Interactive Brokers

Financial Services

Manager-TradeSurveillance

$100–110k Chicago, Illinois, United States
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The Brief

“Manager - Trade Surveillance at Interactive Brokers. Skills: Trade Surveillance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Adherence, Team Leadership. Oversee and train a team of analysts responsible for reviewing surveillance alerts and ad hoc investigations related to trade practice violations. Monitor and manage the team's daily investigative workflow, controls, and metrics and ensure the timely completion of tasks”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure the firm complies with the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, anti-terrorist financing, sanctions, AML, and securities laws and regulations; Ensure the timely completion of tasks; Recommend enhancements to AML and Financial Crime Risk processes

Industry & Context.

Financial Services
Problems you'll solve

Analytical; Problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3 to 5+ years of experience in trade surveillance, 2+ years of management experience, Ability to develop compliance solutions that satisfy relevant regulations while executing sound business judgment, Ability to work in a small-team environment, work independently, and multitask with minimal supervision, High degree of comfort with technology and a functional understanding of how technology can be applied to business and regulatory solutions, Willingness and ability to obtain financial registration exams promptly

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Math, or Computer Science, Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or similar certification, including Series 7 or 24

What You'll Do.

Oversee and train a team of analysts responsible for reviewing surveillance alerts and ad hoc investigations related to trade practice violations

Monitor and manage the team's daily investigative workflow

and metrics and ensure the timely completion of tasks

Address escalations from analysts and review and approve Suspicious Activity Reports ("SAR") related to trade surveillance reviews

Develop and maintain clear and concise desktop procedures for your team's tasks

Engage senior management across corporate compliance

and information technology to manage

and improve investigative work

Conduct supervisory reviews and provide constructive coaching and direction to team members

Evaluate risk associated with AML and Financial Crime Risk processes and recommend enhancements

Support and participate in internal

and regulatory audits and examinations when needed

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Engage senior management across corporate compliance, operations, and information technology; Provide constructive coaching and direction to team members

Communication Scope

Communication; Verbal and written communication skills

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

Company Overview Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment. IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments. Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology. This is Hybrid role (4 days in office /1 day remote) Interactive Brokers is looking to hire a Trade Surveillance Compliance Manager at its Chicago Office. This is a mid-level management position with room for growth for highly motivated and exceptional performers. The Compliance Manager will report to the Deputy Director of Trade Surveillance and will assist with ensuring the firm complies with the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, anti-terrorist financing, sanctions, AML, and securities laws and regulations. Responsibilities: Oversee and train a team of analysts responsible for reviewing surveillance alerts and ad hoc investigations related to trade practice violations. Monitor and manage the team's daily investigative workflow, controls, and metrics and ensure the timely completion of tasks. Address escalations from analysts and review and approve Suspicious Activity Reports ("SAR") related to trade surveillance reviews. Develop and maintain clear and concise desktop procedures for your team's tasks.

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