Extended Hours Surveillance Director

Nasdaq

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Extended Hours Surveillance Director, you'll lead a team of analysts responsible for protecting market integrity during overnight trading sessions in our 23/5 exchange environment. You'll play a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining fair, orderly markets during extended trading hours. You'll thrive in this position if you're a decisive leader with strong surveillance expertise, capable of making sound decisions under pressure in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Shift Details: Sunday evening through Friday morning, 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM (Eastern Time) Initial training (up to 3 months) will be conducted during standard hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in market surveillance, compliance, trading operations, or related regulatory functions.
• Proven ability to lead teams effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
• Strong understanding of equity markets, trading mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent decision-making skills with demonstrated sound judgment in complex situations.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA, CAMS, or compliance-related credentials).
• Experience in a regulated exchange environment or with market surveillance technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of analysts conducting real-time surveillance of equity trading during overnight sessions.
• Monitor and escalate suspicious trading patterns, market manipulation, and potential insider trading to senior leadership and regulators.
• Oversee identification of unusual price movements, volume spikes, and order book anomalies, ensuring timely intervention.
• Direct review of automated surveillance alerts and material disclosures from listed companies, with clear escalation protocols.
• Make critical decisions on trading interventions, including trade breaks and suspensions, balancing market protection with operational continuity.

Benefits

• We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.
• In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth.
• Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
• Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to: Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager