Analyst - Market Regulation, Options Regulation - New York, NY We Work to Protect Investors. Join our Team. The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is seeking a well- qualified individual for our Analyst-Options Regulation opening in New York, NY. To be considered for this position, please submit your resume through our career site at www.finra.org/careers - no phone calls, please. Job Summary: The Analyst conducts routine review and investigations of unusual market activity for evidence of violations of applicable federal securities laws and FINRA rules and regulations. This is basic-level professional work in which incumbents are performing their assigned roles, developing job-related skills, and working under limited supervision. _Position may be _filled at various levels_ depending on experience and job skills of a successful candidate._ Essential Job Functions: * Routinely analyzes trading activity in area of primary responsibility for indications of potential violative activity. * Conducts routine reviews and investigations into possible violations of the FINRA rules and federal securities laws. * Confers with senior staff and subject matter experts for guidance on complex issues. * Compiles and organizes information from a variety of sources to be used in the development of investigations of potential violative activity. * Through the review/investigative process the Analyst resolves situations that may impact the integrity of FINRA or other markets. * Develops a thorough understanding of the investigative techniques utilized in the respective area of primary responsibility and relevant FINRA/SEC rules and regulations; performs preventive compliance functions. * Presents investigative findings (orally and in writing) to management, and other constituents in an organized, concise and timely fashion. * Utilizes computer resources and software applications for data analysis pursuant to investigation/review procedures. * Interfaces with members, peers, management and others and provides excellent internal/external customer service in specialized area of regulatory responsibility. Education/Experience Requirements: * Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics, or Business or equivalent work experience in the financial industry demonstrating research/analytical skills. * A minimum of three years of directly related experience. * Knowledge of relevant FINRA/SEC rules and regulations. * Knowledge of securities markets, member firm operations, books and records. * Ability to conduct telephone interviews. * Ability to initiate and complete quality reviews. * Competence using a desktop computer with the full suite of office software applications. Working Conditions: * Ability to work under pressure. * Attention to detail is essential. * Strong verbal and written communication skills and technical capabilities are essential to position. * Some travel may be required. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume. A writing sample may be required as part of the submission. The information provided above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work of the position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required. _Please note: If the Apply Now button on a job board posting does not take you directly to the FINRA Careers site, enter _www.finra.org/careers_ into your browser to reach our site directly._ FINRA strives to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability-related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRAs accommodation help line at 240.386.4865. Please note that this number is exclusively for inquiries regarding application accommodations. In addition to a competitive salary, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, and incentive compensation, FINRA offers immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match. You will also be eligible for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution, our tuition reimbursement program and many other benefits. If you would like to contribute to our important mission and work collegially in a professional organization that values intelligence, integrity and initiative, consider a career with FINRA. Important Information FINRAs Code of Conduct imposes restrictions on employees investments and requires financial disclosures that are uniquely related to our role as a securities regulator. FINRA employees are required to disclose to FINRA all brokerage accounts that they maintain, and those in which they control trading or have a financial interest (including any trust account of which they are a trustee or beneficiary and all accounts of a spouse, domestic partner or minor child who lives with the employee) and to authorize their broker-dealers to provide FINRA with duplicate statements for all of those accounts. 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