Job Description for Global Markets - < Prime Services> - < Prime Finance Risk >
Nomura Overview:
Nomura is an Asia-headquartered financial services group with an integrated global network spanning
over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals,
institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Retail, Asset Management,
Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Merchant Banking. Founded in 1925, the
firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and
considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com
Nomura Services India, (Powai) supports Nomura’s businesses around the world. Powai’ s world class
capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk
management and legal support have played a key role in facilitating Nomura’s global operations and
are an integral part of Nomura’s global expansion plans. The Powai operation is a critical part of the
platform to support the growth of Nomura’s global business.
Division Overview:
Nomura's Global Markets Division handles client transactions for financial institutions, corporates,
governments and investment funds around the world. We act as market makers, trading in fixed income
and equity securities, including currencies, interest rates and credit in cash, derivatives and structured
products. We have taken market-leading positions across the globe by leveraging the strength of our
talent client relationships and technology.
Business Unit Overview:
Nomura’s Prime Services Risk team is first line of defence covering all aspects of risk management for
the Prime Services business globally. This team works very closely with Prime business desk (front
office) around the globe (NY, LN, HK).
As part of this role, you will conduct risk assessment of institutional client’s (HFs, SWFs etc) portfolio,
and help to identify potential risk issues and weaknesses. The successful candidate will assist in the
development of the risk and margin methodology and product platform and will be required to work
closely with sales, traders, client service representatives and risk team members globally.
Position Specifications:
Corporate Title Associate/AVP/VP
Experience 8+ years
Qualification
Degree/equivalent level qualification in Maths, Financial Maths,
Engineering, Operational Research, Statistics, Computer Science or
similar.
Requisition No.
Role & Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the role would include, but are not limited to:
Analysing data, developing and building risk dashboards using tools like SQL, Python, Power BI.
Developing the risk and margin methodology and product platform.
Developing the risk reporting suite, ensuring global consistency and facilitating ad-hoc analysis.
Setting trade by trade margin for clients globally and assisting with client related risk and margin queries.
Quantitative client portfolio risk analysis, and helping to identify potential risk issues and weaknesses.
Working with sales and trading to facilitate margin terms on new business. Assist in decision making on contractual obligations within the Business. Working with in-Business and control partners across the Firm globally and assisting with regulator queries.
Mind Set: Mandatory Desired Domain
Degree/equivalent level qualification gained in Maths, Financial Maths, Engineering, Operational Research, Statistics, Computer Science or similar.
Minimum 2-year experience in financial services.
Strong knowledge of Equities, Equity Derivatives, Convertible Bonds, Fixed Income, Repo, and Futures and Options.
Strong technical knowledge and understanding of risk management concepts such as VaR, stress testing, and scenario analysis.
MS Excel to expert level.
Programming Skills e.g. VBA, SQL, Python, Power BI etc. [intermediate level]
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good general knowledge & understanding of current macro-economic trends.
Ability to work independently, motivated to learn, and drive for success.
Previous experience in Global Markets (Prime Brokerage, Equity Financing, Treasury or Risk management) preferred
Further Financial Education e.g. FRM, CFA (Level 2), CAIA, etc.
Knowledge of Prime Brokerage and/or financing businesses, and client motivations.
Nomura Core Competencies (Competencies remain standard for all levels; the indicators will change based on the level you are hiring for (please keep only the one for which the req is raised)
Competencies Behavioral Indicators
Culture & Conduct
Building Nomura’s Culture Diversity & Inclusion Professional Integrity Self-Awareness
Aware of own impact
Respectful attitude
Professionalism
Gets involved
Client-Centricity & Business Acumen Commerciality Client-Centricity Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Product / service knowledge
Responsive, accountable
Detail orientated
Offers options/solutions
Strategy & Innovation
Strategic Thinking & Change
Decision Making & Judgement Agility
Stays up to date
Thinks differently
Demonstrates entrepreneurial thinking
Translates strategies into plans
Stays one step ahead
Open to new ways of thinking
Leadership & Collaboration
Managing Talent Recognising and Motivating Supporting, Developing & Collaborating with others Managing Conflict
Stays up to date
Open to new ways of thinking
Sees when to escalate
Provides logical rationales
Shows initiative to develop
Leverages resources
Communication & Connectivity
Articulation & Receptiveness
Impact Connectivity
Recognises others’ efforts
Offers to assist
Willing team participant
Shows interest
Communication & Influence
Articulation and Receptiveness
Impact Connectivity
Speaks/writes clearly
Aware of non-verbal behaviour
Demonstrates active listening
Conveys a positive image
Shares information
keeps people informed
Builds strong relationships
Execution & Delivery
Driving Performance Execution-Focus Planning & Organising Adaptability
Maintains can-do attitude
Sees tasks to completion
Manages day-to day work
Prioritises/meets deadlines
Asks questions to gain understanding
Responds positively to feedback
