Cboe Global Markets is hiring : Event Planner in Chicago

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 inclusive 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. Our Associate Resource Groups champion diversity, equity and inclusion, giving employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.

Sound like the place for you? Join us!

The Events team is hiring for an Event Planner.

The Event Planner is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing corporate events that align with Cboe's strategic goals and deliver meaningful experiences for internal and external audiences. This role collaborates with business units to define event objectives, coordinates logistics across venues, and ensures high standards of hospitality and professionalism. Events may be held onsite or offsite, and the planner will serve as a key point of contact throughout the event lifecycle.

• Plan and execute corporate events, including meetings, conferences, and special functions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define event goals, target audiences, and success metrics.
• Manage logistics including venue selection, vendor coordination, catering, transportation, and staffing.
• Build and maintain event registration websites; manage attendee data and reporting.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and service providers.
• Ensure consistent hospitality standards across all events.
• Prepare event proposals, budgets, and post-event reports.
• Serve as on-site host, ensuring smooth execution and guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate post-event activities including budget reconciliation, communications, and survey distribution.
• Analyze feedback to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain alignment with Cboe's mission, values, and business objectives.
• Travel occasionally for events, training, or inter-office coordination.
• May be subject to additional responsibilities as needed
• Track and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with event planning and execution.
• Ensure vendor compliance with contracts, insurance requirements, and company policies.
• Incorporate sustainability practices into event planning, such as waste reduction and eco-friendly materials.
• Conduct post-event analytics to evaluate success metrics and ROI.
• Maintain detailed documentation of event plans, contracts, and communications for future reference

Desired Qualifications / Experience / Certification / Education (in Order Of Importance)

Physical Requirements (specific to the role)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Benefits and Perks

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 :

Some of our employees' favorite benefits and perks include :

More About Cboe Global Markets

We're reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We're investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate the diversity in our communities, inside and out, and welcome new perspectives with equity, inclusion and belonging.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We're an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.

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Our pay ranges are determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, role, experience, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $59,500-$73,500. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay the company expects to offer for new hires working in the position full time. If you live in one of the following areas or if you work in a Cboe office in the following areas, the range may be higher according to the geographic differentials listed below :

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Within the range, individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision), 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance, and much more! Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program, visit TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE.

Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.