Client Details
Our client is a fintech company, based in New York City, offering an online brokerage platform that provides retail investors access to a wide range of financial instruments, including stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. It is recognized for low commission rates, advanced trading tools, and real-time market data, while also providing educational resources and customer support to enhance the trading experience. As part of a larger group, the firm operates in multiple international markets, making global trading more accessible.
Description
The Senior Compliance Consultant will be responsible for the following:
- Ensure regulatory compliance with FINRA, SEC, and broker-dealer regulations.
- Monitor and implement new regulatory developments.
- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inquiries and audits.
- Develop and update compliance policies and WSPs.
- Conduct compliance reviews of firm activities.
- Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation controls.
- Approve marketing materials and new products.
- Manage compliance monitoring and transaction oversight.
- Investigate potential regulatory violations.
- Oversee AML and KYC programs.
- Maintain information barriers to prevent insider trading.
- Monitor sensitive transactions for compliance.
- Manage conflicts of interest in research reports.
Profile
The Senior Compliance Consultant should have the folllowing background:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Law, or related field (MBA/JD/certifications preferred).
- 10+ years of compliance experience in broker-dealer regulations.
- Strong knowledge of FINRA and SEC regulations.
- Experience with regulatory examinations and audits.
- Active Series 7 and Series 24 licenses (Series 14 a plus).
- Mandarin proficiency preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Leadership experience in compliance functions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of trading systems and surveillance tools.
Job Offer
The offer for the successful Senior Compliance Consultant includes a competitive hourly pay rate plus benefits for the duration of a long-term contract with opportunity to convert to a Full-Time position.
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