Regulatory Attorney
Polymarket· Legal
New York$250k - $340kFull-timePosted 3mo ago
About the role
Regulatory Attorney to support legal and regulatory strategy for a U.S., CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization operating within the federal commodity derivatives framework, with direct engagement with regulators such as the CFTC.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily support to Legal, Compliance, and Markets teams
- Advise on the application of the Commodity Exchange Act, CFTC and SEC regulations to exchange and clearing organization operations
- Analyze legal issues related to CFTC-regulated prediction markets
- Draft and review contract self-certifications and other regulatory filings
- Draft and negotiate participation agreements
- Draft comment letters, no-action requests, and interpretive submissions
- Prepare responses to regulatory inquiries and examinations
- Monitor regulatory developments and enforcement trends
- Advise on exchange and clearinghouse rulebook development
- Collaborate with Compliance and Surveillance teams
- Support development of internal policies and procedures
- Support litigation strategy
Qualifications
- J.D. and active U.S. bar membership
- 3–7 years of relevant experience
- Familiarity with the Commodity Exchange Act, CFTC regulations, and related market structure
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills
- Strong judgment and ability to translate legal requirements into practical business guidance
- Excellent communication skills
- (Plus) Experience with CFTC processes
- (Plus) Familiarity with prediction markets
- (Plus) Experience with FCMs and IBs
- (Plus) Interest in emerging technologies
Skills
Required:Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Benefits
- Competitive salary & equity
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup: new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories
Last updated Sep 20, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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