Job Title:  Sales Assistant- Cash Equities

Job Title: Sales Assistant – Cash Equities
Department- Instinet
Location: New York
Corporate Title- Analyst/Associate

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $125,000-$140,000/year

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

Department Overview
Instinet, a subsidiary of Nomura, is a leading global electronic trading platform that offers innovative solutions to institutional clients. With a team of experienced professionals, Instinet provides clients with customized trading strategies and access to liquidity across multiple asset classes. The platform's cutting-edge technology and commitment to client satisfaction have made it a valuable partner for clients looking to optimize their trading performance. Instinet's mission is to continue driving growth and success in the electronic trading space through its focus on technology, innovation, and client service. 

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sales Assistant to support the Cash Equities Sales team. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring seamless day-to-day operations of the desk, assisting senior salespeople with client coverage, and sales administration. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced trading floor environment, is analytically strong, and possesses excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to equity sales professionals and institutional clients.
• Maintain and update client coverage lists, CRM systems, and daily activity logs.
• Assist in the preparation of market summaries, client presentations, and sales pitches.
• Track and distribute market-moving news, research, and corporate action updates.
• Handle KYC/AML onboarding coordination and compliance documentation where needed.
• Act as a point of contact for clients in the absence of senior salespeople.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial services, ideally in equities sales/trading or operations.
• Strong understanding of cash equities markets and institutional client dynamics.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Bloomberg, and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Series 7 and 63 licenses preferred or willingness to obtain

*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.

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