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.
Investor confidence is crucial to the success of the derivatives markets, and the best way to gain investor confidence is to demand the highest levels of integrity of all market participants and intermediaries.
Membership in NFA is mandatory, assuring that everyone conducting business with the public on U.S. futures exchanges and in the retail forex marketplace must adhere to the same high standards of professional conduct. NFA membership also is mandatory for swap dealers and major swap participants. NFA's membership currently numbers approximately 4,100 firms and 57,000 associates.
NFA is a non-profit, independent regulatory organization. We do not operate any markets. We are not a trade association. We operate at no cost to the taxpayer. We are financed exclusively from membership dues and assessment fees.
"Diversity and inclusion have been NFA values for over 30 years. There is nothing more important than cultivating a workplace culture where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging, regardless of their background. When we foster the collective strength of our many differences, we team better and unlock our full potential."
- Nancy Bohanon, Vice President, Human Resources
Our Approach to Hiring
Trust and belonging are the foundation of our inclusive culture. Recruiting diverse staff is a top priority. Building a diverse staff begins with sourcing diverse candidates. In addition to posting NFA's open positions to niche sites targeting diverse candidates, NFA connects with individuals from various organizations to ensure we reach job seekers from a variety of backgrounds.