An electronic trading platform is looking to grow their team! The Compliance team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and ethical conduct.
About This Role
As a member of the Compliance team, the CCO will oversee all compliance aspects related to derivatives trading activities. The primary responsibility will be to ensure that the derivatives trading operations comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will provide guidance to business teams to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
Your Responsibilities
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with futures trading regulations, including those established by the CFTC, NFA, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Risk Management, and Product, to integrate compliance considerations into product development and business processes.
- Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on futures compliance matters, including regulatory requirements, best practices, and emerging trends.
- Stay updated on changes to futures trading regulations and industry developments, assessing their potential impact on our business, and proactively adapting our compliance program as necessary.
- Act as a subject matter expert on futures compliance matters, representing the Compliance team in internal and external discussions and regulatory inquiries.
- Manage communications with futures regulatory bodies, including the CFTC and NFA.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of experience in futures or derivatives compliance, with a comprehensive understanding of NFA, CFTC, and other regulatory requirements, as well as industry best practices.
- Strong knowledge of the regulatory landscape governing futures trading, including NFA, CFTC regulations, and exchange rules.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing effective compliance programs in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
- Comfort and experience in direct interactions with regulators.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technology-focused environment, with a proactive and tech-forward approach to compliance management.
