Compliance Analyst (Market Surveillance)

Job Description

Virtu, a leading financial technology firm, is seeking a Compliance Analyst (Market Surveillance) to join its growing team in Dublin. This role reports to the Head of Compliance and involves overseeing the compliance program for regulated investment firms in the EU and UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on market abuse surveillance and a keen interest in working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the management and review of market abuse alerts using automated tools.
• Collaborate to enhance compliance monitoring capabilities.
• Contribute to regulatory risk and horizon scanning initiatives.
• Engage with stakeholders in escalating surveillance alerts.
• Support the development of governance arrangements and internal controls.
• Participate in global efforts to harmonize monitoring.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in compliance within a regulated investment firm/bank.
• Essential market abuse/surveillance experience (3 years minimum).
• Strong interest in compliance, trading, and automation.
• Knowledge of EU/UK legislation (MiFID II, MiFIR, MAR, AML, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and use own initiative.
• Experience with regulated markets (MTF/OTF) is advantageous.
• Technical abilities, in particular SQL, would be highly advantageous.
• Relevant financial services compliance qualifications are advantageous.

Virtu offers:

• Hybrid role with flexibility between working from home and in the office.