Senior Compliance Officer - Fixed Income

Susquehanna International Group; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group is looking for a Senior Fixed Income Compliance Officer in Bala Cynwyd, PA. In this role, you will provide real-time regulatory oversight to fixed income trading teams, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies. You will collaborate with stakeholders, advise on regulatory considerations, and support new initiatives. Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of compliance experience in fixed income markets, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of relevant regulations. The position requires deep product knowledge and the ability to translate regulatory expectations into practical guidance.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of compliance experience within fixed income markets.
• Strong understanding of fixed income products such as corporates, municipals, Treasuries.
• Experience interacting with traders and senior business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time regulatory guidance and oversight.
• Advise on regulatory considerations for new business initiatives.
• Prepare documentary support and coordinate with internal groups.

Skills

Compliance experience in fixed income markets

Strong communication skills

Regulatory guidance

Understanding of fixed income products

Judgment and practical advice

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Fixed Income Compliance Officer. In this role the individual will provide real-time regulatory guidance and oversight to the firm’s fixed income trading and sales teams. The role ensures that business activities across the product spectrum comply with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies. The position requires deep product knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate regulatory expectations into practical and relevant guidance. The successful candidate will partner closely with front‑office stakeholders, manage regulatory risk, support surveillance and control frameworks, and contribute to a strong culture of compliance.

In This Role, You Will

• Collaborate with the business to enhance processes, drive efficiencies, and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Advise on regulatory considerations for new business initiatives, algorithmic trading, complex transactions, and desk‑level enhancements.
• Support new system and platform implementations, regulatory change initiatives, and control enhancements.
• Prepare documentary support, coordinate with internal groups, and help draft responses to regulatory inquiries and requests for information.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior business stakeholders.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance on regulatory questions, trading rules, market conduct, and policy interpretation.
• Identify emerging risks related to market structure, regulatory change, or product development.
• Work closely with other members of the trading compliance team in the US and globally, ensuring coordination and collaboration.

What We're Looking For

• 5–10+ years of compliance experience within fixed income markets. Strong understanding of fixed income products (e.g., corporates, municipals, Treasuries, MBS/ABS, repo).
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations, including:
• Exchange Act rules, MSRB rules, FINRA fixed income obligations, Regulation M, Rule 144, Rule 10b‑5, SEC/FINRA reporting rules, and market abuse regimes.
• Excellent judgment, communication skills, and ability to provide concise, practical advice.
• Experience interacting with traders and senior business stakeholders.
• Relevant licenses (e.g., Series 7, 24) or willingness to obtain.