Nomura Overview:
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 (Mandatory):
Powai Finance is an integral part of the CFO division and plays a key role in various Finance functions ranging from Treasury, Global Middle Office, Financial Control & Regulatory Reporting, Global Infrastructure, Cost Analytics and MI. Located strategically to cater to multiple time zones, Powai Finance ensures internal and regulatory deliverables across all regions are supported
Business Unit Overview (If Applicable):
MI team in Mumbai is an extension of the Global MI team providing Analytical and Quantitative Support to the onshore teams. Team caters to MIS requirements of senior management across Nomura Global Markets (Global Markets division) and regions (Japan, AeJ, EMEA and US). Team is responsible for daily, weekly and monthly reporting of Revenues, Expenses and other financial resources.
Within MI, Global Markets Reporting and Analysis team caters to MIS requirements of senior management of Nomura’s Global Markets division. The team is comprised of dedicated regional groups based in Powai supporting Global stakeholders in Europe, Asia-Ex, Japan and US.
Position Specifications:
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Corporate Title
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Associate
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Experience
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6+ Years
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Qualification
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MBA (Finance) or CA preferred
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Requisition No.
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Role & Responsibilities:
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- We are seeking a dynamic individual to join the Business Advisory team, based in Powai, partnering with the global GM team
- The individual will work closely with the EMEA and US regional stakeholder and Global GM CAO team. They will support the global requirements for GM business
- Publishing Management reports for Global GM Business heads, CEO’s and CAO’s with analysis of Daily, MTD & YTD P&L.
- Delivering on the adhoc requests within the stringent timeliness and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Constantly communicating with GM CAO team to assist them in accounting & tracking GM revenue and product performance.
- Analyze the trend of revenue numbers and make reports to enable senior management in preparation of Budgets.
- Doing UAT -Testing and giving sign off on the new developments requested in various systems and automations.
- Strong Excel skills (with prior experience using Advance Excel formulas) and PowerPoint skills are critical.
- Strong Analytical and Situational problem solving skills.
- Ability to present and explain workings in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience
- Automation of processes using PowerBI / VBA macros is an added advantage
- Ability to prioritize high volumes of deliverables across multiple disciplines working under pressure.
- Leading and motivate a team of professionals, assign tasks and responsibilities based on team members' strengths and skills.
- Clearly communicate expectations, deadlines, and organizational changes to the team and manage expectations from stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison between team members, senior management and onshore stakeholders.
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Mind Set:
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Mandatory
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Desired
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Domain
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- 6+ years of relevant experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and regional counterparts at senior levels
- Strong financial management skills, budgets procedures and reporting
- Ability to present and explain workings in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience
- Strong Analytical and Situational Problem solving skills.
- Strong Advance Excel skills and PowerPoint skills are critical
- Ability to make informed decisions and assumptions to support decision making under time pressure and validate detailed analysis
- Good Knowledge of GM products
- Is entrepreneurial and independent; a self-starter, takes ownership, exhibits integrity, initiative, strong motivation and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize high volumes of deliverables across multiple disciplines working under pressure.
- Proven track record of successfully leading teams and managing people.
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- Good project skills - planning, coordination/ execution, senior management reporting, situational awareness
- Prior experience in strategy roles would be an added advantage
- Ability to present “the story” using Excel Charts and PowerPoint
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Technical
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- Advance Excel
- Power Point
- Power BI/ New Age tools
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Nomura Core Competencies (Competencies remain standard for all levels; the indicators will change based on the level you are hiring for (please keep only the one for which the req is raised)
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Competencies
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Analyst Indicators
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Associate Indicators
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Vice President Indicators
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Culture & Conduct
Building Nomura’s Culture
Diversity & Inclusion Professional
Integrity Self-Awareness
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Aware of own impact
Respectful attitude
Professionalism
Gets involved
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Contributes to desired culture
Sets positive example
Aware of different values/styles
Holds high standards of behaviour
Aware of own strengths/weaknesses
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Makes significant culture contribution
Sets diverse/inclusive work environment
Demonstrates high professional integrity
Seeks/accepts feedback
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Client-Centricity & Business Acumen
Commerciality Client-Centricity
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
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Product / service knowledge
Responsive, accountable
Detail orientated
Offers options/solutions
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Understands current market
Anticipates client needs
Pays attention to detail
Sees problems, recommends solutions
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Expert in own business
Generates commercial ideas for clients
Identifies core issues
Assimilates complex information
Develops workable recommendations
Involves right people
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Strategy & Innovation
Strategic Thinking & Change
Decision Making & Judgement
Agility
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Stays up to date
Thinks differently
Demonstrates entrepreneurial thinking
Translates strategies into plans
Stays one step ahead
Open to new ways of thinking
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Balances alternative views
Knows when to decide/when to escalate Champions new ideas
Is both disciplined and entrepreneurial
Sees when to escalate
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Knows when/how to compromise
Leverages development opportunities
Drives clarity/reduces risk
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Leadership & Collaboration
Managing Talent
Recognising and Motivating Supporting, Developing
& Collaborating with others
Managing Conflict
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Stays up to date
Open to new ways of thinking
Sees when to escalate
Provides logical rationales
Shows initiative to develop
Leverages resources
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Thinks differently
Balances alternative views
Knows when/how to compromise
Learns from experience
Seeks to develop
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Demonstrates entrepreneurial thinking
Knows when to decide/when to escalate
Leverages development opportunities
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Communication & Connectivity
Articulation & Receptiveness Impact Connectivity
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Recognises others’ efforts
Offers to assist
Willing team participant
Shows interest
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Assists in recruiting
Gives credit
Builds productive working relationships
Provides constructive, timely and specific feedback
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Identifies good people
Remains diligent throughout talent management cycle
Communicates achievements / recognises learning Supports/challenges team members
Enables formal/informal development
Anticipates potential conflict; takes steps to resolve
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Communication & Influence
Articulation and Receptiveness
Impact Connectivity
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Speaks/writes clearly
Aware of non-verbal behaviour
Demonstrates active listening
Conveys a positive image
Shares information
keeps people informed
Builds strong relationships
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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
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Listens and communicates effectively at all levels
Moves negotiations/discussions forward
Gains co-operation/support for ideas
Grows/maintains internal/external contacts
Proactively works across teams
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Execution & Delivery
Driving Performance
Execution-Focus
Planning & Organising Adaptability
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Maintains can-do attitude
Sees tasks to completion
Manages day-to day work
Prioritises/meets deadlines
Asks questions to gain understanding
Responds positively to feedback
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Demonstrates accountability/commitment
Takes on challenging assignments
Executes priority actions on-time
Keeps stakeholders updated
Manages expectations
Persists when confronted with resistance
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Inspires commitment in others
Keeps self/others focused on meeting goals
Identifies conflicting priorities
Maintains commitment in the face of challenges
Effectively communicates changes to plans
Handles/acts on difficult feedback
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