Director, Compliance

moomoo • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

About Futu US Inc. Futu US Inc. stands at the forefront of financial services, housing two SEC registered broker-dealers alongside a cryptocurrency brokerage — all operating under the reputable wing of Futu Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: FUTU). Our core mission revolves around innovating the investing landscape through a digitized brokerage and wealth management platform that's designed to elevate the investment experience. Here's a closer look at our key entities: Futu Clearing Inc.: An SEC registered FINRA member dedicated to delivering top-tier clearing and execution services globally. Moomoo Financial Inc.: As an SEC registered FINRA member, we provide retail investors access to both U.S. and Asian securities markets, ensuring your investment journey is backed by expertise. Moomoo Technology Inc.: Offering a data-rich trading platform, we provide unparalleled insights and tools to enhance your trading strategies. Note that this entity is not a licensed broker-dealer. For deeper insights into our entities and affiliates, explore www.futuholdings.com or www.moomoo.com to discover the future of investing with confidence and innovation. Office Location: Dallas, TX or Jersey City, NJ This role must be based on the office locations specified in the job description, in line with our in-office work philosophy. Remote work is not available for this position. For more details about our in-office approach and expectations, please reach out to the recruiter.

Requirements

• Minimum of seven (5) years of compliance experience within a FINRA-regulated broker-dealer, clearing firm, or financial services organization.
• Significant experience managing or coordinating regulatory examinations, investigations, and information requests from FINRA, the SEC, and other regulators.
• Demonstrated knowledge of broker-dealer clearing operations and regulatory requirements applicable to clearing firms.
• Strong knowledge of trade surveillance and market conduct requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering regulations and financial crime controls applicable to broker-dealers.
• Experience working in complex, highly regulated financial services environments.
• FINRA Series 7 License – Required
• FINRA Series 24 License – Required
• Comprehensive understanding of broker-dealer clearing operations and related regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of SEC and FINRA rules governing broker-dealers and clearing firms.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple regulatory initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent investigative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight regulatory deadlines.
• Proficiency in managing large-scale information requests and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• FINRA Series 3 License – Preferred
• FINRA Series 4 License – Preferred
• Experience working within multinational financial organizations.
• Familiarity with affiliate clearing arrangements and omnibus clearing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment while maintaining a strong control mindset and commitment to regulatory excellence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordinator and project owner for all regulatory examinations, audits, investigations, and information requests from FINRA, the SEC, state regulators, exchanges, and other governmental agencies.
• Lead the firm's responses to routine and cause examinations, investigations, cycle examinations, and regulatory inquiries.
• Coordinate information gathering efforts across Compliance, Operations, Technology, Risk, Finance, and business units to ensure timely and accurate responses to regulatory requests.
• Maintain examination logs, regulatory correspondence, document repositories, and response tracking systems.
• Prepare and coordinate management responses, remediation plans, and corrective action initiatives resulting from examinations or findings.
• Conduct internal investigations involving potential regulatory violations, supervisory concerns, customer complaints, and other compliance matters.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and the Chief Compliance Officer regarding examination status, findings, risks, and remediation efforts.
• Provide compliance support and guidance across all clearing operations functions.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of clearing and settlement processes, securities movements, securities lending, customer account activity, margin requirements, books and records requirements, and operational controls.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of policies, procedures, and controls designed to mitigate operational and regulatory risks.
• Participate in new product reviews, operational initiatives, and regulatory change management projects impacting clearing activities.
• Possess and maintain a comprehensive understanding of trade surveillance programs and market conduct requirements.
• Partner with surveillance personnel to evaluate potential trading violations and determine appropriate escalation and reporting actions.
• Support responses to regulatory requests involving trading activity and surveillance inquiries.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of Anti-Money Laundering requirements applicable to broker-dealers and clearing firms.
• Support the administration and effectiveness of the firm's AML program, including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, and suspicious activity investigations.
• Assist with AML-related regulatory examinations, requests for information, and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with AML personnel to identify emerging risks and strengthen financial crime controls.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting broker-dealer clearing firms and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Written Supervisory Procedures and Compliance Policies.
• Participate in risk assessments and control reviews across business and operational functions.
• Support implementation of regulatory initiatives and strategic compliance projects.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with business leaders, affiliated firms, and control functions.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Paid Medical Benefits: We prioritize your health with a robust medical benefits plan that covers you and your dependents
• 401k Employer Contribution: We match your contributions to help you grow your retirement savings
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays: Take the time you need to recharge and pursue your passions with our generous paid time off policy
• Opportunities for Professional Growth & Development: Invest in your future through hands-on learning, skill-building, and cross-functional work
• Performance Based Bonuses: Your hard work deserves recognition! Enjoy performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions to our team's success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed