Senior Associate, Enterprise Strategy and Corporate Development (flex hybrid in Chicago, IL)

Senior Associate, Enterprise Strategy & Corporate Development

Building trusted markets powered by our people

At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.

We're building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we've earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to "go for it" and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provide employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.

Location Overview

Cboe HQ is located in the historic Old Post Office district, it's a landmark that blends classic architecture with modern amenities. The building features expansive spaces with high ceilings and large windows, offering an abundance of natural light and panoramic views of the city skyline and the Chicago River.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate to join our Enterprise Strategy & Corporate Development team in Chicago. This team plays a critical role in shaping the long-term strategic direction of the company, supporting growth initiatives, and assisting senior executives in evaluating new opportunities across the global exchange and financial markets ecosystem. As a Senior Associate, you will leverage your experience in investment banking, management consulting, equity research, or public accounting to support strategic projects, analyze market opportunities, evaluate the competitive landscape, evaluate new business opportunities, collaborate with business units to drive growth, and contribute to M&A and partnership execution. This position provides significant exposure to senior leadership and an opportunity to impact the future trajectory of Cboe.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Strategy

• Conduct industry, competitor, and financial analysis to support the development of the Cboe's enterprise strategy.
• Assist in preparing strategic presentations and recommendations for the Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Directors.
• Monitor internal business trends, industry trends, regulatory developments, and the competitive landscape in the global exchange marketplace and the broader financial services industry.
• Prepare material using a data-driven approach to analyze multiple sides of an issue and make recommendations that balance risk / reward.
• Gathering quantitative and qualitative data, building and interpreting financial models, synthesizing research findings, and presenting clear, actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Inform critical decision-making processes by highlighting potential outcomes and their strategic implications, ensuring recommendations are robust, balanced, and aligned with our objectives.

Corporate Development

Competitor and Market Intelligence & Research

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications

Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe

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More About Cboe Global Markets

We're reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We're investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We're an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.