Job Summary

This Analyst position on the International Corporate Development team within our Corporate Strategy & Business Development department will focus on broad CME Group opportunities and assist in framing, analyzing, and recommending strategic choices for the enterprise. The Analyst will support senior department staff in the assessment of organic, inorganic and partnership opportunities and development of strategic positioning to drive growth of existing business lines, expand into new markets and regions/countries, and achieve additional operational efficiencies.

The individual will be responsible for assisting in the research and analysis of potential merger & acquisition opportunities, strategic partnerships, and other commercial opportunities. The individual will also assist in developing longer-term strategies for various business areas within the organization by researching, analyzing, and compiling qualitative and quantitative information in a concise and high-quality manner for presentations to and discussions with senior management and business leaders.

The Analyst will be tasked with determining what information is needed to address a specific matter, where to retrieve this information and how to accurately and thoughtfully present this information so that management can make an informed decision. Because the assessment of opportunities often requires an enterprise view, the position will require the individual to communicate and collaborate with divisions across the organization, including Business Line Management, Client Development & Sales, Legal, Financial Planning & Analysis, etc. The position might also interact with external advisors and other organizations.

The individual will be expected to take the initiative, work independently, support cross-functional teams and produce high-quality work. He or she will need to be poised and confident in working with a broad cross-section of the organization, including senior leaders, in a fast-paced environment.

The Analyst role will focus on the following day-to-day responsibilities and deliverables:

• Apply understanding of key products, services, and business functions to create and maintain various routine business reports, presentations, and financial analyses.

• Collect data and provide analytical reports to improve our business portfolio. Data gathering will require reviews and comprehension of company or industry research reports, regulatory filings, financial statements, and other sources.

• Assist in deriving risks and opportunities, strategic conclusions and recommendations by analyzing qualitative and quantitative information.

• Assist in analyses of potential external opportunities (mergers & acquisition, joint ventures, commercial partnerships, etc.) through data gathering and sometimes financial modeling. Analyses could also include Discounted Cash Flows, Trading Multiples, and Comparable Transactions modeling.

• Collaborate with senior members of the Corporate Strategy & Business Development team and other departments to help develop business cases required in support of potential transactions, partnerships, and investment recommendations.

Qualifications for candidate (degree/major, qualifications, and experience needed from candidate):

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework in finance and accounting

• Minimum GPA of 3.0

• Experience in financial services, corporate strategy, and/or
  corporate development is preferred

• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint or Google Workspace skills required

• Strong analytical skills essential; financial modeling experience helpful but not required

• Self-starter with the ability to work/collaborate effectively within a team

• Occasional travel may be required

CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $70,000-$116,600. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.

CME Group: Where Futures are Made

CME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it – all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we’re looking for more.

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