Senior Associate - Market Surveillance
About The Position
Rothera is building a prediction market in partnership with global brokerage and trading firms. Its platform enables traders to take positions on events and uses financial markets to generate information for leaders and decision makers. The Senior Associate - Market Surveillance will join the Exchange Market Regulation team, which enforces Exchange rules through market advisories, investigations, trade surveillance, and disciplinary actions. The role detects and investigates trading activity in derivatives markets for potential violations of Exchange rules and CFTC Regulations across multiple asset classes traded on Rothera markets. It also interacts with Exchange liquidity providers and provides guidance based on their changing needs. This is a full-time, in-person hybrid position. The position is not available for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent, indefinite basis.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of CFTC-regulated markets, CFTC Regulations, and trade surveillance platforms.
- 2–4 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to self-start, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent, indefinite basis.
Responsibilities
- Monitor trading activity in real time to detect suspicious trading patterns, manipulation, or abusive behavior.
- Conduct post-trade reviews and forensic analysis of flagged transactions; prepare detailed reports on findings and recommend appropriate actions.
- Assist in preparing responses to regulatory inquiries and audits.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of surveillance protocols and compliance frameworks.
- Work with Legal, Risk, and Technology teams to improve surveillance systems and compliance workflows.
- Interact with Exchange liquidity providers and provide guidance based on their dynamic needs.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
- Paid time off.
- Participation in a discretionary annual incentive bonus program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
