Head of Brokerage Operations Futures Introducing Broker
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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.
About the Role
Were launching a new futures Introducing Broker (IB) focused on both retail and professional traders. Our IB will leverage the infrastructure technology and brand reputation of our profitable proprietary trading firm to deliver a best-in-class customer experience and a modern brokerage model.
As the Head of Brokerage Operations youll lead the operational regulatory and technical buildout of the IB. This is a ground-floor leadership role with full ownership over establishing compliant systems teams and procedures under CFTC and NFA standards while designing scalable tech-forward operations from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory & Compliance Leadership
Serve as the firms Principal and Associated Person (AP) under NFA/CFTC registration (Series 3 and 30 licenses required).
Develop and maintain Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs).
Oversee all regulatory programs including AML/KYC trade surveillance financial reporting and business continuity (BCP).
Coordinate with clearing FCM(s) to ensure all give-up agreements data feeds and workflows meet compliance standards.
Collaborate with the FINOP to supervise Form 1-FR-IB filings and annual audits.
Partner with the CCO to oversee NFA examinations.
Operational Build-Out
Architect the operational backbone for a retail-facing futures broker covering account onboarding trade reconciliation and customer service protocols.
Select integrate and manage clearing interfaces OMS/EMS platforms compliance systems and back-office automation tools.
Build and lead a high-performing operations team capable of scaling to thousands of active accounts.
Financial & Risk Management
Work with the FINOP to ensure compliance with CFTC Regulation 1.10 (financial and net-capital requirements).
Maintain robust reconciliation segregation and reporting procedures for customer transactions.
Manage firm-wide risk and control frameworks covering operational and financial exposures.
Strategic Growth
Support technology development to deliver best-in-class tools for retail customers and enhance sales and marketing initiatives.
Source and establish new clearing relationships technology partnerships and retail marketing channels to drive growth.
Contribute to educational and promotional content compliant with NFA Rule 2-29.
Champion a culture of integrity transparency and client-first service.
Required Qualifications
10 years of brokerage operations experience ideally launching or scaling an NFA/CFTC-regulated Introducing Broker or FINRA-regulated Broker-Dealer.
Deep knowledge of CFTC and NFA compliance and audit processes.
Series 3 and Series 30 licenses (or ability to obtain within 120 days).
Nice to Have
Series 7 57 99 or 24 licenses.
Proven track record of building brokerage operations compliance and tech infrastructure from the ground up.
Hands-on leader with strong communication skills and a growth mindset.
Technical fluency in clearing systems order routing and regulatory APIs.
Bachelors degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
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 .
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Succession Planning
- Growing Experience
- Expense Management
- Management Experience
- Rackspace
- Laboratory Management
- Senior Leadership
- Operations Management
- Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
- Taxonomy
