present | — | 
| The D. E. Shaw Group | Head of Pricing | May 2008 to May 2011 | — | 
| Credit Suisse | Valuation Risk Group | Jan 2005 to Jan 2008 | — | 
| Morgan Stanley | Valuation Risk Group | Jan 2004 to Jan 2005 | — | 
| Barclays Investment Bank | US Credit Head of Valuations | Jan 2001 to Jan 2003 | — | 
Education
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
Economics
1982 — 1987
Others at Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP (17)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| Managing Director, Fund and Corporate Accounting | New York, NY , United States | |
| Information Technology and Investment Researcher Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Partner | New York, NY , United States | |
| DDana Pitta | Vice President Private Deal Support | Verona, NJ , United States | 
| Vice President | Global Head of New Accounts | New York, NY , United States | |
| GGovind Donthi | Principal | Short Hills, NJ , United States | 
| Operating Principal | London, United Kingdom | |
| Vice President, US Head of HR Business Partners and Recruitment | New York, NY , United States | |
| Operating Partner | New York, NY , United States | |
| PPaige Grossman | Vice President | New York, NY , United States |