Director, Compliance Regulatory

About Futu US Inc. Futu US Inc. stands at the forefront of financial services, housing twoSECregistered broker-dealers alongside a cryptocurrencybrokerage— all operating under the reputable wing of Futu Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: FUTU). Our core mission revolves around innovating the investing landscape through a digitized brokerage andwealth managementplatform that's designed to elevate the investment experience. Here's a closer look at our key entities: Futu Clearing Inc.: An SEC registered FINRA member dedicated to delivering top-tier clearing and execution services globally. Moomoo Financial Inc.: As an SEC registered FINRA member, we provide retail investors access to both U.S. and Asian securities markets, ensuring your investment journey is backed by expertise. Moomoo Technology Inc.: Offering a data-rich trading platform, we provide unparalleled insights and tools to enhance your trading strategies. Note that this entity is not a licensed broker-dealer. For deeper insights into our entities and affiliates, exploreorto discover the future of investing with confidence and innovation. Office Location: Dallas, TX or Jersey City, NJ This role must be based on the office locations specified in the job description, in line with our in-office work philosophy. Remote work is not available for this position. For more details about our in-office approach and expectations, please reach out to the recruiter. Position Summary The Director of Compliance will play a critical leadership role within the Compliance Department and will be responsible for managing regulatory examinations, inquiries, and investigations involving FINRA, the SEC, state securities regulators, and other regulatory agencies. The successful candidate must possess extensive knowledge of broker-dealer clearing operations, regulatory requirements applicable to clearing firms, and experience in compliance investigations, trade surveillance, anti-money laundering, and regulatory reporting. This position requires strong leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and the capability to work effectively within a global organization. Primary Responsibilities Regulatory Examinations and Investigations Serve as the primary coordinator and project owner for all regulatory examinations, audits, investigations, and information requests from FINRA, the SEC, state regulators, exchanges, and other governmental agencies. Lead the firm's responses to routine and cause examinations, investigations, cycle examinations, and regulatory inquiries. Coordinate information gathering efforts across Compliance, Operations, Technology, Risk, Finance, and business units to ensure timely and accurate responses to regulatory requests. Maintain examination logs, regulatory correspondence, document repositories, and response tracking systems. Prepare and coordinate management responses, remediation plans, and corrective action initiatives resulting from examinations or findings. Conduct internal investigations involving potential regulatory violations, supervisory concerns, customer complaints, and other compliance matters. Provide regular updates to senior management and the Chief Compliance Officer regarding examination status, findings, risks, and remediation efforts. Clearing Operations Compliance Oversight Provide compliance support and guidance across all clearing operations functions. Maintain a thorough understanding of clearing and settlement processes, securities movements, securities lending, customer account activity, margin requirements, books and records requirements, and operational controls. Assist in the development and enhancement of policies, procedures, and controls designed to mitigate operational and regulatory risks. Participate in new product reviews, operational initiatives, and regulatory change management projects impacting clearing activities. Trade Surveillance and Market Conduct Possess and maintain a comprehensive understanding of trade surveillance programs and market conduct requirements. Partner with surveillance personnel to evaluate potential trading violations and determine appropriate escalation and reporting actions. Support responses to regulatory requests involving trading activity and surveillance inquiries. Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes Compliance Maintain a thorough understanding of Anti-Money Laundering requirements applicable to broker-dealers and clearing firms. Support the administration and effectiveness of the firm's AML program, including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, and suspicious activity investigations. Assist with AML-related regulatory examinations, requests for information, and remediation efforts. Collaborate with AML personnel to identify emerging risks and strengthen financial crime controls. General Compliance Responsibilities Monitor regulatory developments affecting broker-dealer clearing firms and assess their impact on the organization. Assist in the development and maintenance of Written Supervisory Procedures and Compliance Policies. Participate in risk assessments and control reviews across business and operational functions. Support implementation of regulatory initiatives and strategic compliance projects. Develop and maintain productive relationships with business leaders, affiliated firms, and control functions. Promote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization. Qualifications Required Experience Minimum of seven (5) years of compliance experience within a FINRA-regulated broker-dealer, clearing firm, or financial services organization. Significant experience managing or coordinating regulatory examinations, investigations, and information requests from FINRA, the SEC, and other regulators. Demonstrated knowledge of broker-dealer clearing operations and regulatory requirements applicable to clearing firms. Strong knowledge of trade surveillance and market conduct requirements. Strong knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering regulations and financial crime controls applicable to broker-dealers. Experience working in complex, highly regulated financial services environments. Licensing Requirement FINRA Series 7 License – Required FINRA Series 24 License – Required FINRA Series 3 License – Preferred FINRA Series 4 License – Preferred Knowledge and Skills Comprehensive understanding of broker-dealer clearing operations and related regulatory requirements. Working knowledge of SEC and FINRA rules governing broker-dealers and clearing firms. Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple regulatory initiatives simultaneously. Excellent investigative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight regulatory deadlines. Proficiency in managing large-scale information requests and coordinating cross-functional teams. Preferred Attributes Experience working within multinational financial organizations. Familiarity with affiliate clearing arrangements and omnibus clearing environments. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment while maintaining a strong control mindset and commitment to regulatory excellence. What We Offer Comprehensive Paid Medical Benefits: We prioritize your health with a robust medical benefits plan that covers you and your dependents 401k Employer Contribution: We match your contributions to help you grow your retirement savings Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays: Take the time you need to recharge and pursue your passions with our generous paid time off policy Opportunities for Professional Growth & Development: Invest in your future through hands‑on learning, skill-building, and cross‑functional work Performance Based Bonuses: Your hard work deserves recognition! Enjoy performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions to our team's success Base pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected salary range for this role is $190,000 - $230,000. This role is also eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus plan. Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employment with Futu Holdings Limited, including all subsidiaries, is on an at-will basis. This means that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as creating an express or implied contract of employment or guarantee of employment for any specific duration. Futu Holdings Limited, including all subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Warning about fake job posts Please be aware of fraudulent job postings by persons not affiliated with Futu, Moomoo, or their affiliates. Criminals may use fraudulent job postings to obtain your personally identifiable information and/or financial information to steal your identity and/or money. 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