Compliance Manager – Examinations & Regulatory Governance

Sporttrade

Compliance Manager at Sporttrade overseeing participant compliance and regulatory governance. Ensuring adherence to regulations and maintaining compliance frameworks for market participants.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in exchange compliance and regulatory examinations, with a strong focus on the CFTC regulatory framework and FCM oversight. Capable of developing and maintaining compliance policies while effectively engaging with stakeholders and regulators.

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Exchange ComplianceCFTC Regulatory FrameworkRegulatory ReportingRisk-Based OversightAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ExaminationsCompliance Policy DevelopmentDocumentation ManagementAudit Trail ReviewGovernance Structure Evaluation

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationOrganizational SkillsJudgment and Independence

Industry Keywords

Futures Commission MerchantsCore PrinciplesRulebook GovernanceCompliance FrameworkDerivatives Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct risk-based reviews and examinations of market participants, including Futures Commission Merchants (FCMs) and other intermediaries.
Assess participant compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including supervisory and risk management frameworks (e.g., CFTC Regulation 1.11 and National Futures Association Rule 2-9).
Evaluate internal controls, governance structures, and escalation procedures of participants.
Identify compliance deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain documentation of examination findings and follow-up activities.
Oversee compliance standards and requirements for onboarding new participants.
Ensure appropriate documentation, certifications, and representations are obtained and maintained.
Monitor ongoing participant obligations and periodic attestations.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application of eligibility and compliance standards.
Manage updates to the Exchange rulebook, compliance manual, and related policies and procedures.
Coordinate internal and external review of rule changes, including regulatory submissions where applicable.
Administer participant certifications and acknowledgments related to rulebook adherence.
Ensure policies and procedures are reviewed and updated on at least an annual basis.
Oversee the Exchange’s audit trail review program to ensure completeness, accuracy, and retrievability of required records.
Conduct periodic and annual reviews of audit trail data and associated controls.
Coordinate with surveillance and technology teams to address data integrity issues.
Ensure compliance with applicable recordkeeping requirements.
Coordinate preparation of regulatory reports and filings to the CFTC and other applicable regulators.
Support development of materials for the Board of Directors and Regulatory Oversight Committee (ROC).
Maintain documentation supporting compliance with applicable Core Principles.
Assist in preparation of the CRO Annual Compliance Report.
Maintain and enhance the Exchange’s overall compliance framework.
Ensure alignment between written policies and actual practices.
Track regulatory developments and assess impact on Exchange rules and procedures.
Support internal training and awareness related to compliance obligations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in exchange compliance, FCM oversight, regulatory examinations, or similar roles within derivatives markets.
Strong working knowledge of the CFTC regulatory framework, Core Principles, and FCM supervisory requirements.
Direct experience with regulatory reporting, rulebook governance, and the development of complex compliance policies.
Ability to apply a risk-based approach to oversight with strong judgment and independence in assessing regulatory matters.
Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders and regulators.
Experience in sports trading or prediction markets (Nice to Have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits: Company pays 100% Employee premium and 50% Spouse & Dependent premiums
Short- & Long-Term Disability; Group Term Life and AD&D; Voluntary Life and AD&D
401(k) Plan
Flexible time off
MacBooks issued to all employees