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.
Divisional Overview:
Powai Compliance broadly covers non-financial risk Compliance, Conduct and Operational Risk in order to increase convergence and build a more robust risk and control framework. This team supports Nomura Powai as well as global Compliance & Operational Risk teams to ensure effective risk management and plays an integral part in managing the compliance, conduct and Operational risk of the firm. Powai Compliance comprises of Core Compliance, Trade Monitoring, Electronic Communication Surveillance, Financial Crime Monitoring, Control Room and Employee Compliance. Powai Operational Risk comprises of the Core, Risk Analytics and Central framework teams to ensure embedding of the Non- Financial Risk framework across the firm. The teams work closely to provide advisory and controls solutions to global/regional teams via various strategic and operational interventions.
Business Unit Overview: Employee Compliance team provides support to Nomura entities globally on Personal Account Dealing and Outside Business Interests & Affiliations Monitoring, Training & Affirmations and Policies Management, Licensing and Registrations, Regulatory Change and Reporting and Infrastructure Advisory functions. Team ensures Nomura staffs abide by the policies and procedures in place to meet applicable compliance requirements and regulatory obligations. Employee Compliance team provides support to onshore entities in providing guidance and oversight of staffs on various key Compliance matters. Team assists regions on monitoring, identification and management of risks as Second Line of Defence for the firm.
Position Specifications:
Corporate Title Associate
Functional Title Manager
Experience 8 to 10 Years
Qualification Graduate/Post Graduate
Role & Responsibilities:
Administer and support EMEA regional Compliance teams with monitoring, submitting and tracking of: Online Training and Affirmations (Legal/Compliance Policies) Face to Face Training (provided by regions) administrations and support Regulatory Change Management Registrations (Senior Manager Certifications Regime, 15a6 & Firm Element, Swap Dealer, etc) Monitor and support local team while managing own BAU, ensure no process breaks across all functions. Regular stakeholder meetings and follow-ups, maintain healthy relations with all Promptly address queries and requests received from the regional teams Coordinate with regional Compliance team and IT team to facilitate UAT testing for system enhancements and process efficiencies Continuous effort towards enhancing the processes, identification of risks and eliminations of the same Provide all necessary reports, periodic management information, and such other information as may be required by regional Compliance teams in connection with the processes supported Develop a good understanding of the relevant applicable regulatory requirements and keep abreast of all regulatory updates and changes in order to support the process Identify, facilitate and implement process improvement ideas to improve efficiency
Essentials:
Mind Set: Mandatory Desired Domain Basic understanding of Investment Banking business and the Financial Regulatory environment. Collaborates within and across teams, involving the right people Detail-minded; be able to ensure data completeness and accuracy Interpersonal Good interpersonal skills; high ethical standards Acts proactively to increase efficiency Critical thinking, Risk Management, Conflict Management Knowledge of Training/Affirmations, Regulatory Change management, Registrations Ability to represent the wider Compliance function credibly in discussions with other departments, especially the front office and Human Resources function Demonstrable project management skills Strong inter-personal and organisational skills Strong time management skills Experience with using Word, Excel, PowerPoint Excellent attention to detail Willingness to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing demands of the role Experience with Power BI / Tableau and other data visualization tools will be added advantage
Nomura Core Competencies:
Competencies Behavioral Indicators Culture & Conduct Building Nomura s Culture Diversity & Inclusion Professional Integrity Self-Awareness Contributes to desired culture Sets positive example Aware of different values/styles Holds high standards of behaviour Aware of own strengths/weaknesses Client-Centricity & Business Acumen Commerciality Client-Centricity Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving Understands current market Anticipates client needs Pays attention to detail Sees problems, recommends solutions Strategy & Innovation Strategic Thinking & Change Decision Making & Judgment Agility Balances alternative views Knows when to decide/when to escalate Champions new ideas Is both disciplined and entrepreneurial Sees when to escalate Leadership & Collaboration Managing Talent Recognizing and Motivating Supporting, Developing & Collaborating with others Managing Conflict Thinks differently Balances alternative views Knows when/how to compromise Learns from experience Seeks to develop Communication & Connectivity Articulation & Receptiveness Impact Connectivity Assists in recruiting Gives credit Builds productive working relationships Provides constructive, timely and specific feedback Communication & Influence Articulation and Receptiveness Impact Connectivity Adjusts style to suit topic Balances listening/talking Communicates with clarity and consideration Is a proven and credible resource Questions to understand others views Builds internal contact network Willingly effectively works across teams Execution & Delivery Driving Performance Execution-Focus Planning & Organizing Adaptability Demonstrates accountability/commitment Takes on challenging assignments Executes priority actions on-time Keeps stakeholders updated Manages expectations Persists when confronted with resistance