FIN_Global Middle Office_Associate

Position Specifications: Corporate Title Associate Functional Title Manager Experience 6-8 yrs Qualification MBA (Finance)/ CFA Role & Responsibilities: Independent price verification of various products for Rates/FX, Credit, Equities, Insurance, Variable Annuity for positions across Global Valuation team Handson experience of BBG and various market data sources Calculating the variances for portfolio visavis independent prices obtained through external market agencies or priced through inhouse valuation models using external input/parameters Help ensure that Nomura s Balance Sheet presents a true and fair view of cash /derivative trading positions Investigating significant variances and tolerance breaches, untested positions, heat maps & handling queries from trading related to valuation/prices provided Involved in calculation of Bid Offer & Model reserves across asset classes Reporting and MIS pack preparation for Senior PC management, Front Office, Risk Management and Finance Supervising and reviewing deliverable for the team along with normal BAU Independently handling regular senior stakeholder communications and audit queries Driving methodology consistency across regions for all asset classes & contributing to Global valuation transformation initiatives Exhibit advanced domain, product and market knowledge Possess excellent problem solving and communication skills Work closely with a wide range of teams locally & globally across functions under tight deadlines Good Python programming skills and hands on experience on Alteryx is advantage Mandatory Skill Set : Demonstrates a good understanding (features & payoff) of financial products such as Forwards, Swaps, Futures & Options (including exotic options), and the relevant greeks and sensitivities involved. Strong communication skills and attention to details Knowledge of Database e.g.: SQL, MS Access Strong Excel skills coupled with VBA and/or Python programming experience. Strong analytical skills Desired Skill Set : Demonstrates an expertlevel understanding of various pricing / valuation methodologies Nomura Leadership Behaviours: Leadership Behaviours Description Element Exploring Insights & Vision Comprehensively analyse the nature of the problems we face and set our focus toward the future vision Gather Intelligence Create a vision Identify an issue Making Strategic Decisions Analyse options and feasibility to resolve issues, in making judgments and recommendations Identify countermeasures Assess feasibility Make a judgment Inspiring Entrepreneurship in People Promotes the vision and goals to others in such a way that inspires commitment and independent contributions Influence Inspire Commit Elevating Organizational Capacity Maximize organizational productivity through leadership development and engagement Have an ownership in own development Support other s growth Encourage organizational growth Inclusion Respect diverse perspectives and promote psychological safety and the creation of a risk culture Foster psychological safety Encourage the active participation of all talent Foster a risk culture