Director – Futures Commission Merchant, FCM

Crypto.com

FCM Director leading Crypto.com’s CFTC-compliant cryptocurrency derivatives compliance program. Overseeing prediction-market surveillance, AML/KYC, regulatory reporting, and automated controls.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeChicago • California, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory compliance within CFTC-regulated entities, including the development and execution of compliance programs aligned with CEA and CFTC regulations. Proficient in AML, KYC, and market surveillance practices, with a strong ability to advise leadership on compliance risks and regulatory changes.

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CFTC RegulationsAML/KYC WorkflowsMarket Surveillance ProgramsCommodity Exchange Act (CEA)Chief Compliance Officer Qualification

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Hard Skills

Regulatory Compliance Program DevelopmentTransaction MonitoringMarket Manipulation DetectionOrder Flow MonitoringCustomer Protection FrameworksRisk Rating MethodologiesAnnual Report SubmissionEvent Contract Market OversightSupervisory ControlsCapital Adequacy Monitoring

Soft Skills

Advisory SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Law, or Related FieldJ.D. or Master’s Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Futures Commission Merchant (FCM)NFA RulesCFTCFINRASECDerivatives Market StructuresBSA ComplianceProhibited-Insider RestrictionsCustomer-Fund SegregationRegulatory Filings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the compliance function for Crypto.com’s registered Futures Commission Merchant (FCM)
Build, execute, and maintain a regulatory compliance program aligned with CEA, CFTC regulations, and NFA rules
Author and submit the mandatory Annual Report to the CFTC and Board of Directors under 17 CFR § 3.3
Serve as primary point of contact for the CFTC and NFA during examinations, audits, inquiries, and regulatory filings
Advise executive leadership and the Board of Directors on regulatory developments, rule changes, and compliance risks
Establish and oversee market surveillance for event contract markets
Detect, investigate, and prevent market manipulation, spoofing, wash trading, insider trading, and abusive trading practices
Manage prediction-market regulatory issues, including settlement verification, event determination governance, and prohibited-insider restrictions
Monitor order flow, account activities, and position limits in real time
Oversee AML, KYC, and CIP policies in accordance with the BSA and NFA Rule 2-9
Direct transaction monitoring, OFAC sanctions rescreening, risk rating methodologies, and SAR reporting
Maintain customer protection frameworks, customer-fund segregation, and capital adequacy monitoring
Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Operations to embed automated compliance and surveillance controls
Review and approve promotional materials, marketing collateral, website content, and disclosures under NFA Rule 2-29
Oversee complaint handling, customer communications, recordkeeping, and supervisory controls
Report to the Chief Compliance Officer, Crypto Derivatives North America, and the Board of Directors

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of senior compliance experience within a CFTC-regulated entity (FCM, DCM, DCO, or Swap Dealer) or financial regulatory agency (CFTC, NFA, SEC, FINRA)
Deep understanding of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), CFTC regulations, NFA rules, and standard derivatives market structures
Hands-on experience designing and operating compliance monitoring, AML/KYC workflows, and market surveillance programs
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field
Prior registration or qualification to serve as an FCM Chief Compliance Officer under 17 CFR § 3.3 preferred
J.D. or Master’s degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
401(k) plan with employer match
Company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
Flexi-work hours and hybrid set-up
Internal mobility program offering diverse career alternatives
Supportive and collaborative work culture
Professional and personal growth opportunities
Equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion