Apply on Employer Site

CBRE · 3 months ago

Senior Associate, Enterprise Strategy and Corporate Development

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $142K/yr

2+ years exp

Cboe Global Markets is a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, dedicated to solving complex challenges in the financial sector. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate to join their Enterprise Strategy & Corporate Development team, where the role involves supporting growth initiatives and evaluating new opportunities across the global exchange and financial markets ecosystem.

CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Prepare material using a data-driven approach to analyze multiple sides of an issue and make recommendations that balance risk and 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

Support deal evaluation, due diligence, financial modeling, and valuation for potential acquisitions, investments, and partnerships

Prepare materials for Finance & Strategy Committee and Executive Leadership Team decision making

Work in a collaborative manner with Finance, Legal, Technology, and Business Unit leaders related to transaction evaluation, execution, integration, and planning

Research and develop insights on market structure shifts, new asset classes, technology innovations, and competitive landscape

Maintain research and financial databases to assess performance of key industry players

Partner with business units to evaluate growth opportunities, including business/product expansion opportunities to drive growth

Provide analytical and strategic support to enterprise-wide initiatives and special projects

Qualification

Financial modelingValuationQuantitative analysisInvestment bankingManagement consultingEquity researchCorporate developmentProblem-solvingCritical thinkingCommunication skillsPresentation skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or related field

2-3+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, equity research, corporate development, or Big 4 public accounting (including transaction services, valuation, or advisory)

Candidate will have recently completed a structured 2 or 3-year training program in a relevant financial discipline

Professional experience in Financial Services is required

Strong financial modeling, valuation, and quantitative analysis skills

Excellent research, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to synthesize complex ideas on broad ranging topics into executive-ready deliverables

Strong project management skills and ability to work across multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with stringent deadlines