About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.
Overview:
DV is looking for someone eager to join its Compliance Department and support an actively growing team. A successful candidate would service both the futures and equities trading businesses, including its broker-dealer DV Equities.
Job Responsibilities:
- Compliance/trade practice automated surveillance (reviewing daily reports, responding to inquiries)
- Onboarding new broker relationships
- Responding to KYC requests
- Drafting internal risk and compliance policies
- Research emerging areas (e.g., cryptocurrency regulation, international/cross-border rules)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in a compliance and/or regulatory position
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong understanding of trading/financial services compliance
- Possess a strong work ethic and be able to learn quickly in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Detail oriented, organized, and diligent, with the ability to maintain discretion of highly sensitive/confidential information
- Maintain composure and communicate clearly when under pressure
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Professional
- Experience with broker-dealer and/or proprietary trading desired
- Available to work 5 days per week at our Chicago office
Benefits:
- Discretionary bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
- Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
- Flexible Vacation policy
- Retirement plan with employer match
Annual compensation range $70K - $85K + discretionary bonus eligibility
DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The range below reflects the expected base salary for this position. It represents a good-faith estimate of the base pay we anticipate offering, with actual compensation determined by your experience, education, skills, and performance throughout the interview process. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus (at DV Trading's discretion) and DV Trading's benefits package, including the benefits listed above.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience in a compliance and/or regulatory position
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong understanding of trading/financial services compliance
- Detail oriented, organized, and diligent
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Professional
What We Do
Founded more than 15 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 350+ people operating throughout North America and in Europe. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser. We invest in exceptional individuals and empower them to realize their goals and make a lasting positive impact on our organization. Engaging a diverse group of talented people from different cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds helps provide us with a competitive advantage that drives our success.
