Full-Time

Compliance Officer

Aml

Posted on 9/23/2024

IMC Trading

IMC Trading

1,001-5,000 employees

Global proprietary trading and market optimization

Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Chicago, IL, USA

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Familiarity with relevant AML laws and regulations, such as the USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN guidelines, OFC sanctions, etc
  • 2 to 5 years of experience working for a bank, broker-dealer, proprietary trading firm, exchange, regulatory organization, futures commission merchant, or similar organization
  • A Bachelor’s degree
  • FINRA Series License SIE and 57 will be required within 1 year of employment
  • Relevant certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills
  • High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
  • Understanding of basic financial industry business knowledge and interest in the U.S. regulatory environment
  • Ability to convey complex ideas or concepts clearly
  • Strong attention to detail; Eager to learn, ask questions, and admit mistakes
  • Experience with meeting business requirements for regulatory requests, audits, examinations, and investigations.
  • Proactive and reliable, with the ability to work independently as well as with others in a small team
Responsibilities
  • Partner with the Compliance Team to drive IMC’s regulatory vision and compliance efforts.
  • Promote the Firm’s Compliance culture, awareness of regulatory developments, and best practices.
  • Balance immediate risk and compliance exposure with the longer-term needs of the firm.
  • Own day-to-day KYC and counterparty onboarding processes.
  • Ensure the organization complies with all local, national, and international AML regulations.
  • Maintain detailed, accurate, and organized documentation of the execution of the firm’s processes and procedures.
  • Assist in investigating compliance issues and responding to requests for information, audits, and regulatory exams.
  • Assist in developing and delivering AML-related training programs for staff, and keeping the organization informed about related regulatory changes and compliance requirements.
  • Find and resolve bottlenecks in processes by collaborating with traders, business development, and teammates.
  • Align synergies with compliance teams in other regions where applicable.

IMC Trading is a global trading firm that uses technology and quantitative strategies to optimize financial markets. The firm engages in proprietary trading, utilizing its own capital to trade financial instruments like stocks, options, and futures, while leveraging advanced algorithms to identify market inefficiencies. IMC stands out from competitors through its collaborative approach, bringing together mathematicians, technologists, and traders to enhance trading strategies. The company's goal is to foster a culture of curiosity and continuous improvement, creating an inclusive environment for employees to thrive.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founded

1989

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • IMC's acquisition of Altas Technologies accelerates its electronic trading strategies.
  • The Prosperity trading challenge enhances IMC's brand and attracts top STEM talent.
  • IMC's expansion into new Chicago office space supports its growth and operational capacity.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges from acquiring Cardinal Capital may disrupt US equity derivatives operations.
  • Increased competition from fintech startups like Clear Street could challenge IMC's market position.
  • Significant investment in new Chicago office space could strain financial resources.

What makes IMC Trading unique

  • IMC leverages cutting-edge technology for algorithmic trading and market optimization.
  • The firm operates in major financial hubs like Amsterdam, Chicago, and Sydney.
  • IMC's proprietary trading uses advanced algorithms to capitalize on market inefficiencies.

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Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Parental leave

20 paid days annual leave

PTO

Paid sick leave

Fitness reimbursement

Fully-stocked kitchen in office

401k up to 4% match

IMC employee events

Donation match

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