OCC's Commitment to DEI

Creating a More Welcoming World

Our Diversity Value Proposition

We continuously expand our talent pipeline and redefine our hiring and promotion practices, aimed at cultivating a diverse and talented workforce. We are dedicated to sharing our DEI goals, progress, and initiatives to spark positive change within our organization and industry.

Together, we celebrate our unique perspectives and identities. Our team unites to fulfill its vital role in the markets, and fosters growth both internally and beyond our walls. While our story is still being written, we remain steadfast in our commitment to creating a lasting impact.

#WeAreOCC

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council

Our collaborative team provides thought leadership and governance to our DEI strategy. They aim to create an inclusive workplace and increase the recruitment, retention, and promotion of the underrepresented groups highlighted in our DEI Commitment. Our council brings together key stakeholders from across OCC to evolve a culture of inclusion by generating trust, a feeling of belonging, and equity.

Employee Network Groups

Our ENGs create a space for allyship and advance efforts to achieve equity in the workplace and the broader communities where we live and work. OCC proudly sponsors the following ENGs and plans to include more in the future:

Black Organization for Leadership and Development (BOLD)
Women's Leadership Network (WLN)
Hispanic/Latino OCC Leaders and Allies (HOLA)
Helping Young Professionals Excel and Develop (HYPED)
Advancing Accessibility (ACCESS)

Hiring and Promotional Practices

When it comes to hiring underrepresented talent, we’ve implemented inclusive practices to improve representation at OCC. Our Internship Program recruits interns from partner organizations like The Greenwood Project and Chicago Scholars. We also offer a referral bonus program for OCC employees who refer underrepresented talent. We believe our efforts will improve equitable hiring and expand our talent pipeline to help yield results.

DEI Commitment

At OCC, our people are our greatest asset. We recognize and appreciate different backgrounds, identities, and experiences, such as race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, military/veteran status, age, and more. As we continue our journey, we embrace the work we must accomplish to achieve equity in the workplace and our community. Our ongoing commitments:

Advancing the representation of our workforce equitably and inclusively across all levels by diversifying our talent pipeline.
Engendering a culture of inclusion, belonging, and trust for the OCC community.
Investing in the communities where we live and work to address structural inequities for vulnerable and underrepresented communities.

Cultural Events and Activities

Join us for shared experiences that unite our team, fostering an inclusive workplace where every identity is recognized and celebrated.

OCC sOCCials

OCC sOCCials are informal gatherings held multiple times a year to connect colleagues across the organization. They usually involve delicious food and drinks!

ENG Events

Employee Network Groups (ENGs) at OCC organize and host several activities throughout the year to celebrate diversity, engage colleagues in meaningful conversations, elevate cultural awareness and enhance our culture of inclusion.

Corporate Events

These organization-wide events include town halls, holiday parties and other activities throughout the year.

OCC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. OCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Numerous studies have shown that people from groups that are traditionally under-represented in financial services apply to jobs only if they believe they meet 100% of the requirements. We want to break down this mindset to further diversify our workforce.

We encourage you to review our open positions and apply if you think your experience may be a match, even if you do not meet all of the qualifications. Your perspective may be an element we need to continue building innovative solutions to support the markets and market participants we serve.

OCC is a globally recognized entity that clears a multitude of diverse and sophisticated products. We want to reflect this in the diversity of our workforce.

If you need a disability related accommodation for any part of the application process, please email talentacquisition@theocc.com