Compliance Officer

Who we are 

WEBB Traders is a fast-growing, global proprietary trading company, driven by data and technology. We act as a market maker, using our own capital to trade on global stock and derivatives exchanges. By leveraging a large network of interdealer brokers and the latest advancements in electronic trading technology, we add liquidity to the financial markets specialized in cash equity and derivatives.  

Since our very first trade in 2009, WEBB’s headquarters have been based in Amsterdam, nowadays supported by a strong presence in Paris. With our 70 employees of over 25 different nationalities, we are united in our great ambition to grow WEBB into a global leader in arbitrage and liquidity.  

Join us to accelerate your career in the unique trading culture of openness, community and boundary-free entrepreneurship! 

📍 This position can be based in our Amsterdam office

Your role

We are looking for a Compliance Officer in Amsterdam to further strengthen and expand our Compliance Department. The Compliance Officer reports directly to the Board of WEBB Traders and works closely with traders, risk, supervisors and our clearing bank.

As a Compliance Officer at WEBB Traders, you are responsible for promoting compliance with internal and external regulations intended to safeguard the integrity of our management and employees. This includes closely following regulatory developments and implementing these into the organisation where needed, drafting policies and keeping these up to date, providing regular internal Compliance training in Amsterdam and Paris, and providing the Board with compliance advice both at their request and at your own initiative.

Key responsibilities 

• Board advisor on Compliance matters

• First contact person for supervisors and branch organisations

• Implementing new rules and regulations and drafting internal policies

• Follow up on incidents

• Compliance monitoring and Compliance year report

• Market Surveillance

• Provide compliance awareness sessions for the organisation

• Dealing with internal compliance issues and questions of employees

• Information request from venues, supervisors and brokers

Who are you

• You have a compelling communication style, verbally able to work closely with traders, compliance and management and not afraid to speak up your mind

• Cooperative and persuasive to various stakeholders, such as traders, clearing members, risk and IT / development

• Minimum Master degree in Law, Finance, Economics

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role preferably with leadership experience in financial markets, asset management or bank (preferably trading)

• A true interest in finance and trading and knowledge of financial instruments

• Quality and accuracy are your basic standards

• Eager to drive the work in a fast-paced environment

• Mind-set on innovation and continuous improvement

• Fluent in Dutch and English, both verbally and written

• You follow the developments in European legislation closely

Your future work environment

• Challenge yourself. Be part of the dynamic work environment and grow along with us.

• Develop yourself. Join internal and external learning & development opportunities to enhance your personal and professional growth.

• Treat yourself. Enjoy healthy and delicious meals delivered by Alma Sustainable Catering

• Stay fit. Sports facility access via ClassPass

• Keep the spirit up. Fun activities with your teammates on a regular basis and Friday drinks too

• Team up. A great office vibe in the heart of Amsterdam

• It’s on us. Travel costs reimbursement or a Swap-bike

• And finally… A competitive reward package including benefits and a bonus scheme
  

Application process

1. Apply on our WEBBsite!
2. Share a short motivation for joining WEBB and why you think you are a great fit for this role
3. Have a video chat with us (unless you are around, you may drop by for a coffee)

4. Visit our Amsterdam office for the interviews and a drink
5. Accept our offer!