Pros
For years, Cboe stood out because of its talented people, collaborative culture and flexibility. The trust employees were given translated into strong engagement and a healthy work-life balance. It was a place where people genuinely wanted to stay. Which could be seen by several (Senior) people who had been there for tens of years.
Cons
Since the arrival of the new CEO last year, the direction of the company has changed significantly. The increasing emphasis on mandatory return to office feels less about improving collaboration and more about demonstrating control. The flexibility that helped make Cboe an attractive employer is steadily disappearing. It's disappointing to see leadership move away from a culture built on trust toward one centered on physical presence. Many employees have already left. Whether through restructuring or by choosing to seek opportunities elsewhere. It's difficult not to wonder how much more institutional knowledge and talent will be lost if this continues. The company risks undoing years of goodwill by replacing a culture of autonomy with mandates that many employees don't believe improve the quality of their work. Once a culture starts to erode, it's much harder to rebuild than it is to preserve.