This role will report to the VP- Head of Legal, US Futures Exchanges & Clearing and will focus on legal and regulatory compliance for US exchanges, clearing and trade repositories. The job will be based in Atlanta.
Responsibilities
- Provide regulatory and compliance support for the derivative trading, intermediation and clearing business units.
- Provides legal guidance and services to exchange and clearing house staff.
- Prepare board memoranda, rule amendment filings and notices.
- Assists exchange membership in the onboarding of new customers.
- Assist with comment letters and the review of new regulations.
- Research and advise on miscellaneous regulatory or new legal issues on an ongoing basis.
- Assist other attorneys, business leaders and paralegals on a variety of legal and business issues.
Knowledge and Experience
- Licensed attorney or J.D. required.
- 3+ years of experience in derivatives trading and financial markets or with a self-regulatory organization is preferred.
- Clearing house, exchange, brokerage, regulatory agency, bank, trade association or other financial services company or law firm required.
- Experience with CFTC or SEC rules related to exchange-traded derivatives and clearing is a plus.
- Must have a team player attitude and be willing to pitch in where needed.
- Self-motivated with ability to multi-task and work independently with confidential and sensitive information.
- Excellent communication skills are key; ability to attentively listen, actively engage, and concisely and effectively communicate.
- A strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility, is needed.
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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
