Job Title:  OPS-SS / Asset Servicing

Nomura Overview:

Nomura is an Asia-based 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 three business divisions: Retail, Asset 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, (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: 

The Operations division provides the support and control infrastructure that enables the Firm to develop and deliver financial products throughout the world. Working with the Sales, Trading and Information Technology Divisions, Operations professionals are responsible for the management and execution of transactions in a manner which maximizes profitability and minimizes risk. Our division is responsible for the management and execution of millions of securities transactions on a daily basis. Our responsibilities include trade processing, confirmation, settlement, fails management, margin, asset servicing, risk management and various client services. In partnership with sales, trading, prime services, information technology and other teams from across the bank, we apply a continual focus on improving productivity and efficiency, while seeking new and innovative ways to support our clients' changing needs.  

Powai Operations division based out of Mumbai, India constitutes approximately 50% of the Global Operations footprint. We are the global hub for innovation and have been on the forefront when it comes to using FinTech tools and challenging status quo to drive transformation.

With the vision to provide, “Best Service & Quality” Operations division offers opportunities in change management, data analytics and data science, digitization and system creation in addition to the diverse functions covering the entire Trade Life Cycle.

Functions performed by the Powai Operations are listed below - 

1. Income Processing & Tax Operations
2. Trade Confirmations (ISDA)
3. Metrics – KPI / KRI & Supervision Dashboard

4. Regulatory reporting, risk management and client reporting functions

v. Pre Settlement and Post Settlement vi. Entity & Client Data:

7. Reconciliations (Nostro & Depots / Trade & Position Reconciliation)
8. Strategic & Regulatory Project Management
9. Sales Support and Client Relationship Activities
10. Client Onboarding
11. Know your client (KYC)
12. Cash management (Liquidity requirements and forecast)
13. Network Management (Custody, Agent Banks and Financial Services) xiv.            Futures Client Services (Futures and Options)

15. Client Money Processing (Free Money)
16. Financial Crime Monitoring Surveillance xvii.     Strategic Vendor Management & Governance 

Position Specifications:

Roles & Responsibilities:  Purpose of Role  

• Knowledge of assigned product/functional area and thorough understanding of the entire operations function 
• Develop and maintain relations with regional stakeholders as well as various business areas 
• Good understanding of IT infrastructure and productivity tools 
• Should have a strong cross product and function links 
• Audit and control focused 

Knowledge/Skills/Experience/ Core Values  

• High with Integrity, Intentional Learner, Self-Motivated. Strong team player 
• Ability to learn data analytics & digitization tools
• Detailed operational and technical knowledge of a range of products, processes & systems. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Commitment to values and goals of firm must be demonstrated 

Key Accountabilities  

• Ability to initiate & implement controls and manage risk            Ability to contribute towards strategy. 
• Proactively maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders