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Robinhood is building out its firm-commitment underwriting capability to manage and co-manage IPOs and follow-on equity offerings, while continuing to operate an established distribution channel that brings new issues to Robinhood's retail customers. This role is the firm's registered representative across both functions — overseeing firm-commitment underwriting activity and the distribution of new issues to retail customers — responsible for daily processing, compliance controls, and regulatory engagement across the end-to-end lifecycle of a deal.
You will guide deal execution from due diligence through pricing, allocation, and settlement on the underwriting side. You'll ensure all activity meets regulatory and internal standards across both sides of the deal. This role partners closely with Compliance, Finance, and Trading Operations to support successful execution while maintaining strong supervisory practices.
This role is based in our Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, Lake Mary, FL, or New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 5 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
- Serve as a delegate principal under FINRA Rule 3110, maintaining Written Supervisory Procedures and approving key stages of each offering
- Assist with supervising the firm's participation as a distribution participant on new-issue offerings, including allocation methodology, communications standards, and fair-dealing practices under FINRA Rules 5130 and 5131
- Serve as subject-matter expert for the selection, build, or buy decision on the firm's underwriting operations stack
- Oversee operational execution of firm-commitment underwriting from due diligence through settlement, including syndicate activity and co-manager arrangements
- Partner with Compliance, Finance, and Operations to ensure accurate reporting, regulatory filings, and readiness for review
- You hold FINRA Series 79 licenses (Series 24 strong preferred as well)
- You have 4–7 years of experience in equity underwriting operations, investment banking compliance, or capital markets
- You demonstrate knowledge of FINRA Rules 5110, 5130, 5131, and 3110 in practical application
- You have experience supervising retail distribution of new issues or selling-group activity — or equivalent exposure to allocation governance and communications supervision
- You bring strong experience in compliance operations, reporting, and supervisory program management
- Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
- Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
- Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
- Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
- Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the 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 base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.
Skills Required
- FINRA Series 24 and Series 79 licenses
- 4-7 years of experience in equity underwriting operations, investment banking compliance, or capital markets
- Practical knowledge of FINRA Rules 5110, 5130, 5131, and 3110
- Experience supervising retail distribution of new issues or selling-group activity, allocation governance, and communications supervision
- Experience in compliance operations, reporting, and supervisory program management
- Ability to work in-person at Chicago, IL or New York, NY office at least 5 days per week
Robinhood Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Robinhood and has not been reviewed or approved by Robinhood.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside mental-health support and life/disability insurance. Feedback suggests employer-paid coverage levels are strong for employees and solid for dependents.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and fertility benefits are consistently highlighted, with leave lengths described as generous for the industry. Feedback suggests these family-forming supports compare favorably to many fintech peers.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A flexible lifestyle wallet, commuter support, and rich office perks (catered meals, snacks, events) are prominently featured. Feedback suggests these everyday perks enhance the overall value of the package.
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What We Do
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) transformed financial services by introducing commission-free stock trading and democratizing access to the markets for millions of investors. Today, Robinhood, through its subsidiaries, lets you trade stocks, options, futures (which includes event contracts), and crypto, invest for retirement, earn with Robinhood Gold, and access an expert-managed portfolio with Robinhood Strategies. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood puts customers in the driver’s seat, delivering unprecedented value and products intentionally designed for a new generation of investors. Additional information about Robinhood can be found at www.robinhood.com.
Why Work With Us
At Robinhood, we are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. Every role can make a real impact. We’re a team of builders, doers, and bold thinkers who thrive in a high-performance environment and take pride in raising the bar for ourselves and the millions of customers we serve.
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