Manager, Index Operations

Job Description: Building trusted markets — powered by our people    At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.   We’re building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we’ve earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provide employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.    Location Overview   Cboe HQ   is   located in   the historic Old Post Office   district,   i t’ s a landmark that blends classic architecture with modern amenities. The building features expansive spaces with   high ceilings   and large windows, offering an abundance of natural light and panoramic views of the   city   skyline and the Chicago River.   With its prime location in the heart of downtown, the OPO Building provides easy access to major transportation hubs, including Union Station and multiple CTA lines, making it convenient for commuters. The building is home to a variety of amenities, including restaurants,   a   fitness center, and collaborative workspaces, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment in one of Chicago's most iconic areas.   PLEASE NOTE: To support strong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model. Position Summary:   US   Team   Lead   with Cboe Global Indices (CGI) .     The   CGI   team currently   research es , design s,   and implement s   new index strategies   supporting both   Cboe ’s   brand ed ind ices   and   client -owned indices .     Manager of Index Operations   coordinates   the daily   calculation ,   maintenance   and validation of CGI’s indices   in the US , includi ng client i nteraction , error handling, presenting to   index committe e s, and evaluating and building validation tools   to ensure compliance with control framework .    This role   is primarily focused on   derivatives   and will addi tio nally provide exposure to   equities.   Duties and Responsibilities:   Performs a combination of the following   functions :   Manage and expand team of index analysts   in multiple offices   Calculate   CGI’s US suite of indices, covering options   and equity ,   as well   a s customized   cal culations   Dive into calculation challenges, confirming accuracy or evaluating and fixing calculation issues be it modeling, data, or   methodology   updates    Support   Theoretical Options Pricing Service (TOPS) including   onboarding,   client support, and   process   enhancement   Responsible for team running   index validation s   and quality   assurance   checks , currently focused on scripting in   Python and   R   O nboard new   indices   from implementation team , including   methodology   evaluation   for operational feasibility   and   appropriate validations   Participate in index committee meetings to   set direction for index   methodology   enhancements , including suggesting and   assisting   with   market consultations   Help   establish   index calculation standards   and quality assurance   to enable repeat application   of calculation modules   Participate in client meetings to   show robustness of CGI calculations   Work   collaboratively with other Cboe departments on new index and benchmark launches,   leading   the   post-launch support   function   Work on   enhancement initiatives to support robust and scalable   processes   in line   with established control framework   Participate in regular incident review and internal postmortem, suggesting and implementing process improvement   Experience:   Minimum of   5   years options , equity , financial   indexing   and/or financial   markets   experience in a related capacity .     Managerial experience ( team of   2-6) preferred.   Knowledge,   Skills   and Abilities:   Strong   quantitative and programming skills; experience in Python,   R,   and SQL  with preference to   Python   Experience with written documentation of projects   Strong background in index mathematics: writing, reading   methodology   formulas   Ability to solve non-routine problems   Effective interpersonal and communication skills   Experience in a   time sensitive environment with daily deadlines   Strong focus on training and onboarding new employees   Education:   Bachelors   d egree   Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Scien ce or relat ed field   required       Advanced degree preferred. ​ We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:  Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement   Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days  Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services   2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire   Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan    Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation   Employee referral bonus program    Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities    Some of our associates’ favorite benefits and perks include:   Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office   Paid Tuition