Full-Time

Chief Risk Officer

Cboe

Cboe

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates exchange networks for derivatives trading

Compensation Overview

$259.3k - $320.3k/yr

+ Annual variable pay + 401(k) match + Employee referral bonus

No H1B Sponsorship

Chicago, IL, USA

In Person

Four days in the office per week are required.

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Python
Git
SQL
Risk Management

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Requirements
  • 10-15 years of experience in trading, clearing, or capital markets risk management, or risk management technology.
  • Hands-on experience with post-trade operational workflows, futures commission merchant risk management, central counterparty risk management, or portfolio risk modeling for a trading business.
  • Experience with regulatory relations and operating within Legal and Regulatory strategic engagement guidelines, including the ability to self-interpret regulatory rules and guidelines, specifically Commodity Futures Trading Commission derivatives clearing organization core principles and Securities and Exchange Commission covered clearing agency requirements.
  • Experience designing and building margin models, stress testing, liquidity, default management, and overall market and credit risk management at a central counterparty, futures commission merchant, broker-dealer, or similar entity.
  • Experience creating and reviewing risk management policies.
  • Experience operating within a well-defined governance framework, including reporting to a Board or Risk Committee.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with an interest in designing risk management governance frameworks across markets, funding, and credit.
  • A hands-on orientation with acute attention to detail and strong SQL, Python, and GitHub skills to effectively leverage existing tools.
  • Prior experience creating or implementing enterprise risk management programs, with a strong understanding of risk appetite and tolerances, inherent and residual risks, risk controls, software development life cycle, vendor risk management, and business continuity and disaster recovery.
  • The ability to manage and lead multiple functions simultaneously.
  • Proven strategic agility with broad knowledge and perspective, including the ability to anticipate future consequences and trends.
  • The ability to adapt quickly to changes in priorities and situations, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to organize and present ideas clearly to individuals or groups, listen actively, and prepare clear, concise written materials and presentations.
  • The ability to communicate with colleagues, management, clients, and others in a courteous, concise, and professional manner.
  • Prior leadership experience directing risk management staff and mentoring them to higher levels of achievement.
  • A Bachelor's degree is required.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership for the growth and direction of the risk management function for the Clearinghouse while working collaboratively across teams to execute strategic initiatives.
  • Design and enhance market, credit, and liquidity risk management frameworks and implement them in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
  • Oversee credit risk management of clearing members, the settlement bank, and other counterparties, including onboarding and ongoing credit due diligence and Watch List escalations.
  • Develop the quantitative risk methodology and requirements for the Clearinghouse margin model, stress testing, and default management when developing new products, ensuring risk methodologies remain sound and robust.
  • Enhance model and financial resources back-testing, stress testing scenarios, and credit modeling to ensure robustness and regulatory standards are met.
  • Conduct default management planning and testing in collaboration with clearing members and exchange liquidity providers; ensure the Clearinghouse maintains adequate resources to manage possible member defaults.
  • Lead Credit and Margin Committees and provide regular updates to the Board of Directors, Risk Management Committee, and other governing bodies.
  • Liaise with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, and other regulators during examinations, respond to inquiries on new rules or methodologies, understand regulatory expectations, and build frameworks to meet those requirements.
  • Implement and manage the enterprise risk management program for the Clearinghouse and ensure operations comply with internal policies and applicable regulations.
  • Collaborate with second- and third-line departments, including the Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, and Internal Audit, to develop and deploy enterprise risk management tools, practices, and policies for identifying, analyzing, and reporting enterprise risks.
  • Partner with sales and product teams to understand the product roadmap and strategic initiatives; develop strategies for the Clearinghouse to offer new products and services supported by robust risk modeling and monitoring systems.
  • Ensure the Clearinghouse maintains robust business continuity and disaster recovery processes, and coordinate testing of operational resiliency across business processes.
  • Stay abreast of emerging risks and regulations applicable to the Clearinghouse.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master's degree is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with digital assets, options, and prediction markets is a plus.

Cboe Global Markets operates an exchange network that lists and trades a wide range of financial instruments, including global derivatives, foreign exchange, digital assets, and securities. Its platform matches buy and sell orders, clears and settles trades, and earns revenue from transaction fees and market data. The company serves institutional investors, retail investors, and financial intermediaries through a global infrastructure that facilitates trading and data services. Unlike firms that focus on a single asset class, Cboe offers multiple asset classes and a long history (over 50 years) to provide broad market access and reliable infrastructure. The goal is to power the global economy by creating inclusive markets and helping investors build sustainable financial futures, while also supporting community growth and employee development.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1973

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What believers are saying

  • July 31, 2026 Q2 revenue hit $731.6 million, up 24.6%.
  • July 2026 extended-hours single-stock options captured Nvidia, Tesla, Apple, and peers.
  • June 2026 options volumes surged; multi-listed options averaged 16.6 million contracts daily.

What critics are saying

  • SEC fee caps and market-structure reforms squeeze exchange economics by November 2027.
  • Cboe's SPX concentration makes one franchise drive growth, margins, and valuation.
  • Predictions, extended hours, and clearing invite Nasdaq, ICE, and CME retaliation quickly.

What makes Cboe unique

  • Cboe owns SPX, VIX, and XSP, the deepest U.S. volatility franchise.
  • June 2026 Cboe Predicts extends its options stack into prediction markets.
  • Cboe Clear Europe and Cboe Clear US widen clearing, lending, and around-the-clock access.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Fertility Treatment Support

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
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Aug 21st, 2026
Cboe Global Markets raises 2026 outlook after Q2 revenue hits record $731.6M

Cboe Global Markets reported strong Q2 fiscal 2026 results on 31 July, with net revenue rising 24.6% to a record $731.6 million. The Chicago-based exchange operator's adjusted diluted earnings per share increased 44.7% to $3.56, driven by a 30% surge in Options segment revenue. The company raised its 2026 organic total net revenue growth guidance to "mid to high teens" from "low double-digit to mid-teens". Analysts expect diluted EPS to grow 29.2% year-over-year to $13.78 for fiscal 2026. Cboe shares have gained 16.7% over the past year and are up 17.12% year-to-date in 2026, outperforming the S&P 500's 11.6% gain this year. Of 18 analysts covering the stock, the consensus rating is "Hold", based on three "Strong Buys", 12 "Holds", and three "Strong Sells".

Yahoo Finance
Aug 16th, 2026
Cboe Global Markets raises quarterly dividend 19% to $0.86, marking 16th consecutive annual increase

Cboe Global Markets has raised its quarterly dividend to $0.86 per share for the third quarter of 2026, up from $0.72. The payment will be made on 15 September 2026 to shareholders of record on 31 August 2026. This marks the 16th consecutive year of dividend increases. The 19% rise reinforces the company's commitment to returning cash to shareholders whilst it expands its clearing and trading services. The dividend growth accompanies Cboe Clear Europe's planned expansion into fixed-income lending through its Securities Financing Transactions service. However, analysts note the company remains heavily reliant on its S&P index options partnership, which presents a concentration risk. Community fair value estimates for the stock range from $143.58 to $317.71 per share, reflecting divergent views on the company's prospects.

PR Newswire
Jul 31st, 2026
Cboe Global Markets hits record Q2 revenue of $732M, up 25%, boosts 2026 growth targets

Cboe Global Markets reported record second-quarter results for 2026, with diluted earnings per share rising 50% to $3.35 and adjusted diluted EPS increasing 45% to $3.56. Net revenue reached a record $731.6 million, up 25% year-over-year. The company raised its full-year organic total net revenue growth target to "mid to high teens" from "low double-digit to mid teens". Data Vantage organic net revenue growth guidance was increased to "low teens" from "low double-digit". Cboe reaffirmed adjusted operating expense guidance of $838 million to $853 million. The Options segment posted record net revenue of $473.9 million, up 30%, driven by a 26% increase in average daily volume. North American Equities net revenue rose 17% to $114.7 million. Chief executive Craig Donohue cited progress in executing the company's growth strategy across event contracts, Cboe Clear US, and around-the-clock market access.

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Jul 30th, 2026
Is Cboe (CBOE) Using Its Expanded Credit Facility To Quietly Reposition Its Clearing Strategy?

Cboe Global Markets recently entered into a Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, securing a senior unsecured US$400 million five-year revolving credit facility, expandable to US$600 million and maturing on July 24, 2031, with interest rates tied to public debt ratings and key benchmark reference rates. The updated facility not only refreshes legal terms but also adds flexibility in covenants and permissions to better support Cboe’s clearing activities and potential subsidiary...

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Jul 13th, 2026
Cboe to launch extended hours for single-stock options as volatility drives record Q1 revenue up 29%

Cboe Global Markets plans to launch extended trading hours for single-stock options on select mega-cap stocks, including the Magnificent Seven (Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla). Trading will begin at 7:30 EDT, two hours before major indexes open, and run until 4:15 EDT. The move benefits Cboe, which generates most revenue from trading fees. The company thrives on volatility — its Constituent Volatility Index (VIXEQ) hit 50 in Q1, amongst the highest levels in five years. Cboe reported record Q1 results, with revenue up 29% and earnings up 54% year-over-year. Options revenue increased 33% on a 10% rise in average daily volume. The stock reached an all-time high of $366 per share on 13 May but has since fallen to $265, up 5% year-to-date.