moomoo · 4 days ago
Senior Director of Crypto Compliance
Jersey City, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
7+ years expFutu US Inc. is at the forefront of financial services, operating under the reputable wing of Futu Holdings Limited. The Senior Director of Crypto Compliance will lead the compliance vision, ensuring adherence to U.S. securities laws and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape related to digital assets.
Financial ServicesFinTech
Responsibilities
Maintain the firm's compliance with SEC, FINRA, NFA, and CFTC rules applicable to registered broker-dealers and crypto firms
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes related to crypto assets, tokens, stablecoins, and blockchain technologies
Ensure ongoing compliance with NYDFS regulatory requirements applicable to Limited Purpose Trust Companies, including capital requirements, audit readiness, asset safeguarding, and regulatory reporting
Own the strategic design and ongoing evolution of the firm's supervisory and governance frameworks, ensuring they scale with emerging products (including staking and stablecoin offerings), market expansion, and regulatory complexity
Serve as the firm's regulatory ambassador—anticipating examination priorities, maintaining audit readiness, and fostering trusted relationships with federal and state regulators
Coordinate and manage responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, or examinations
Evaluate the classification of digital assets, including staking products and stablecoins, under securities law
Implement AML/KYC policies aligned with crypto trading, staking, and custody risks
Oversee the implementation of real-time transaction monitoring tools (e.g., NTS, Chainalysis, NotaBene)
Establish incident response protocols for hacks, theft, or protocol exploits
Set strategic training vision and oversee the design and delivery of enterprise-wide compliance programs, tailored to emerging crypto risks such as staking and stablecoin-related activities
Oversee enterprise-level risk investigations, integrating findings into broader operational and strategic risk controls
Act as a strategic partner to product, engineering, and executive leadership—enabling innovative crypto offerings while maintaining regulatory integrity
Collaborate with engineering and security teams to review wallet architecture, data retention policies, and private key management frameworks
Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, auditors, and compliance vendors
Work closely with business teams to provide proactive, business-friendly compliance guidance in support of growth initiatives
Qualification
Required
7+ years of compliance experience in a registered broker-dealer environment; experience with crypto/digital assets, staking products, and stablecoins strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of securities laws ('33 Act, '34 Act), FINRA Rulebook, AML regulations (BSA/Patriot Act), and all applicable crypto regulations
Familiarity with digital asset custodians, crypto trading platforms, blockchain analytics tools, DeFi ecosystems, and staking models
Proven track record of managing complex regulatory engagements, including examinations, enforcement negotiations, and proactive disclosure strategies
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt to emerging business needs, and provide proactive, business-friendly compliance solutions
Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred
Knowledge of CEXs, custody service providers, staking businesses, and stablecoin frameworks
Prior experience with Reg ATS, Reg D token offerings, as well as with international crypto compliance frameworks, including MiCA, VASP registrations (EU, UK), and APAC regulatory coordination
Deep expertise in New York State crypto regulatory regimes, including BitLicense and Limited Purpose Trust Company frameworks
Proven ability to scale compliance operations in a fast-paced startup environment while balancing innovation and regulatory integrity
Benefits
Comprehensive Paid Medical Benefits: We prioritize your health with a robust medical benefits plan that covers you and your dependents
401k Employer Contribution: We match your contributions to help you grow your retirement savings
Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays: Take the time you need to recharge and pursue your passions with our generous paid time off policy
Opportunities for Professional Growth & Development: Invest in your future through hands-on learning, skill-building, and cross-functional work
Performance Based Bonuses: Your hard work deserves recognition! Enjoy performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions to our team's success
Company
moomoo
Moomoo is a free-commission online trading platform. With moomoo, you can trade stocks, options, and ETFs without paying any commissions. It is a sub-organization of Futu Holdings.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Glen Stifelman
Chief Compliance Officer
Recent News
2026-01-23
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