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CME Group · 7 hours ago

Risk Management Associate

CME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, and they are seeking a Risk Management Associate to proactively manage complex counterparty and market risks. The role involves monitoring asset classes, generating reports, and mentoring junior team members to ensure the stability of the clearing process.

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Responsibilities

Monitor assigned asset classes (Energy, Agriculture, Metals, FX, or Interest Rates) and implement decisive actions to manage associated counterparty and market risks
Generate recurring management reports and deliver critical ad hoc data analysis to inform Clearing House Senior Management decisions
Serve as a subject matter expert, providing crucial internal support on CME systems and advising external clearing members on specialty-specific information
Lead the preparation, coordination, and contribution during cyclical risk reviews of clearing member firms
Assess risk impact for major Clearing House initiatives and partner with project teams to integrate effective mitigation strategies
Communicate complex changes to margining procedures and structures, ensuring clarity and transparency across stakeholders
Mentor and train junior team members, ensuring continuous growth and robust succession planning within the team

Qualification

Risk management experienceAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Excel proficiencyGoogle Sheets proficiencyCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

3–5 years in a dynamic risk management, middle-office, or finance role, with direct exposure to futures across Energy, Agriculture, Metals, FX, or Interest Rates
Demonstrated quantitative, analytical, and sophisticated problem-solving skills to navigate complex financial data
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to drive data manipulation and reporting efficiency
Proven ability to train, mentor, and elevate junior staff in a team-centric environment
Ability to articulate complex risk concepts clearly and persuasively in both oral and written form to senior management and external contacts

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage
Retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan
Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions
Paid time off
Mental health benefit

Company

CME Group

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CME Group is a diverse derivatives marketplace that manages risk and capture opportunities.

H1B Sponsorship

CME Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
2024 (1)
2023 (1)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1B
Key Investors
Google
2021-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2002-12-06IPO

Leadership Team

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Lynne Fitzpatrick
President and Chief Financial Officer
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Julie Holzrichter
Chief Operating Officer
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