This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most influential franchises in U.S. capital markets. As SVP, Head of US Equities, you will hold full strategic and P&L ownership across Cboe's four U.S. equities exchanges — setting the vision, driving innovation, and shaping how some of the world's most active equities markets trade. You will report directly to a member of Cboe's Executive Leadership Team, with a mandate to build on Cboe's momentum as a top-tier global exchange operator.
Duties and Responsibilities:Performs a combination of the following duties according to departmental guidelines:
- Engage with buy and sell side clients, the Cboe sales force, and Cboe executive management to define, shape, and lead our strategy.
- Own the pricing strategy, exchange features, and overall business unit P&L across Cboe's four U.S. exchanges, including the ETP listings business.
- Implement both the short and long term strategic direction for a business line at the center of U.S. equities trading.
- Spend a significant amount of time with clients to generate ideas that add value to our partners’ businesses while generating growth for Cboe.
- Lead, develop, and inspire the US Equities team powering performance across four national exchanges
- Leverage personal and professional relationships to build business
- Represent Cboe as a thought leader at industry conferences and public speaking engagements alongside our most senior executives
- Minimum 15+ years’ industry experience in equities trading markets, 5+ years of exchange experience is preferred
- Deep understanding of equities micro-market structure and experience interfacing with regulators.
- Advanced knowledge of laws, exchange rules and regulations as they apply to public companies and the financial industry.
- Advanced knowledge of – but not limited to - the equities market and overall market structure. Advanced knowledge of options and futures products is preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing and to interact with internal and external contacts.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate available data to make informed decisions appropriate for relevant businesses and the firm.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite and other business related software.
- Attendance in a traditional office environment is required.
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance, Marketing, Business or related area
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $340,000-$420,000 per year. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay target for new hires working in the position full time.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by actual work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision), 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance, and much more! Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program, visit TOTAL REWARDS @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.
Skills Required
- Minimum 15+ years industry experience in equities trading markets
- 5+ years of exchange experience
- Deep understanding of equities micro-market structure and experience interfacing with regulators
- Advanced knowledge of laws, exchange rules and regulations applicable to public companies and the financial industry
- Advanced knowledge of the equities market and overall market structure
- Advanced knowledge of options and futures products
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and interact with internal and external contacts
- Ability to analyze and evaluate available data to make informed business decisions
- Ability to travel as needed
- Intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite and other business related software
- Attendance in a traditional office environment is required
- Bachelor's degree (preferably in Finance, Marketing, Business or related area)
Cboe Global Markets Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cboe Global Markets and has not been reviewed or approved by Cboe Global Markets.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is highlighted with a notable company 401(k) match and strong retirement plan options, bolstering long-term financial security.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is emphasized through equity grants and an employee stock purchase plan, making ownership a meaningful part of total rewards. This structure can add upside beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits include paid parental bonding leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized backup care. Family-forming resources and return-to-work supports are also noted.
Cboe Global Markets Insights
What We Do
Cboe is one of the world's largest exchange holding companies, offering cutting-edge trading and investment solutions to investors around the world. Cboe offers trading across a diverse range of products in multiple asset classes and geographies, including options, futures, U.S. and European equities to name a few.
Why Work With Us
We have a 50-year history and a trusted reputation. Our company has grown significantly over the last couple years. We have fun, empathetic and inclusive culture where you can do your best work and grow your career.
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