Job Title: Trader

Job Code: 8185

Country: IN

City: Mumbai

Skill Category: Global Markets

Description:

Global Markets – AeJ FX Options Trading Analyst Role – Analyst

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.

Division Overview:

Global Markets Division: Based in Mumbai, the front-office team which works on a team extension model delivers pricing, modelling and risk management expertise to the Global Markets business. Founded as a centre of excellence, the group leads the way in price discovery and portfolio optimization techniques and is integral to the business’ aggressive revenue targets. The team is playing an integral role in structuring, pricing, risk management and new idea generation.

Business Overview:

The AeJ FX Options Trading Team in Singapore provides liquidity to the market by quoting bid and ask prices for various FX options. Traders on the desk are responsible for managing the risk exposure of their options portfolio. This involves hedging strategies and adjusting positions based on market movements. They work with institutional clients, corporations, and sometimes high-net-worth individuals to provide FX options solutions tailored to their specific needs, such as hedging currency risk or speculating on currency movements.

Position Specifications:

The FX Options Trading Desk operates in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where quick decision-making and in-depth market knowledge are essential. Their activities are crucial for providing currency risk management solutions to clients and for generating trading revenues.

Corporate Title	Analyst
Functional Title	Analyst
Experience	1-4 years
Qualification	B.E/B. Tech from Top Tier Institutes
Location	Powai

Role & Responsibilities:

Performing FX Options Trading Book risk analytics and placing gamma hedging orders
Daily PnL reporting and market commentary for the desk
Analyze market conditions, economic indicators, and geopolitical events that may affect currency markets and option prices.
Connect with Sales and Structuring teams in order to maximise the franchise value.

Help design and build robust analytical toolsets – efficient, reusable and scalable solutions for improvement of daily workflow and optimisation of trading strategy
Self-drive to identify gaps and strengthen current processes and controls
Providing ad hoc analysis for the desk

Skills / qualifications:

Mandatory

Desired

Domain

Strong understanding of FX Derivatives, Structured Product market, greeks and hedging strategy.
Attention to detail
Good market knowledge to know what competitors are offering now.
Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to work effectively as part of the team
Good communication skills.
Very Strong work ethics
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Strong programming skills
Comfort with technology to the extent of helping manage / design automation infrastructure