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Job Title:  Associate / VP, Equity Finance Sales Trader

Job Code:  9185
Country:  HK
City:  Central
Skill Category:  Global Markets
Description: 

Job Title:              Equity Finance Sales Trader

Corporate Title:    Associate/VP

Department:         Global Markets

Location:              Hong Kong  

SFID:                    9185

 

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.

 

Department Overview

Nomura's Global Markets department offers clients worldwide liquidity, market insights, and execution services across multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. The team's emphasis on innovation and technology ensures access to advanced trading platforms and tailored solutions. Specializing in market-making, risk management, and electronic trading, Nomura's Global Markets team has a strong global presence and is renowned for 5xceptional client service. With expertise, global reach, and a commitment to innovation, the department is poised to drive growth and success in the financial industry.

 

Role Description

The Equity Finance Sales Trader will execute equity finance trades, including securities borrowing and lending transactions, with a focus on maximizing profitability whilst minimizing risk, build and maintain relationships with clients, and providing market insights to drive business growth.

 

Other responsibilities include:

  • Provide Securities Borrowing Lending/Stock loan services to hedge fund clients and sourcing of supply from lenders and asset managers.
  • Work closely alongside Dela One and Market Access teams to optimize inventory.
  • Grow China inventory footprint alongside various stakeholders including sales, trading and management.
  • Develop and maintain sales relationship with clients and other trading counterparties.
  • Keep clients abreast of market colour, changes in market microstructure, and regulatory landscape to comply at all times to the rules and regulations set by the regulatory bodies relevant to the stockbroking industry.
  • Collaborate with other GM stakeholders to augment client revenues across the franchise.

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in equity finance trading, with a strong emphasis on securities borrowing lending or stock loan services.
  • Proficient in Python scripting.
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills to interpret market data and trends effectively.
  • Proficient in trading platforms and financial analysis tools.
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to securities lending and trading.
  • Very strong command of Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Self-starter, proactive and have a positive attitude, able to work independently and coordinate with key stakeholders within the firm.
  • Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, and under pressure.
  • Able to work long hours during crunch time / pre-events.

 

Diversity Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation.

 

DISCLAIMER:  This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job.  The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

 

 

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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