Compliance Examiner

Department: OTC Derivatives ComplianceLocation: Chicago, ILTravel Requirements: 20-50%Job ID: 356LIFE AT NFA NFA is committed to creating an exceptional work environment. Learn from staff how NFA fosters a culture of diversity, ongoing learning and development, and work-life balance.When you join NFA as a Compliance Examiner, you will gain unique insight into the global derivatives industry and its regulatory framework, utilizing your critical thinking, data analysis and risk assessment skills every day.Bring your analytical and innovative mindsets. Bring your thirst for knowledge and learning. Bring a healthy skepticism and an eye for detail.Beginning your first day and throughout your career, you'll gain exceptional experiences, personalized learning and invaluable coaching and mentoring. We believe in nurturing talent to develop future NFA and industry leaders.What you'll do: You'll join a high-performing team of dedicated problem solvers to develop innovative investigative strategies in support of our important regulatory mission. Along with technology, you will leverage your human curiosity to analyze documents, procedures and financial statements. As a team, you'll evaluate your findings for possible compliance deficiencies or rule violations and provide insight on the corrective action needed.What we’re looking for: Detail-oriented, driven individuals thrive in this collaborative, analytical role. We value diverse perspectives and are looking for motivated applicants with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. If you're eager to apply your critical thinking abilities to serve a public good—supporting the integrity of the derivatives markets—and meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply to join our team as a Compliance Examiner.Bachelor's degree in a business-oriented majorNine hours of accounting, including an intermediate accounting classOverall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleAbility to apply the appropriate level of professional skepticism to assignmentsAbility to work effectively in a team environmentThis position requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire. Proof of vaccination will be required as a condition of employment. NFA complies with federal, state and local laws with respect to providing accommodations for individuals who are unable to receive the vaccine due to a medical condition or religious belief.WHY CHOOSE NFA?We understand how important culture is to an organization, and we pursue a culture of excellence where every NFA employee, regardless of circumstances, can succeed. Our workforce respects and celebrates each employee's diversity, unique values and abilities, all of which mold our creative approach to regulation. Most importantly, we believe that our diverse, inclusive workforce makes NFA a friendly, supportive and enjoyable place to work.MAKE OUR MISSION YOUR CAREERNFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the right thing; empower each other; and support our community. Envision your career in a place where performing critical regulatory work within the financial industry is as significant as the diverse, passionate and talented individuals with whom you work.Together, we will innovate regulation.BenefitsRead about NFA's generous and flexible benefits package that allows employees to balance work and life.Our CultureLearn about how NFA's culture drives our success.Our PeopleMeet NFA employees and learn about their careers.NFA CaresLearn about how NFA cares for the health and wellness of our employees and communities to promote the pursuit of excellence in our employees work.