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Lead Recruiter

Cboe Global Markets · Chicago, IL · $126,225–$163,350 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a hard-to-fill role you closed. What made the difference?

What they are checking: Whether they can show concrete tactics and persistence on difficult searches.

As a lead recruiter, how do you support or coach other recruiters on the team?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead and raise the skill of peers, which the title implies.

Tell me about a time a hire didn't work out. What did you learn about your process?

What they are checking: Whether they reflect on hiring outcomes and improve how they assess candidates.

What would you do

How do you push back on a hiring manager whose requirements make the role nearly impossible to fill?

What they are checking: Whether they can advise hiring managers with market data, acting as a partner rather than an order taker.

How do you manage a large number of open requisitions without letting candidate experience slip?

What they are checking: Whether they keep candidates informed and processes moving under a heavy load.

A top candidate is weighing a higher offer from a trading firm. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can close candidates honestly without overpromising.

How do you encourage internal candidates while still running a fair search?

What they are checking: Whether they support internal mobility, which the posting highlights, while treating everyone fairly.

About the work

How would you find strong low-latency engineers when every trading firm in Chicago is competing for them?

What they are checking: Whether they have real sourcing strategies for scarce technical talent in a competitive market.

What recruiting metrics do you track, and how have you used them to improve a process?

What they are checking: Whether they use data like time to fill and pass-through rates to make decisions.

How do you build a diverse candidate slate for technical roles?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical, fair approaches to widening the talent pool.

How do you learn enough about a technical role to screen candidates well?

What they are checking: Whether they invest in understanding roles so they don't waste hiring managers' time.

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The full job description

As published by Cboe Global Markets.

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 with a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities. Location Overview Cboe HQ is located in the historic Old Post Office district, it’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. Cboe is seeking a talented Lead Recruiter who will lead the flawless execution and delivery of Talent Acquisition services by partnering with HR and business leaders. The successful candidate will be charged with developing an understanding of our business, strategy, and our culture to develop Talent Acquisition sourcing plans and solutions. Acting as a talent advisor you will collaborate with HRBP’s and Cboe leaders to drive the continued evolution and improvement of recruitment services and hiring strategies, as well as candidate and hiring manager experience initiatives. Responsibilities Include: • Serve as a strategic talent advisor to business leaders, providing consultative guidance on hiring strategies, talent market trends, workforce planning, and competitive intelligence. • Demonstrate unwavering dedication to delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience by owning the end-to-end recruiting process, consistent follow through and acting as a trusted partner throughout the hiring lifecycle • Partner closely with hiring managers to understand organizational priorities, critical talent needs, and long-term workforce objectives, translating those insights into effective recruiting strategies. • Leverage talent market mapping, competitive intelligence, and workforce data to advise leaders on talent availability, compensation trends, hiring risks, and recruiting strategies. • Utilize AI-enabled sourcing tools and talent intelligence platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and Phenom, to identify, engage, and build relationships with top talent across technical and business functions. • Utilize recruiting metrics, market analytics, and hiring trends to provide data-driven recommendations and regularly communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities to business leaders. • Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Compensation, Global Mobility, Onboarding, and Inclusion & Belonging teams to ensure seamless and compliant hiring processes. • Act as a visible ambassador for Cboe's employer brand by authentically communicating the company's mission, culture, values, and career opportunities across candidate interactions and external talent channels. ​ Experience Requirements: • Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Communications, Sales, Marketing, or another related discipline • Minimum of 8 years of experience as a talent acquisition professional • Experience sourcing and hiring technical and financial talent required • Expert level knowledge in all full life cycle recruiting components, including search strategy, sourcing, engagement, qualification assessment, candidate relationship management, compensation, and onboarding • Experience operating within Workday’s ATS is required • Experience operating within Phenom’s CRM interface is a big plus • Customer focused collaboration style by providing excellent candidate experience and hiring manager experiences • Skilled at problem resolution and communicating effectively at all levels of the organization • Data driven mindset and able to accurately track and report progress, challenges, and predicted outcomes • Passionate about creating an inclusive hiring process and experience • Basic understanding of employment marketing and US employment laws Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets 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 assistance and education opportunities • Generous charitable giving company match • Paid parental leave and fertility benefits • On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers • Paid Time Off 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 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 do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. #LI-CP2 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. Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only) At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $126,225-$163,350, 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. Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at 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.

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