Trade Support Analyst

Overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura serves 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.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $70,000 and $75,000/year. Details on additional compensation and benefits are provided in the footnotes below.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Role Description

The Trade Support Analyst works within NCRAM’s High Yield Operations Group. This position provides overall trade support to the High Yield investment team. It reports to the Supervisor in High Yield Operations. All duties are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall support to the High Yield Operations and Investment Teams
• Interact and communicate with custodian banks, brokers, and middle/back trade support offices
• Monitor and resolve settlement issues and failed trades between the broker’s back-office and custodians in a timely manner
• Confirm trade details in Omgeo CTM, Bloomberg, and email
• Book trades accurately with PM allocation instructions and in compliance with accounts’ guidelines
• Facilitate communication between front and back offices
• Prepare reports and handle ad-hoc requests for Operations Team and PMs
• Be responsible for monthly and weekly pricing tasks

Qualifications

• Recent college graduate or with <1 year of trade support experience
• Solid computer skills and detail oriented
• Motivated and eager to work in an asset management environment
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; GPA: 3.0 or higher
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent telephone, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nomura Leadership Behaviours

• Explore Insights & Vision: Identify underlying causes of problems and define a clear vision for the future
• Making Strategic Decisions: Evaluate options and prioritize actions
• Inspire Entrepreneurship in People: Communicate ideas effectively and motivate productivity
• Elevate Organizational Capability: Promote knowledge sharing and professional development
• Inclusion: Foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety and cultivate a risk-aware culture

Compensation & Benefits

* Base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may include a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, discretionary awards, and a full range of benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave).

Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is made. If hired in the U.S., employment is at-will and the company reserves the right to modify base salary and other discretionary compensation programs at any time, including for reasons related to performance and market factors.