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.   To support strong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model. Role Overview Cboe is seeking a Director, Assistant General Counsel, to provide legal and regulatory support to Cboe’s U.S. securities businesses as needed, while focusing primarily on the U.S. Market Data and Access Services businesses (“MD&AS”) and the U.S. Exchange Traded Product (“ETP”) Listings business. As Director, Assistant General Counsel, you will review and draft rules and rule filings to applicable regulators, as well as respond to other general legal matters including those related to securities trading and securities listings. The successful candidate will need to be a motivated self-starter, willing to take initiative as well as collaborate with more senior attorneys and incorporate their guidance and feedback into their day-to-day responsibilities. As an operator of exchanges and other trading venues, Cboe operates in a highly regulated environment and compliance by Cboe with its legal and regulatory obligations is paramount in the conduct of its business. In addition, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate a willingness and capability to learn the various regulatory frameworks that apply to Cboe and how to navigate them. 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 associates a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities Your responsibilities will be: Review and draft rules and rule filings to applicable regulators to explain the purpose and basis of those rules. Responsible for steering any rule changes through internal corporate and external regulators’ review & approval processes In conjunction with more senior attorneys, partner with the U.S. securities businesses to drive growth by providing legal counsel and innovative thinking. Keep apprised of new and existing regulations and business initiatives, and work with senior legal leaders to provide legal and regulatory advice to the applicable businesses. Provide legal support for functions relating to compliance with the requirements applicable to national securities exchanges, including exchange membership, and services and products offered by Cboe’s U.S. equities exchanges. Provide legal guidance relating to regulatory requests, exams, inspections, and/or similar matters involving Cboe’s U.S. securities exchanges. In addition to the U.S. securities businesses, provide legal support to other functions across Cboe, including but not limited to, Compliance, Regulatory, Technology, Operations, Risk, Market Policy & Government Affairs, Billing, and Finance. Maintain high standards of legal and regulatory compliance and promote a culture of compliance, by among other things, helping ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of operating a national securities exchange. Respond to other general legal matters including those related to securities trading and corporate law issues. Review regulatory and informational publications. Other legal support for company activities. Help drive the adoption of AI, automation, and improved workflows across Legal, partnering with teams to modernize core processes, strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and enhance program scalability. Help build the team’s capabilities and support leaders in adopting new tools and technology, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and responsible use of emerging capabilities. The ideal candidate has Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant work experience, preferably at a law firm, a financial services firms or a financial market regulator. Strong legal writing and analytical skills, and experience in drafting regulatory filings. A working knowledge of fundamental equities market structure terminology and how on-exchange equities trading is conducted, as well as a willingness to develop a deeper understanding of these areas and how to navigate the applicable legal and regulatory frameworks. A basic understanding of market data and access solutions, and the ETP regulatory framework (including but not limited to, SEC Rule 6c-11), or a willingness to develop a fundamental understanding of these businesses, and the related legal frameworks applicable to these areas and how to navigate them. A self-stater attitude and comfort working both independently and collaboratively (as circumstances dictate) towards completing assigned tasks, as well as under the supervision of more senior attorneys. A highly-motivated attitude, Good attention to detail, and the ability to proactively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally across the businesses, technology and operations, compliance, and regulatory, as well as with other legal team members. Experience interacting with regulators, or a strong desire to develop skills in this area under the direction of more senior attorneys. Proficiency in the use of AI to streamline legal tasks such as summarizing industry rule proposals, comment letters, and regulatory rules, laws, and regulations. Education/Licenses: Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate Licensed to practice law. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 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 who does 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-CP1 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 $233,750-$343,750, 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. Cboe is always looking for intelligent, innovative and hard-working individuals. Our success is based on our talented team of industry and technology professionals, which we believe is the strongest in the industry, and we pride ourselves on hiring the best and brightest. Cboe Global Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please click the following links: Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (in English) Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (in Spanish) Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law (Supplement) E-Verify Participation Poster (English & Spanish) Right to Work Poster (English) Right to Work Poster (Spanish) If you have been contacted about a job opening at Cboe by someone that does not have a @cboe.com email, this is NOT a trusted source. Cboe only utilizes emails from @cboe.com or Linkedin messaging for recruitment purposes. Cboe does not use any other third-party messaging applications. We recommend that you refrain from responding to Cboe recruitment emails that are not from a cboe.com email address and to file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center IC3 at https://www.ic3.gov/. If you have further questions, please reach out to the Cboe HR team at cboehr@cboe.com

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