Company Profile
National Futures Association
Company Overview
National Futures Association (NFA) is the self-regulatory organization for the U.S. futures industry. NFA’s mission is to develop rules, programs and services that safeguard market integrity, protect investors and help its Members meet their regulatory responsibilities.
NFA is committed to finding creative solutions to regulatory issues, focusing on results, and fulfilling our regulatory responsibilities efficiently and cost-effectively. We strive to create a work environment that rewards outstanding performance while encouraging employees to create a healthy balance between their work and their personal lives. Our efforts are reflected in workplace satisfaction awards we have received over the past several years.
National Futures Association (NFA) provides exciting opportunities for individuals seeking a career in financial services, regulation and compliance. With the addition of duties relating to the regulation of the OTC derivatives (swaps) market and a influx of new NFA Members, NFA is experiencing a period of substantial growth, both in our Chicago headquarters and our New York office.
Company History
National Futures Association (NFA) is the self-regulatory organization for the U.S. derivatives industry, including on-exchange traded futures, retail off-exchange foreign currency (forex) and OTC derivatives (swaps). NFA has developed and enforced rules, provided programs and offered services that safeguard market integrity, protect investors and help our Members meet their regulatory responsibilities and has done so for more than 30 years.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
NFA has been named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Chicago and one of the National Best and Brightest Companies to Work For by the National Association for Business Resources, one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois by the Business Ledger, one of the 100 Best Adoption Friendly Workplaces in America by the Dave Thomas Foundation, and one of the Top Work Places by the Chicago Tribune. Furthermore, the Principal Financial Group named NFA one of the 10 Best Companies for Employee Financial Security.
Benefits
At NFA, we firmly believe that it is the quality of our employees that sets us apart from other regulatory organizations and enables us to achieve our goals. We strive to hire efficient, innovative and results-focused staff. We offer a comprehensive plan that includes compensation, benefits and your work environment. NFA is pleased to provide a total package that is competitive and allows employees to easily balance work and life.
NFA's extensive offerings include the following:
HEALTH CARE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health & Wellness Program
WORK LIFE BALANCE
37.5 hour work week
Vacation Days
Sick/Personal Days
Flexible Work Schedule
Ability to purchase additional vacation days
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN
401k savings plan
Company match of 100% up to 6% of pay
Fully vested after 3 years
Automatic enrollment for new employees
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
Discretionary contribution by Board of Directors
Up to 5% contribution may be given
Fully vested after 3 years
Automatic enrollment after 1 year of service
PRE-TAX SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Health Care
Dependent Care
Subsidized fare on public transportation
INCOME PROTECTION
Life Insurance
Short-term disability Insurance
Long-term disability Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Business & Travel Accident Insurance
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Business Casual Work Environment
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Resource & Referral Program
Adoption Assistance