Barbara Bernstein

Barbara Bernstein is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Magnetar Capital, where she oversees the firm's human resources, office services, and Magnetar Capital Foundation philanthropic work. She is a member of the Management and Operations Committees and serves as the Magnetar Capital Foundation’s secretary.

Barbara is responsible for supporting and advising the business on all aspects of people, culture, and organizational change. She oversees talent acquisition and retention, employee onboarding and professional development, compensation and benefits, culture-building initiatives, diversity and inclusion, and community relations efforts, among others.

Throughout her time with Magnetar, Barbara has worked tirelessly to create a firm-wide culture where employees feel empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Today, approximately 60 percent of Magnetar employees have been with the firm for more than five years – a testament to her leadership.