Job Title:  Trader

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.

Divisional 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 Equity Risk Trading desk is a dynamic and innovative unit that combines trading strategies with cutting-edge technology to manage both proprietary and client portfolios. The desk plays a crucial role in identifying market opportunities, managing risk exposure, and delivering value through various equity derivative products. As we continue to expand our market presence and enhance our technological capabilities, we are seeking a talented Junior Analyst to join our team in Mumbai.

What We Offer:

• We support employee wellbeing by ensuring a sense of purpose and belonging.
• We offer a comprehensive range of wellbeing services which allows employees to get access to the assistance they need at any point in their wellbeing journey.
• Our bespoke benefits support employees and their family’s holistic wellbeing and are inclusive of diverse identities and family structures.

Position Specifications:

Role & Responsibilities:

The role provides an excellent opportunity to work closely with seasoned senior traders, benefitting from their guidance and mentorship as well as getting exposure to market. It provides an environment that is entrepreneurial and that values new ideas, innovation, search of improvement and optimization

• Support daily trading operations through accurate trade bookings and risk report generation, ensuring proper documentation and monitoring of equity derivative positions
• Develop and maintain analytical tools using programming skills and LLM technology to enhance trading strategies, automate workflows, and improve operational efficiency
• Collaborate with senior traders to understand various trading strategies, both proprietary and client-facing, while learning from their market expertise and experience
• Monitor and analyze market risks, prepare risk analytics reports, and identify potential trading opportunities or areas of concern for both proprietary and client portfolios
• Contribute to process optimization by identifying areas for improvement in existing workflows and implementing innovative solutions using automation and technology
• Assist in developing and maintaining quantitative models for derivatives pricing, risk assessment, and strategy analysis while ensuring alignment with trading objective

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).