Compliance Manager - FCM

Polymarket•New York, NY

2d•Remote

About The Position

Polymarket is building out its US Exchange operations, which includes standing up a registered Futures Commission Merchant (FCM). This role involves building a compliance program from the ground up, supporting the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) for the FCM, and owning the day-to-day compliance program. The responsibilities include keeping written supervisory procedures current, monitoring regulatory developments, and serving as the internal expert on the program's status against CFTC and NFA requirements. This is a remote, high-stakes, and fast-moving role for someone with experience building or rebuilding a compliance program.

Requirements

Direct compliance experience at a CFTC-registered FCM.
Deep, working knowledge of CFTC and NFA rules.
Proven experience drafting written supervisory procedures.
Ability to work independently and make sound judgment calls.
Clear, direct written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing an NFA or CFTC examination or formal inquiry from start to finish.

Responsibilities

Build and own the FCM compliance program, including all written supervisory procedures across trading and operations, and keep them current as CFTC and NFA rules evolve.
Conduct ongoing gap analyses against CFTC and NFA requirements and bring issues to the CCO with clear recommendations.
Draft, maintain, and update compliance policies and procedures as the business grows and regulatory requirements change.
Serve as the primary point of contact for NFA and CFTC inquiries, coordinating internal document production and ensuring responses are accurate, complete, and delivered on time.
Monitor regulatory developments across the CFTC and NFA and translate changes into concrete updates to our program.
Support the CCO on exam preparation, internal reporting, and any regulatory filings tied to FCM operations.
Work cross-functionally with trading, operations, and legal to ensure the compliance program reflects business operations.