Job Title:  FIN_Business Finance & Control_ED

Nomura 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.

Nomura Services, India supports the group’s global businesses. With world-class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support, the firm plays a key role in facilitating the group’s global operations.

At Nomura, creating an inclusive workplace is a priority. Our approach to inclusion encompasses a variety of initiatives, including sensitization campaigns, implementing conducive policies & programs, providing infrastructure support and engaging in community events. Over time, we have made meaningful progress in these areas, and this commitment has been well-recognized across the industry. We are proud recipients of the prestigious Top 10 Employers award by the India Workplace Equality Index (IWEI), IWEI Gold Employer of Choice awards, India CSR Leadership Award 2024 for Holistic Village Development Program and the YUVA Unstoppable Changemaker Awards.

Department Overview

Business Finance & Control (BFC) includes Product Control, IPV, and Structured Deal Review. BFC works closely with the Wholesale division supporting the business and responsible for the production and independent validation of profit & loss and balance sheet. BFC provides management with valuable insight into the Wholesale trading performance and key financial information.

BFC services it’s key stakeholders on business, regulatory and firm wide initiatives by providing constructive challenge, implementation support and by developing meaningful data analytics.

India BFC’s vision is to create a digitally equipped workforce to deliver Process Excellence & Optimization by enhancing the Operating Model to turn Nomura Services India Finance into a “Knowledge Centre”.

The candidate will act as the primary site lead for Equities Product Control team ~40 FTE.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Direction & Leadership: Drive strategic planning and execution for the team, ensuring alignment with global functional and firm-wide objectives. and establishing appropriate operating models and management structure to support Global Equities.

• Organizational Evolution: Partner with global management to drive the strategic evolution of the Product control function's mandate while building capabilities that extend the team's scope and influence.
• Governance & Control: Provide senior oversight, ensuring adherence to global policies and standards, regulatory compliance, and implementation of effective controls to mitigate operational, reputational, and financial risks.
• Organizational Development: Lead talent management initiatives including succession planning, career development, and employee engagement. Drive collaboration between India and global teams while managing organizational transformation and growth initiatives.
• Global Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as senior Equity PC representative and primary liaison with Global BFC leadership and corporate partners. Represent site in global leadership forums.

• Digital Transformation Leadership: Champion digitalization strategy, leading technology initiatives and automation, data analytics, and process optimization that align with global strategic priorities.
• Global Collaboration: Build and maintain strategic partnerships between India teams and global counterparts, driving seamless integration of offshore capabilities and ensuring effective collaboration on operating model transformation initiatives.
• Operational Excellence & Efficiency: Drive operational excellence and deliver efficiency through process reengineering, cost optimization, and technology adoption while maintaining service quality standards.

Requirements

• Education: Undergraduate degree in accounting, economics, mathematics, or related quantitative field. Advanced professional qualifications (CFA, CPA, CIMA, ACA) or MBA/Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 13+ years of progressive leadership experience in Product Control function, with demonstrated expertise in Equities Asset Class.
• Leadership Excellence: Proven track record and demonstrated success in managing diverse teams, driving organizational change, and delivering strategic initiatives.
• Executive Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence and engage with global senior stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong business acumen with ability to translate complex technical concepts into strategic business recommendations and drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office skills with expertise in financial modeling and data visualization. Experience with advanced analytics tools (Python, R, Power BI, Alteryx, SQL) and familiarity with emerging technologies (AI/ML, RPA) highly valued.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and critical thinking capabilities with proven ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations and drive resolution of enterprise-level challenges.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout employment including in the recruitment, training and development of employees. We prohibit discrimination in the workplace whether on grounds of gender, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy, carer’s responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national or ethnic origins, religious belief, disability or age.

*Applying for this role does not amount to a job offer or create an obligation on Nomura to provide a job offer. The expression "Nomura" refers to Nomura Services India Private Limited together with its affiliates.

*The benefits are subject to change and will be in accordance with Company’s policies as may be applicable from time to time).