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Cantor Fitzgerald · 1 day ago

Assistant Vice President – Equities Compliance

Cantor Fitzgerald is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Equities Compliance to provide regulatory guidance and compliance oversight to its Equities businesses. This role involves serving as a compliance advisor, supporting compliance frameworks, and monitoring regulatory developments while collaborating with various teams within the firm.

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Denise Vigliotti Smith
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Responsibilities

Serve as a compliance advisor to Equities business units, providing guidance on U.S. securities regulations, firm policies, and industry best practices
Support the implementation and maintenance of compliance frameworks aligned with SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory requirements
Partner with business, legal, risk, and operations teams to provide compliance input on new products, initiatives, and process changes
Monitor and assess regulatory developments impacting equities businesses and assist with updating policies and procedures as needed
Support regulatory examinations, inquiries, and audits, including preparation of responses and coordination with internal stakeholders
Assist in the enhancement and execution of surveillance, monitoring, and testing programs to identify and mitigate compliance risks
Participate in risk assessments, issue tracking, and remediation efforts to address control gaps and regulatory findings
Contribute to the development and delivery of compliance training to promote awareness and a strong compliance culture
Collaborate across Compliance and the broader firm to ensure alignment with Cantor Fitzgerald’s business objectives

Qualification

U.S. securities lawsFINRASEC rulesSeries 7Regulatory interactionsAnalytical skillsCompliance frameworksWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solving skillsDetail-orientedCollaborative mindset

Required

Approximately 3–5 years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within the equities or capital markets space
Solid understanding of U.S. securities laws, FINRA and SEC rules, particularly those related to equities trading and market access
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical guidance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage business stakeholders
Bachelor's degree required
Series 7 required
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Collaborative mindset aligned with Cantor Fitzgerald's entrepreneurial and performance-driven culture

Preferred

Experience supporting regulatory interactions, including exams or inquiries
JD, MBA, or equivalent is a plus
Series 24 or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe preferred

Company

Cantor Fitzgerald

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Cantor Fitzgerald is a global financial services firm that specializes in equities, investment banking, and real estate.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Howard Lutnick
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Danny Salinas
Senior Managing Director, Global Chief Financial Officer
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