A proprietary trading firm specialized in electronic option market making is seeking a Chief Compliance Officer to lead and oversee all compliance operations. The firm is focused on scaling and automating trading strategies with a diverse team of traders, developers, and researchers. The culture emphasizes data‑driven decision‑making, innovative problem‑solving, continuous learning, transparency, and collaboration.
What you’ll do
- Oversee trading activity to ensure compliance with federal securities laws, FINRA regulations, and internal risk policies.
- Serve as a trusted compliance partner to internal teams by offering regulatory guidance and interpreting relevant laws, rules, and exchange requirements.
- Draft, review, and implement internal compliance policies, with a strong focus on those governing trading activity.
- Conduct ongoing reviews of trading patterns and prepare reports highlighting compliance concerns or emerging risks.
- Cultivate productive relationships with regulatory bodies and other external stakeholders.
Qualifications and skills
Previous experience (1–4 years) in a compliance or regulatory role at an options market maker, bank, broker‑dealer, or similarly regulated financial institution.BS / MS / BA degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, or a related field.Series 24 license, or willingness to acquire it in an expedited manner.Familiarity with SEC and FINRA rules and regulations, especially 15c3‑5, trading activity, and trade reporting.Hands‑on experience with compliance technologies, including trade surveillance tools and regulatory reporting systems.Strong analytical skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment.#J-18808-Ljbffr