Legal -Contract Drafting and Negotiation -Associate

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:

Business Overview:

The legal department provides support both to the India businesses and globally as well. The support areas include, but are not limited to IT, HR, ESS and Facilities, litigation, Real Estate,

Employment Law, Corporate Secretarial, bond issuances, syndicated lending mandates, margin financing transactions, M&A advisory mandate, other Industry agreements and also drafts and negotiates prime brokerage and various commercial agreements.

Position Specifications:

Experience : 5-15

Qualification :LLB/LLM/CS

Role & Responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial contracts and agreements
• Providing legal advice on regulatory matters affecting the business
• Managing relationships with external counsel when required
• Supporting various business units on day-to-day legal matters
• Advising on compliance with UK and EU regulations
• Contributing to the development of standardized legal documentation
• Managing legal risk across commercial operations

Required Qualifications:

• Legal qualification in UK/EU jurisdiction OR equivalent experience advising on
• UK/EU legal and regulatory issues
• Proven experience in financial services or investment banking sector
• Knowledge of UK and EU financial services regulations, including EBA Outsourcing
• Guidelines, SS2/21 and DORA (preferred)
• General experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
• Strong track record of advising on financial services matters

Mandatory Skill Set :

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong commercial acumen and business judgment
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong project management skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of derivatives and structured products

Desired Skill Set :

• Previous experience in a similar role within investment banking
• Experience with financial technology and digital transformation projects
• International transaction experience
• Additional language skills (particularly German, Italian and/or French) would be advantageous

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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