Robinhood

Chief Compliance Officer, RHD

Robinhood$224K — $264K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in financial services compliance, with 5 years focused on futures and derivatives
  • Active FINRA Series 3 license
  • Strong knowledge of CFTC and NFA regulations
  • Experience developing compliance policies and controls
  • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidance
  • Experience working with regulators or at a regulatory agency such as CFTC or NFA

Responsibilities

  • Lead and maintain the derivatives compliance program including policies and controls
  • Advise business teams on regulatory requirements for futures and derivatives products
  • Oversee regulatory interactions, audits, and inquiries in coordination with Legal and Risk
  • Review marketing materials for regulatory compliance
  • Support firm-wide initiatives affecting derivatives compliance

Benefits

  • Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
  • Performance-driven compensation and equity ownership
  • 100% paid health insurance for employees; 90% for dependents
  • Flexible benefits spending account for wellness and learning
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance, fertility benefits, mental health support
  • Comprehensive time-off programs including holidays, PTO, and parental leave
  • Exceptional office experience with catered meals and events
Full Job Description
The Robinhood Derivatives (RHD) Compliance team oversees regulatory compliance for our futures, event contracts, and options on futures business. The team ensures adherence to Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and National Futures Association (NFA) requirements while supporting the compliant launch of new products. You will partner closely with Legal, Risk, Supervision & Controls, and business operations to maintain a strong compliance framework and support regulatory engagement. This team plays a critical role in enabling product innovation while maintaining regulatory integrity!

As Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) of RHD, you will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of the derivatives compliance program. You will serve as the primary compliance contact for regulators and internal partners, guiding the business through evolving regulatory requirements. You will oversee policies, procedures, and control frameworks while advising on new products, risk management practices, and regulatory developments. This role also includes leading regulatory exams, audits, and supporting major business initiatives such as potential mergers or acquisitions.

This role is based in our Chicago, IL or New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected 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.
What you'll do
• Lead and maintain the RHD compliance program, including policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with CFTC and NFA requirements
• Advise business teams on regulatory requirements related to futures, event contracts, and options on futures, including new product launches and updates to existing offerings
• Oversee regulatory interactions, including exams, inquiries, and reporting obligations, and coordinate responses with Legal, Risk, and Internal Audit partners
• Review marketing and promotional materials to ensure alignment with applicable regulatory standards
• Support firm-wide initiatives impacting derivatives compliance, including system implementations, risk programs, and business changes
What you bring
• You have 8+ years of experience in financial services compliance, including at least 5 years focused on futures, derivatives, or related products
• You hold an active FINRA Series 3 license and have strong knowledge of CFTC and NFA regulations
• You have experience developing and maintaining compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks
• You can analyze regulatory requirements and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for business teams
• You have experience working with regulators or prior experience at a regulatory agency such as the CFTC or NFA
Leadership expectations

Our ambitious roadmap requires a great culture shaped by exceptional leaders. Here's what we expect from them:
  • Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, stretching top talent, and scaling impact through focus, innovation, and tech.
  • Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar, hiring only those who raise it, investing in onboarding, and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly.
  • Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction while prioritizing safety, building trust and inclusion, and leading from the front with integrity.
What we offer
• 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.

Base Pay Range:

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)

$255,000-$300,000 USD

Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)

$224,000-$264,000 USD

Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)

$199,000-$234,000 USD

Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you're ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

About Robinhood

Robinhood is a financial services company that offers commission-free trading through its website and mobile app. The company was founded in 2013 by Vladimir Tenev and Baiju Bhatt, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. Robinhood's mission is to democratize finance for all by making investing accessible to everyone. The company has raised over $5 billion in funding and has over 13 million users. Robinhood has faced criticism for its business model, which relies on selling order flow to market makers, and for its handling of the GameStop trading frenzy in early 2021.
Learn more about Robinhood
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2013

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