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Head of Compliance roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in law, finance, or a related field. Employers in financial services, healthcare, and tech regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this title, and the role's regulatory oversight responsibilities support a strong specialty occupation argument with USCIS.
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- Role: Head of Compliance
- Location: New York, NY (5 days/week in-office)
- Base Salary: $175,000-$250,000
- Equity: Competitive Initial Equity Package + refreshers
- Experience: 7-12+ Years
About Pillar
Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine real-time market data with AI-powered exposure modeling and automated trade generation to arm operators with precise protection from volatility. From instant execution to continuous monitoring, alerts, and recommendations, Pillar turns complex market risk into a fully managed, always-on hedging engine.
We were founded in 2023 by the youngest macro market-maker at Barclays and a trading systems engineer at Coinbase, and have raised over $20M in capital from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Crucible Capital, Neo, DST Global and more.
The Role
As a registered Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA) with the CFTC and member of the NFA, compliance is foundational to everything Pillar does. We are looking for a Head of Compliance to build, operate, and scale Pillar's global compliance function.
This is not a maintenance role. You will own Pillar's regulatory posture end-to-end: keeping the business fully compliant in the U.S., designing frameworks for new jurisdictions as we expand globally, and serving as a strategic partner to the executive team on product, structure, and market entry. You will sit at the intersection of regulation, product, and strategy, with a direct line to leadership and a mandate to build the compliance function from the ground up.
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U.S. Regulatory Compliance: Own and maintain Pillar's compliance as a registered CTA, including all CFTC and NFA obligations across disclosure, recordkeeping, reporting, marketing, and supervisory procedures. Manage audits, examinations, and regulatory inquiries. Maintain and continuously improve the firm's compliance manual, policies, and procedures.
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Global Regulatory Strategy: Research and interpret regulatory requirements across key international markets including India, Australia, Singapore, UAE, and the UK. Design jurisdiction-specific compliance frameworks and advise on optimal regulatory structures for entity setup, cross-border activity, and licensing strategy. Build a repeatable playbook for global expansion.
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Compliance Infrastructure: Build and implement scalable monitoring and surveillance systems, trade and communications oversight, and internal controls. Develop processes that integrate compliance into product and operations from the start, not as an afterthought. Establish and track KPIs for compliance health and risk exposure.
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Policy Design and Enforcement: Draft, implement, and enforce firm-wide policies across trading and hedging activities, client onboarding (KYC/AML where applicable), and communications. Conduct internal reviews and investigations as needed. Train employees on compliance obligations and serve as the escalation point for all compliance-related issues.
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Strategic Advisory: Advise the executive team on the regulatory implications of new products (derivatives, synthetic markets, credit and margin offerings), new geographies, and partnerships with brokers, exchanges, and financial institutions. Help structure Pillar to operate efficiently within swap dealer thresholds, CTA exemptions, and cross-border rules.
What We're Looking For
- 7+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within commodity trading firms, hedge funds, CTAs, asset managers, FCMs, brokers, or derivatives platforms
- Deep expertise in CFTC and NFA regulations and strong understanding of derivatives markets including futures, options, and OTC swaps
- Experience navigating cross-border regulatory frameworks and designing compliance programs for multiple jurisdictions
- Proven ability to build compliance programs from scratch, not just maintain existing ones
- Ability to balance rigorous risk management with business velocity in a fast-moving, early-stage environment
- Clear and direct communicator: able to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance for product, engineering, and GTM teams
Nice to Have
- Experience with global regulators including FCA, MAS, ESMA, SEBI, or DFSA
- Familiarity with crypto, digital assets, or synthetic markets
- Prior experience at a high-growth startup or scaling fintech
- Legal background (JD) or relevant certifications such as Series 3 or Series 34
Benefits
- đ° Competitive Salary & Equity
- đ 401(k) Program
- âď¸ Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- â Unlimited PTO and Flexible Hours
- đŁ Paid lunch, coffee, snacks (and dinner if you're staying late)
- đď¸ Monthly Gym Stipend
- đ Regular Team Off-Sites
Overview
- Role: Head of Compliance
- Location: New York, NY (5 days/week in-office)
- Base Salary: $175,000-$250,000
- Equity: Competitive Initial Equity Package + refreshers
- Experience: 7-12+ Years
About Pillar
Pillar is building the next-generation commodity risk management stack for the $10T physical economy. We combine real-time market data with AI-powered exposure modeling and automated trade generation to arm operators with precise protection from volatility. From instant execution to continuous monitoring, alerts, and recommendations, Pillar turns complex market risk into a fully managed, always-on hedging engine.
We were founded in 2023 by the youngest macro market-maker at Barclays and a trading systems engineer at Coinbase, and have raised over $20M in capital from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Crucible Capital, Neo, DST Global and more.
The Role
As a registered Commodity Trading Advisor (CTA) with the CFTC and member of the NFA, compliance is foundational to everything Pillar does. We are looking for a Head of Compliance to build, operate, and scale Pillar's global compliance function.
This is not a maintenance role. You will own Pillar's regulatory posture end-to-end: keeping the business fully compliant in the U.S., designing frameworks for new jurisdictions as we expand globally, and serving as a strategic partner to the executive team on product, structure, and market entry. You will sit at the intersection of regulation, product, and strategy, with a direct line to leadership and a mandate to build the compliance function from the ground up.
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U.S. Regulatory Compliance: Own and maintain Pillar's compliance as a registered CTA, including all CFTC and NFA obligations across disclosure, recordkeeping, reporting, marketing, and supervisory procedures. Manage audits, examinations, and regulatory inquiries. Maintain and continuously improve the firm's compliance manual, policies, and procedures.
-
Global Regulatory Strategy: Research and interpret regulatory requirements across key international markets including India, Australia, Singapore, UAE, and the UK. Design jurisdiction-specific compliance frameworks and advise on optimal regulatory structures for entity setup, cross-border activity, and licensing strategy. Build a repeatable playbook for global expansion.
-
Compliance Infrastructure: Build and implement scalable monitoring and surveillance systems, trade and communications oversight, and internal controls. Develop processes that integrate compliance into product and operations from the start, not as an afterthought. Establish and track KPIs for compliance health and risk exposure.
-
Policy Design and Enforcement: Draft, implement, and enforce firm-wide policies across trading and hedging activities, client onboarding (KYC/AML where applicable), and communications. Conduct internal reviews and investigations as needed. Train employees on compliance obligations and serve as the escalation point for all compliance-related issues.
-
Strategic Advisory: Advise the executive team on the regulatory implications of new products (derivatives, synthetic markets, credit and margin offerings), new geographies, and partnerships with brokers, exchanges, and financial institutions. Help structure Pillar to operate efficiently within swap dealer thresholds, CTA exemptions, and cross-border rules.
What We're Looking For
- 7+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within commodity trading firms, hedge funds, CTAs, asset managers, FCMs, brokers, or derivatives platforms
- Deep expertise in CFTC and NFA regulations and strong understanding of derivatives markets including futures, options, and OTC swaps
- Experience navigating cross-border regulatory frameworks and designing compliance programs for multiple jurisdictions
- Proven ability to build compliance programs from scratch, not just maintain existing ones
- Ability to balance rigorous risk management with business velocity in a fast-moving, early-stage environment
- Clear and direct communicator: able to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance for product, engineering, and GTM teams
Nice to Have
- Experience with global regulators including FCA, MAS, ESMA, SEBI, or DFSA
- Familiarity with crypto, digital assets, or synthetic markets
- Prior experience at a high-growth startup or scaling fintech
- Legal background (JD) or relevant certifications such as Series 3 or Series 34
Benefits
- đ° Competitive Salary & Equity
- đ 401(k) Program
- âď¸ Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- â Unlimited PTO and Flexible Hours
- đŁ Paid lunch, coffee, snacks (and dinner if you're staying late)
- đď¸ Monthly Gym Stipend
- đ Regular Team Off-Sites
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Head Of Compliance
Document your regulatory credentials before applying
Gather your CAMS, CCEP, or equivalent certifications alongside your degree transcripts. USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation evidence for compliance roles, so a credential portfolio that maps each qualification to your job duties strengthens the petition significantly.
Target industries with active LCA filing histories
Financial services, healthcare, and fintech firms file Labor Condition Applications for compliance leadership far more frequently than other sectors. Use Migrate Mate to filter Head of Compliance openings by employers with verified H-1B filing records in those industries.
Verify prevailing wage before evaluating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and job level. Run the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the proposed salary meets Level III or IV thresholds for compliance directors.
Ask about cap-exempt status during employer outreach
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Compliance roles at hospital systems or academic medical centers often fall under this exemption.
Align your job description to the O*NET occupation profile
USCIS uses O*NET occupation data when evaluating specialty occupation claims. Request that your employer's attorney cross-reference your offer letter duties against the O*NET profile for Compliance Managers to close any gaps before the I-129 is filed.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically between roles
If you're transitioning out of a compliance position, you have 60 days after your employment ends to secure a new H-1B transfer. Prioritize employers who can file an H-1B transfer petition quickly so your work authorization remains uninterrupted.
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Does a Head of Compliance role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Head of Compliance as a specialty occupation because the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as law, finance, accounting, or business administration. Employers strengthen the petition by documenting how the compliance function demands theoretical and practical application of that specialized knowledge, not just general business judgment.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Head of Compliance positions?
Banks, insurance carriers, fintech companies, hospital systems, and pharmaceutical firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for compliance leadership. These industries face dense regulatory frameworks that require credentialed specialists, making sponsorship a practical necessity rather than a favor. Migrate Mate filters Head of Compliance openings by verified employer H-1B filing history so you can focus your search on confirmed sponsors.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Head of Compliance job offers?
Your employer must file an LCA certifying that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and experience level. For senior compliance roles, this typically corresponds to a Level III or Level IV wage on the OFLC Wage Search. If the offer falls below the certified wage, USCIS can deny the petition, so verifying the wage tier before negotiating is critical.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change compliance roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS to approve it, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The 60-day grace period after leaving your prior employer gives you a window to secure the transfer filing.
Does holding a JD or advanced compliance certification improve my H-1B petition for this role?
It does. A JD or professional certification such as a CAMS or CCEP reinforces the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating that the role requires specialized legal or regulatory knowledge beyond a general business degree. USCIS officers are more likely to challenge compliance petitions backed only by a broad undergraduate degree, so documenting credentials that map directly to the job duties reduces RFE risk.
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