Nasdaq · 17 hours ago
Vice President, US Market Surveillance
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expNasdaq is a leading exchange operator known for its technologically advanced markets. The Vice President of U.S. Market Surveillance will oversee the surveillance program for Nasdaq's U.S. equities and options exchanges, ensuring market integrity and compliance with regulatory obligations.
FinanceFinancial ServicesStock ExchangesTrading Platform
Responsibilities
Set long‑term strategic direction for the Market Surveillance organization, including technology modernization, cross‑market integration, and adoption of advanced analytics and AI
Identify and champion strategic opportunities, including enhancements to surveillance capabilities, market‑integrity initiatives, and regulatory innovation
Leverage global perspectives, incorporating best practices from other Nasdaq regions (Nordics, Europe, Canada, etc.) and industry regulatory organizations to strengthen the U.S. surveillance framework
Serve as a primary regulatory steward, accountable to senior executive leadership, regulatory oversight committees, and boards of Nasdaq’s U.S. regulated entities
Represent the organization externally, including with regulators, member firms, issuers, and industry stakeholders
Guide future technology development, collaborating closely with regulatory technology teams, data scientists, and product partners to shape next‑generation surveillance systems and capabilities
Coordinate with Nasdaq regulatory and industry colleagues on cross-market surveillance matters, as well as on outsourced regulatory responsibilities performed by FINRA and similar organizations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
At least 10–15 years of progressively senior experience in market surveillance, exchange operations, market regulation, enforcement, or related financial‑markets disciplines
Widely recognized subject‑matter expert with deep knowledge of U.S. market structure, surveillance techniques, regulatory obligations, and technologies
Demonstrated ability to influence regulatory, business, and industry stakeholders
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and driving change in fast‑moving or highly regulated environments
Ability to identify and solve complex, evolving market‑integrity challenges using analytical, innovative, and forward‑leaning approaches
Strong strategic thinking and communication skills, with the ability to brief senior executives, regulators, and boards
Proven experience driving technology, data, and analytics transformation in a regulatory or market‑structure context
High integrity, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to fair and orderly markets
Preferred
Advanced degree in law, finance, economics, or related field preferred
Benefits
401(k) program with 6% employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
Student loan repayment program up to $10k
Company paid life and disability plans
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Health spending account with employer contribution
Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
Gym membership discounts
Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
Paid parental leave
Fertility benefits
Paid bereavement leave
Company gift matching program
Employee resource groups
Paid volunteer days
Education Assistance Program
Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
Company
Nasdaq
Nasdaq is a global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services.
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (21)
2024 (9)
2023 (7)
2022 (15)
2021 (19)
2020 (13)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.52BKey Investors
Matzliach Capital
2024-07-29Post Ipo Secondary· $2.72B
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $1.8B
2023-06-22Post Ipo Debt· $5B
Leadership Team
Adena Friedman
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Bradley Peterson
EVP & CIO/CTO
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