Compliance Analyst

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and operationalizing compliance programs for DCM and DCO in accordance with CFTC Core Principles.
• Monitor global regulatory developments, specifically CFTC, and assess operational impacts.
• Support the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, rule amendments, and notices to the CFTC.
• Help maintain and update DCM rulebooks, trading rules, and market integrity policies.
• Monitor DCO compliance with Part 39 requirements, including financial resource standards and risk management.
• Support the compliance-driven development and testing of default management procedures and stress testing frameworks.
• Serve as an integral part of the CoinDesk Indices & Data benchmark oversight function, managing FCA notifications and UK BMR license maintenance.
• Draft, review, and update internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, ideally within a DCM, DCO, SEF, or FCM environment.
• Familiarity with CFTC Regulations (Parts 37, 38, and 39) and NFA rules.
• Strong ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable internal procedures.
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting rulebooks and investigation reports.
• Ability to work effectively in the fast-paced digital asset industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with digital assets, blockchain technology, and their regulatory implications.
• Knowledge of UK BMR and FCA regulations.
• Experience with compliance monitoring systems such as transaction monitoring or e-comm surveillance.
• Knowledge of AML, BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, or FINRA and SEC rules.

About the Company

Bullish is an institutionally focused global digital asset platform that provides market infrastructure and information services. The company operates the Bullish Exchange, a regulated digital assets spot and derivatives exchange, and provides industry-leading data and insights through CoinDesk Indices, CoinDesk Data, and CoinDesk Insights.