Regulatory Compliance Director, Predictions

As a Regulatory Compliance Director, you’ll play a critical role in protecting the integrity and compliance of DraftKings’ prediction markets. You’ll help shape and oversee regulatory programmes that support a transparent, fair, and trusted marketplace while partnering with teams across the business to navigate a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Working at the intersection of regulation, surveillance, and operations, you’ll lead high-impact initiatives that influence both day-to-day compliance activities and the future of our regulated products.

• Lead the preparation, review, and submission of regulatory filings, rule amendments, notices, and other communications to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee investigations into potential violations of internal rules, market conduct standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of identified issues.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute regulatory compliance strategies that support business objectives while maintaining market integrity and regulatory adherence.
• Manage regulatory reporting obligations and help ensure compliance programmes, policies, and procedures remain effective and aligned with evolving regulatory expectations.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, Legal, Risk, and other cross-functional teams to identify compliance risks and implement practical, scalable solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted representative of the organisation on regulatory matters.
• Provide leadership and guidance across the Regulatory Compliance function, including acting as the senior compliance lead when necessary.
• Support the development of future products and initiatives by evaluating regulatory considerations and helping establish compliant operating frameworks.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Law, or a related field. (required)
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, market regulation, or regulatory oversight within a Designated Contract Market, Derivatives Clearing Organisation, futures commission merchant, broker-dealer, exchange, or regulatory agency. (required)
• Deep knowledge of derivatives or financial market regulations, including experience working with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission or similar regulatory bodies. (required)
• Strong understanding of the full trade lifecycle, including order management, execution, clearing, settlement, and reconciliation processes. (required)
• Experience leading complex regulatory investigations and managing regulatory examinations, inquiries, or reporting requirements. (required)
• Familiarity with market surveillance platforms, case management systems, and compliance monitoring tools. (required)
• Exceptional analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information responsibly. (required)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience influencing stakeholders and collaborating effectively across multiple teams and levels of leadership. (required)

• Comprehensive health benefits, including various medical plans, dental, and vision.
• Wellbeing Programme with free therapy sessions with Lyra Mental Health Solution, Lyra Employee Assistance Program, the Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and many more.
• 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to all global team members and workplace lactation support.
• Partnership with Care.com for care finder and backup childcare for U.S. employees.
• Family planning benefits supporting adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, or other family planning.
• Flexible PTO if you work in the United States.
• Pet insurance to help save on vet expenses.
• Gym reimbursement for part of your gym membership.
• Financial Planning support from 401(k) matching to programs such as Origin Financial.
• Commuter benefits to help lower costs on your daily commute.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for educational courses related to their positions or another position at DraftKings.