Compliance Associate

Surveillance & MonitoringMonitor and review trading activity for potential market abuse manipulative behavior or other regulatory violations using surveillance tools.Investigate alerts and elevate potential issues to senior compliance leadership.Position Limit OversightTrack and monitor firm and client positions to ensure compliance with exchange and regulatory position limits.Engage with internal stakeholders and exchanges to resolve issues and ensure adherence to applicable limits.Compliance Testing & ControlsConduct periodic testing to ensure the firm’s policies and procedures are followed, particularly around surveillance, trade reporting and position management.Assist in the development and execution of the annual compliance testing plan.Policy & Procedure ReviewMaintain and update internal compliance policies in response to regulatory developments.Assist with training staff on compliance policies and regulatory changes.Regulatory SupportSupport responses to regulatory inquiries and audits.Prepare documentation and reports for internal and external stakeholders as needed.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Legal Studies or a related field.3 years of experience in a compliance or trade surveillance role at a broker‑dealer, asset manager, or futures commission merchant (FCM).Strong understanding of U.S. and global trading regulations (CFTC, SEC, FINRA, NFA and international equivalents).Familiarity with surveillance systems (e.g., SMARTS, Actimize, Eventus or similar platforms).Experience with position limit frameworks and exchange rules across major global markets.Additional InformationExperience with both futures and equities markets.Working knowledge of algorithmic trading order types and market structure.Previous involvement in regulatory exams or inquiries.Proficiency in data analysis (Excel, SQL, Python a plus).Strong written and verbal communication skills.Remote WorkYesEmployment TypeFulltime#J-18808-Ljbffr