About us

Edgehog Trading is a proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and operating automated, scalable systems to provide liquidity across markets.

Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support the systems that power the firm. We emphasize data-driven decision making, rigorous problem solving, and continuous improvement to navigate complex and evolving markets.

We operate in a highly collaborative environment where ideas can move quickly from concept to implementation, and where individuals are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the firm’s growth.

Job summary:

Edgehog Trading is seeking a Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to lead and manage the firm’s compliance program. This individual will be responsible for ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements while helping to develop and maintain a strong culture of compliance across the organization.

This role includes a hands-on component working with data, systems, and internal tools, and will partner closely with trading and engineering to support scalable, technology-enabled compliance processes.

What you'll do:

• Oversee trading activity to ensure compliance with federal securities laws, FINRA regulations, and internal risk policies.
• Serve as a trusted compliance partner to internal teams by offering regulatory guidance and interpreting relevant laws, rules, and exchange requirements.
• Draft, review, and implement internal compliance policies, with a strong focus on those governing trading activity.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of trading patterns and prepare reports highlighting compliance concerns or emerging risks.
• Cultivate productive relationships with regulatory bodies and other external stakeholders.
• Work with internal teams to enhance and automate compliance monitoring and surveillance processes.
• Assist in the design of data-driven controls, alerts, and reporting tools related to trading activity.
• Partner with trading and engineering teams to translate regulatory requirements into practical systems and workflows.

Qualifications and skills:

• Previous experience (2+ years) in a compliance or regulatory role at an options market maker, bank, broker dealer, or similarly regulated financial institution.
• BA/BS/MS/PhD degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, or a related field.
• Series 24 license, or willingness to acquire the Series 24 in an expedited manner.
• Familiarity with SEC and FINRA rules and regulations, particularly in areas such as 15c3-5, trading activity, and trade reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Comfort working with data and large datasets related to trading activity.
• Working knowledge of SQL, Python, or similar tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with electronic trading systems, order flow, and market structure preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering teams on compliance-related systems and tools.
• Hands-on experience with or exposure to automated surveillance or monitoring systems.
• Experience in a market making or proprietary trading environment preferred.

Why Edgehog:

• Small team advantage: Direct access to founders and senior team members from day one
• Ownership early: Manage real P&L and make meaningful impact within your first year
• Cutting-edge tech: Work with our proprietary models and low-latency trading systems built in-house
• Tight feedback loops: Weekly 1-on-1s with your mentor, quarterly reviews with leadership
• Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community
• Opportunity to help build a modern, technology-enabled compliance function integrated with trading and engineering

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums 100% covered by the firm
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Unlimited paid time off and sick leave
• Free lunch, coffee, drinks, and snacks
• Commuter benefits
• Monthly happy hours and annual team events

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Base salary represents just one part of overall compensation; all full-time, permanent roles are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including items in the above list.

The base salary for this role is 150,000 - 200,000 USD per year