Brand Manager Jobs in Illinois

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.

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.

Role Overview

The Brand & Corporate Marketing Manager is responsible for shaping and executing strategies that strengthen the company’s brand across all touchpoints, ensuring creative excellence, consistency, and high-impact execution. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver impactful brand storytelling, integrated campaigns, and corporate marketing initiatives that support business growth and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of brand and corporate marketing strategies that align with business priorities
• Own and manage the company’s corporate gifting program, ensuring it reflects brand standards and business goals
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, ensuring brand alignment across departments and business units
• Collaborate cross-functional teams (Design, Studios, Communications, Events, Digital, Product Marketing, Sales) to deliver integrated marketing initiatives
• Manage brand campaigns and initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with brand strategy
• Manage updates to key brand touchpoints, including website, social media, presentations, and corporate collateral
• Track performance of brand initiatives using metrics and insights to inform optimization
• Manage relationships with creative agencies, vendors, and production partners as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in brand marketing, corporate marketing, or integrated marketing roles
• Strong understanding of brand strategy, storytelling, and corporate positioning
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with creative teams, agencies, and external partners
• Strong attention to detail with a high bar for quality and consistency
• Passion for building brands that are visually distinctive, consistent, and compelling

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.

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.