Senior Fixed Income Compliance Advisor
Our client is a leading global quantitative investment manager with a strong track record across systematic fixed income, macro, and relative‑value strategies. As part of the firm's continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Fixed Income Compliance Advisor to provide front‑office advisory coverage to their fixed income and rates trading businesses.
This is a highly visible role partnering closely with portfolio managers, traders, risk, and analytics teams in a fast‑paced, data‑driven investment environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary compliance advisor to fixed income and rates trading teams, providing real‑time guidance on regulatory, trading, and market‑structure matters
- Advise on systematic and quantitative strategies across products including rates, credit, sovereign debt, derivatives, and related instruments
- Support the design, enhancement, and oversight of pre‑ and post‑trade compliance controls, including rule calibration and surveillance logic
- Provide compliance input on new strategies, products, and market entry initiatives, ensuring regulatory considerations are embedded from inception
- Interpret and apply relevant regulations (e.g., SEC, CFTC, FINRA, global market conduct rules) within a quantitative trading framework
- Partner with technology, data, and compliance engineering teams to translate regulatory requirements into scalable, automated controls
- Draft, review, and maintain relevant policies, procedures, and governance documentation
- Contribute to regulatory examinations, inquiries, and ongoing supervisory engagement as needed
- Deliver targeted training and guidance to investment and trading professionals
Candidate Profile
- 7 - 10+ years of experience in front‑office compliance advisory, preferably within fixed income, rates, macro, or derivatives
- Prior experience in a quantitative or systematic trading environment (or strong familiarity with quantitatively driven strategies)
- Deep understanding of fixed income products and market structure, including derivatives and electronic trading models
- Proven ability to operate as a credible advisor to senior portfolio managers and traders
- Strong grasp of U.S. and global regulatory frameworks impacting fixed income markets
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, commercial guidance
- Experience working closely with technologists or data teams is strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or JD a plus
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your CV and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organisations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your cv so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with cv and interview preparation. From customised support on how to optimise your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.