Senior Compliance Officer - Quantitative Trading

Senior Compliance Officer - Quantitative Trading

Position Details

• Provide ongoing compliance support to WorldQuant Millennium Advisors ("WMA")
Conduct ongoing WMA compliance reviews
Assist with transitional and structuring matters related to the expansion of WMA
Assist with the launches of new WMA funds and separately managed accounts ("SMAs")
Monitor regulatory changes, updates and industry-wide compliance initiatives
Assist with regulatory examinations, inquiries, investigations and projects, as necessary
Assist with drafting and amending compliance related policies and procedures
Prepare and conduct compliance trainings

Qualifications/Skills Required

10+ years of experience
Experience at a regulatory authority, bank/broker or buy-side firm
Investment Management Compliance experience, inclusive of addressing regulatory items related to SMAs and Funds
Experience with addressing algorithmic/systematic trading matters is preferred, with an understanding of model-based trading and investment/execution algorithms
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Economics or similar with a strong academic record is preferred
An understanding of global financial markets, including market structure, is preferred
Strong analytical / conceptual problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong sense of ownership and personal responsibility
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage deadlines while successfully completing assignments
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to coordinate efforts and projects across teams and departments
Ability to create presentation materials for senior management
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
Good team player with a strong willingness to participate and help others