Analyst, Trading Floor Surveillance
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains a presence in the SPX/VIX trading crowd, monitoring and documenting possible violations of Exchange Rules, including those governing the trading floor and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Researches issues, evaluates and analyzes evidence, and recommends appropriate dispositions to management for review.
Builds and maintains a thorough understanding of CBOE's trading and regulatory environment, as well as the broader securities industry, in areas such as markets, products, relevant rules and regulations.
Actively participates in departmental training/continuing education opportunities and meetings.
Professionally interacts with internal regulatory staff and external contacts (such as Self-Regulatory Organizations, trading permit holders, SEC).
Participates in team projects, discussions, and problem-solving.
Builds and maintains an understanding of the Exchanges' regulatory environment, relevant rules and regulations, technologies and systems, processes and operational methodologies, investigative and examination techniques.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of derivatives markets, especially option pricing methodologies, CBOE rules, policies and trading floor procedures.
Working knowledge in one or more of the following areas preferred: securities or commodities futures regulation, securities or commodities futures trading with experience in options, analytical research, varied trading floor operations, back office, or retail securities.
Basic level skills in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and other business related software.
Knowledge of evaluating, analyzing, and summarizing data and facts; establishing logical connections; forming sound decisions based on analysis.
Organizes and prioritizes tasks and work assignments; completes multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and quality; adjusts to changes in priorities and situations; completes work under pressure; and meets deadlines.
Ability to create clearly-written, organized documents and correspondence with correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; prepares detailed written reports including logical, factual analysis with clarity, completeness, and accuracy.
Ability to organize and express ideas clearly and understandably when speaking to individuals or groups; uses professional grammar and word choice; listens to others and responds appropriately.
Interacts in a professional manner with internal and external contacts; uses tact and diplomacy; maintains confidentiality; appropriately handles and communicates controversial or sensitive information.
Experience
3-6 years or more of options trading experience.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business or Finance.
Additional Information
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.
Cboe is committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market-informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $79,475-$102,850, 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.
For more information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, please visit: Total Rewards at Cboe.