Chicago Board Options Exchange

Sr Analyst - Surveillance

Chicago Board Options Exchange • $98K — $127K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required in finance, economics, business, or computer science.
  • 3+ years of experience in the securities and trading industry, derivatives experience preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively and independently with all levels of management and staff.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, analytical, and research skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Highly proficient in MS Office suite products, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Review daily and pattern-based surveillance alerts accurately and timely.
  • Maintain familiarity with Cboe's regulatory environment and applicable rules.
  • Assist in updating internal policies related to the Cboe Surveillance Program.
  • Contribute new ideas for surveillance concepts and methodologies.
  • Proactively collaborate with Regulatory Technology and Investigations teams.
  • Respond to inquiries from the SEC and other regulatory bodies.
  • Mentor junior staff and lead team projects and discussions.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and annual community service days.
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits, including telemedicine access.
  • 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% immediately upon hire.
  • Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • Complimentary lunch, snacks, and coffee in the office.
  • Paid tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities.
  • Paid parental leave and fertility benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

To support strong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model.

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.

With its prime location in the heart of downtown, the OPO Building provides easy access to major transportation hubs, including Union Station and multiple CTA lines, making it convenient for commuters. The building is home to a variety of amenities, including restaurants, a fitness center, and collaborative workspaces, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment in one of Chicago's most iconic areas.

OUR TEAM

The Cboe Regulatory Division (the "Division") is responsible for the oversight of the markets for which it has regulatory responsibility and market participants. The Division endeavors to achieve this goal through effective and efficient surveillance, examination, and investigative programs aimed at detecting and disciplining or preventing violative or otherwise inappropriate behavior.
The Division is actively seeking a highly motivated individual to join our surveillance team and perform analysis to assist in determinations regarding possible violations of Cboe Rules and other applicable rules and regulations governing Exchange Members and Trading Permit Holders ("TPHs").

THE ROLE

The Senior Surveillance Analyst performs analysis of daily and pattern-based surveillances of trading activity on the Cboe Exchanges to detect possible violations of Cboe and SEC rules and policies.
In this role, the analyst will:
  • Review daily and pattern-based surveillance alerts in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Build and maintain an understanding of the Cboe Exchanges' regulatory environment, relevant rules and regulations, technologies and systems, processes and operational methodologies, and investigative and examination techniques.
  • Assist in the maintenance of internal policies and procedures related to the Cboe Surveillance Program.
  • Stay apprised of industry concepts and events to contribute to the creation of new surveillance concepts, operational methodologies, and surveillance techniques that address the Regulatory program's concerns.
  • Proactively initiate collaboration with various Cboe teams, particularly the Regulatory Technology and Investigations teams, to further enhance the Regulatory Program.
  • Assist in responding to inquiries from the SEC and other regulatory bodies.
  • Conduct end-user validation of various work products on an as-needed basis.
  • Serve as a mentor to junior staff members, and actively participate in and lead team projects, discussions, and problem solving.
  • Actively participate in training/continuing education opportunities and meetings.
  • Perform other related duties as required or requested.
  • This role requires in-office attendance four days per week (Monday - Thursday) at Cboe's Chicago Office located at 433 W Van Buren St. Chicago, IL 60607.


Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree required; finance, economics, business, or computer science.
  • 3+ years of experience in the securities and trading industry, derivatives experience preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively and independently with all levels of management and staff.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, analytical, and research skills and the ability to apply both quantitative and qualitative analysis with strong attention to detail.
  • Highly proficient in MS Office suite products, namely Excel.

Desired Skills:

  • MBA or Masters degree preferred.
  • Previous experience with Trade Surveillance software preferred.
  • Demonstratable experience using AI tools to streamline workflow
  • Experience with relational databases (SQL, VBA, Access) highly preferred.

Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets

We value the total wellbeing of our people - including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:

  • Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
  • Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
  • 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
  • Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities


Some of our associates' favorite benefits and perks include:

  • Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
  • Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
  • Generous charitable giving company match
  • Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
  • On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers
  • Paid Time Off


Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.

Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)
At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market-informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $98,175-$127,050, with actual compensation determined by job-related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location.

This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.

Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.

Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.

About Chicago Board Options Exchange

The Chicago Board Options Exchange, located at 433 West Van Buren Street in Chicago, is the largest U.S. options exchange with an annual trading volume of around 1.27 billion at the end of 2014. CBOE offers options on over 2,200 companies, 22 stock indices, and 140 exchange-traded funds. The Chicago Board of Trade established the Chicago Board Options Exchange in 1973. The first exchange to list standardized, exchange-traded stock options began its first day of trading on April 26, 1973, in celebration of the 125th birthday of the Chicago Board of Trade. The CBOE is regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission and owned by Cboe Global Markets.
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