Compliance Analyst, Bullish Exchange
About The Position
About Bullish Bullish is an institutionally focused global digital asset platform that provides market infrastructure and information services. These include: Bullish Exchange – a regulated and institutionally focused digital assets spot and derivatives exchange, integrating a high-performance central limit order book matching engine with automated market making to provide deep and predictable liquidity. Bullish Exchange is regulated in Germany, Hong Kong, and Gibraltar. CoinDesk Indices – a collection of tradable proprietary and single-asset benchmarks and indices that track the performance of digital assets for global institutions in the digital assets and traditional finance industries. CoinDesk Data - a broad suite of digital assets market data and analytics, providing real-time insights into prices, trends, and market dynamics. CoinDesk Insights – a digital asset media and events provider and operator of Coindesk.com, a digital media platform that covers news and insights about digital assets, the underlying markets, policy, and blockchain technology. Reports to: Director, US Compliance & BSA/AML Officer Position Overview Bullish is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Analyst to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be a core implementer and resource, executing key compliance functions essential to maintaining a robust regulatory environment across our futures and digital asset trading operations. This role is critical in ensuring the firm's adherence to relevant CFTC, NFA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years of experience in a compliance, regulatory, or risk management function at a financial institution, preferably an FCM.
- Solid understanding of the regulatory framework governing U.S. futures markets (e.g., CFTC Regulations, NFA Rules).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory texts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with digital assets or blockchain technology and their regulatory implications is a significant plus.
- Experience with compliance monitoring systems (e.g., transaction monitoring, e-comm surveillance).
- Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, procedures, and regulatory standards (e.g., NY CRR Part 200 Virtual Currency Regulations, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC) and of federal regulations (e.g. FINRA and SEC rules) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing practical regulatory guidance on issues related to futures and trading, options, and margin requirements, specifically considering the integration of digital assets.
- Review and investigate alerts related to potential market abuse, AML/KYC, and other compliance risks, completing appropriate resolutions and documentation.
- Conduct ongoing monitoring of customer risk ratings, including PEP and sanctions screening results, and promptly address incoming customer complaints.
- Complete electronic communication reviews, ensuring adherence to record-keeping requirements and identifying potential compliance violations.
- Coordinate and prepare internal responses for regulatory inquiries, examinations (e.g., NFA audits), and investigations.
- Maintain and update the firm's compliance policies and procedures manual, ensuring alignment with current regulations and business practices.
- Monitor new and amended industry rules (CFTC, NFA, etc.), assess their immediate impact on the Bullish FCM business model, and contribute to implementing necessary compliance changes.
- Responsible for ensuring ongoing compliance filings, notifications and reportings are done in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations, including all required filings on the NMLS.
- Work with both Regulatory Affairs and US Compliance to support the US state by state MTL/virtual currency licensing process by ensuring that all filings are made via the NMLS to the state regulators.
- Participate in internal working groups and governance forums, providing necessary compliance advice and documentary support.
- Assist in the development and delivery of compliance training programs for relevant staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
