US Filings Lead
"What You'll Be Doing"
What You'll Be Doing
Partner with the Markets team from the earliest stages of new markets, shaping contract terms, settlement sources, and resolution criteria
Work with compliance, fraud, surveillance, and market operations teams to design infrastructure for building and surveilling event contracts, futures, and perpetuals
Draft and own 40.2 and 40.6 filing packages able to withstand CFTC review under the CEA and DCM Core Principles
Own filings related to fees and incentive programs, understanding how each affects liquidity and trading
Run the compliance-review gate
Lead high-stakes regulatory strategy and represent Polymarket US in complex negotiations with CFTC Division of Market Oversight (DMO) and Division of Clearing and Risk (DCR) staff, defending novel contract structures and preempting formal stays or disapprovals (e.g., Part 40.11 reviews)
Track industry listings and filings, flagging what's relevant to Polymarket and why
Keep templates and the filing catalog current, applying AI and automation to speed up drafting, review, and the filing pipeline
Architect regulatory pathways for first-of-their-kind products, including event contracts, crypto derivatives, and perpetuals, translating ambiguous or evolving CEA interpretations into scalable, defensible market frameworks
Partner directly with Executive Leadership, Product, and Legal to evaluate commercial trade-offs, advise on regulatory risk appetite for high-profile markets, and inform long-term exchange roadmap decisions
What We're Looking For
7-12+ years at a DCM, SEF, DCO, FCM, or derivatives firm, or in a legal or regulatory practice serving them
Hands-on experience with CFTC certifications, rule filings, or exchange rulebooks
Strong grasp of market structure
Working knowledge of the CEA, CFTC Part 40, and the DCM Core Principles
Clear, precise writing for both regulators and internal teams
Ability to balance quality and rigor with speed
Comfort using AI tools in day-to-day work
Smart, reliable, low-ego, high-precision approach to work
Bonus Points
JD, or a background in trading or market structure
Experience with event contracts or prediction markets
Direct experience working with CFTC staff
Experience automating document workflows (AI tools, SQL, scripting)
Salary Range
USD 225,000 - 275,000 per year
About Polymarket
Polymarket is at the forefront of the decentralized information and prediction market revolution, leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology to create a more transparent and efficient way to bet on real-world events. We're building a platform where users can trade on their beliefs about everything from politics to pop culture, fostering a global community driven by data and conviction. Our mission is to democratize access to information and enable price discovery in a trustless environment, fundamentally reshaping how people engage with and understand the world. Our team thrives on innovation, intellectual curiosity, and a deep-seated belief in the power of Web3 principles. We champion a culture of open collaboration, radical transparency, and continuous learning, encouraging every team member to contribute their unique perspective to solve complex challenges. We are a group of passionate builders, designers, and strategists united by a vision for a decentralized future, where markets are fair, accessible, and censorship-resistant. At Polymarket, your work directly impacts the evolution of decentralized finance and information. If you're eager to make a significant impact in the nascent but rapidly expanding blockchain space, Polymarket offers an unparalleled opportunity. Join us to contribute to a platform that empowers users, challenges traditional financial systems, and puts the power of prediction back into the hands of the people. We're looking for individuals who are not just skilled but are also true believers in the potential of crypto to create a more informed and equitable world. Come build the future with Polymarket.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Polymarket's official website and follow their application process.