Job Title:  Sr Principal IT Risk & Control

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). The business divisions are supported by Corporate Functions, including Group Chief Information Office (GCIO).  Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. We operate in approximately 30 countries and regions with a diverse workforce of about 26000 people. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com. 

Department overview

The GCIO function oversees group-wide technology, operations and our data office. Our purpose is to support Nomura’s business strategy and deliver consistent group-wide services based on common operating principles. We are aligned to our key businesses across the group and operate enterprise-wide functions for risk management, governance and controls, supply chain and infrastructure.

The Chief Controls Office (CCO) is a key function within GCIO and our purpose is aligned to the GCIO Strengthen & Protect strategic pillar. We are a global team focused on strengthening our non-financial risk management framework enabling the business to accelerate strategic delivery, whilst enhancing our ability to dynamically manage risks and evidence that we are operating in control.

CCO function is on a multi-year global transformation journey which starts with building the right foundations especially the right skills and capabilities within our global team.

Role description

Nomura in Powai is looking for a Controls Transformation Lead. Reporting jointly to the Head of CCO India & Global Head of Controls Transformation, this role will support GCIO - CCO in establishing new controls framework, policies, standards, procedures and tools. The role is wide ranging and will contribute to multiple transformation initiatives, with a near term focus on managing the implementation of Service Now – Integrated Risk Management (SNOW -IRM) module for GCIO. The incumbent will work with Nomura vendors and provide SME inputs as well as oversight into the design and delivery of SNOW – IRM  implementation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Controls Transformation Manager looking for a career development opportunity. They will play a pivotal role within GCIO – CCO in implementation of the strategic GCIO risk and controls tool and then owning the end-to-end GCIO – CCO framework (policies, standards, procedures etc.) We are looking for a subject matter expert in  Controls Transformation with strong influencing and problem-solving skills who can develop and maintain productive working relationships across  GCIO globally, and stakeholders in 2LOD and 3LOD.

Key responsibilities:

Transformation Strategy

• Support the delivery of GCIO – CCO Transformation Strategy.
• Develop, implement and maintain GCIO risk management framework.

Tool Implementation and Embedding

• Work with vendor(s) to lead the design and deployment of SNOW – IRM.
• Collaborate with CCO transformation leads, and ensure relevant inputs are fed into the implementation program.
• Face off to the implementation program as CCO SME and maintain oversight to ensure that the program delivers approved CCO requirements within agreed timelines.
• Support and participate in user testing of SNOW – IRM as and when required.
• Lead and organize training sessions to ensure end users are able to accept and adopt SNOW – IRM

Performance Monitoring

• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of implemented tool(s) and continuously monitor performance for further enhancements.

Controls Framework Advisory  

• Provide advisory to GCIO colleagues globally on GCIO – CCO services e.g., Risk Management Framework, RCSA, operational events, KRI, KCI, scenario analysis, controls, issue management etc.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior executives, business units, and IT teams, to promote a sound risk culture of awareness and accountability.

Talent Development

• Build and lead a high-performing team of IT & Cyber resilience risk professionals, providing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in Technology controls transformation including but not limited to establishing new framework, procedures, tools etc.
• Prior experience with Service Now Integrated Risk Management (SNOW - IRM) or similar GRC tool.
• Strong understanding of risks relevant to GCIO – such as Information Technology (IT), Information Security (IS), and/ or Data Management
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience operating in a regulated environment and managing stakeholders across the Three Lines of Defense.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with cyber security, resilience and related domains preferred.

Qualifications

• HR to advise.

Nomura Competencies – Vice President

Trusted Partner

• Understand clients’ needs and issues and provides solutions utilizing Nomura Group company’s resources; earn the clients’ trust.
• Acquire a wide range of knowledge as an employee of Nomura, instead of focusing only on one’s own area of expertise; play a part in improving the company’s service level and corporate value.

Entrepreneurial leadership

• Take on new challenges for improvement and cultivate a corporate culture of challenge by driving change in business operations.

Teamwork Collaboration

• Ensure views are not biased, accept different opinions and perspectives, and collaborate with other members to create common values.

Influence

• Provide appropriate guidance to others and act in a manner that places emphasis on the performance and growth of the organization.

Integrity

• Improve further the understanding and awareness of corporate philosophy, professional ethics, compliance, risk management, and code of conduct, and make decisions and take actions from a managerial position.

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. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Right to Work

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer