Job description:

Corporate Title: Analyst / Associate

Department:  Investment Banking (Wholesale)

Location: New York

Company overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. 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.

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The Investment Banking Strategy team plays a pivotal role in shaping Nomura’s near and longer-term strategy. The Strategy team works closely with senior leadership on a range of management initiatives including business expansion strategy, market & competitor analysis, business planning and performance reviews, and client strategy. The team works directly with Senior Management to determine the right strategy for reaching Nomura’s Investment Banking aspirations across regions in a rapidly changing market environment.

The Analyst / Associate will be a key member of Nomura’s Investment Banking Strategy team focused on International IB strategic initiatives. They will work closely with Global / Regional Investment Banking Leadership teams and COOs, as well as with key corporate teams such as Finance, HR, Risk, Technology.

·         Provide analytical support on Investment Banking strategy initiatives, with a focus on strategic development, long term business growth, and overall positioning of the Investment Banking franchise

·         Identify, analyze and monitor issues that affect profitability, growth, and productivity

·         Conduct competitor/industry research and analysis leveraging both public and non-public sources

·         Research and analyze business profitability and macroeconomic indicators, analyze specific client segments, conduct acquisition screening, perform strategic due diligence

·         Prepare management presentations including business plans, business reviews, offsite presentations, town halls

·         Work closely with Global Wholesale Strategy team on broader firm-wide initiatives

·         1-3 years of experience either in a strategy role, in a consulting firm, in a strategy/business planning unit of a financial institution, or investment banking with a focus on financial institutions

·         Strong analytical skills, including ability to develop financial models and perform data analysis

·         Strong PowerPoint and Excel proficiency

·         Strong communications skills (verbal and written) – ability to interact confidently with senior business leadership on a range of topics

·         Interest in the wider Investment Banking industry including key trends and market dynamics including Market Structure, Regulations: Ability to work on multiple projects and initiative

*base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors”.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer