Head of Compliance

MyFunded Futures

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Chicago, IL - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At My Funded Futures were transforming the world of proprietary trading by giving traders the capital tools and community they need to succeed.

We blend innovation transparency and performance to create opportunity helping traders scale faster and smarter. If youre passionate about fintech financial markets and data-driven growth youll fit right in.

Explore our open roles below and see how you can help us shape the future of funded trading.

Purpose of Role

As MFFU seeks registration as an Introducing Broker (IB) and builds its own proprietary trading platform the Head of Compliance will be responsible for ensuring that these initiatives meet all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. This includes navigating NFA registration processes platform governance and proactively embedding compliance into product development and customer onboarding processes.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer the Head of Compliance will design implement and manage a comprehensive compliance management system that ensures adherence to applicable laws rules and industry standards. This leader will partner with executive management product trading operations and risk teams to embed compliance into daily processes enabling innovation while maintaining regulatory excellence.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for developing compliance frameworks that support MFFUs growth maintain regulatory integrity and protect traders partners and the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Leadership

  • Lead the design and ongoing management of MFFUs enterprise compliance program including policies monitoring and reporting systems.
  • Build and oversee a team responsible for operational compliance AML/KYC licensing and risk governance.
  • Ensure compliance with CFTC NFA and CME Group regulations and applicable futures and derivatives laws.
  • Ensure compliance with know-your-customer (KYC) account supervision risk disclosure and segregation requirements applicable to IBs.
  • Serve as the firms primary liaison with regulators external auditors and legal advisors.

Regulatory & Licensing Oversight

  • Manage the firms registration and licensing obligations as an Introducing Broker including NFA filings annual renewals and disclosures.
  • Develop IB operational controls in coordination with partnered FCMs including account reconciliation customer complaint handling and dispute resolution processes.
  • Oversee partner relationships with FCMs vendors and service providers to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain required reporting and recordkeeping frameworks ensuring readiness for regulatory examinations.

Compliance Program Development

  • Develop implement and maintain policies related to trade surveillance data protection risk management and conflicts of interest.
  • Establish robust AML/KYC procedures aligned with futures and brokerage operations.
  • Collaborate with product and technology teams to embed compliance by design into platforms and workflows.
  • Lead regular compliance training across all departments and promote a culture of integrity accountability and transparency.
  • Serve as the compliance stakeholder in the development of MFFUs proprietary trading platform ensuring integration of:
    • Trade surveillance systems
    • Customer data protection and retention protocols
    • Regulatory reporting (e.g. NFA/CFTC)
  • Risk management controls including pre-trade risk checks and margin controls
  • Partner with engineering UX and product teams to implement compliance-by-design architecture and user flows for onboarding trading and account management.
  • Develop compliance protocols for algorithmic and automated trading strategies including flagging suspicious or manipulative trading behavior.
  • Oversee cybersecurity compliance in accordance with NFA/CFTC guidance and future SEC/CISA expectations as platform matures.
  • Develop and maintain a compliance risk register for new products or platform features including emerging risks like digital assets API access and automated trading.

Monitoring & Governance

  • Review and interpret regulatory changes ensuring timely communication and adaptation within the firm.
  • Conduct internal audits and testing to identify assess and remediate compliance risks.
  • Report key compliance risks and trends to the COO CEO and Board of Directors.
  • Oversee investigation and remediation of compliance issues ensuring documentation and corrective action.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Law or related field required; advanced degree (JD MBA or LLM) preferred.
  • 10 years of experience in compliance risk or regulatory roles within a futures brokerage or fintech organization.
  • Deep knowledge of CFTC NFA and CME Group rules futures industry regulations and Introducing Broker operations.
  • Proven success in building or scaling compliance frameworks within a regulated or transitioning financial entity.
  • Strong understanding of AML/KYC requirements trade surveillance systems and data governance.
  • Experience collaborating with regulators auditors and executive teams in complex fast-paced environments.
  • Series 3 and/or Series 30 licenses (or ability to obtain within 120 days).

Preferred Experience

  • Prior experience registering or operating an Introducing Broker CTA or FCM entity.
  • Exposure to algorithmic trading or electronic market infrastructure.
  • CAMS CRCM or FRM certification is a plus.
  • Direct involvement in building or managing compliance for a proprietary trading or brokerage platform
  • Understanding of market data feeds exchange integration and pre/post-trade analytics
  • Familiarity with trading technology stacks such as FIX WebSocket or REST APIs
  • Experience with compliance tools such as Actimize NICE Refinitiv or similar surveillance systems

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity
My Funded Futures is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued respected and supportedregardless of race color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws My Funded Futures provides compensation ranges in job postings where required. Final compensation may vary based on experience qualifications and location. We also offer comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives.

Accessibility / Accommodation Statement

If you require assistance or an accommodation during the application process please contact our HR team at .


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