Global Markets FID Quants 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.

Divisional Overview:
The Wholesale division within Nomura provides capital raising and advisory services, structuring,
sales and trading of global securities, and distinctive investment research to global corporations,
governments and financial institutions. Wholesale's mission is to be Asia's global investment bank,
with depth at home complemented by a solid global platform.
Our business is client-centric and focused on markets and segments where we know we can add
value. We aim to be globally competitive, delivering sustainable profits in those areas in which we
choose to compete. Our offering is innovation- and knowledge-led, delivered in a "one firm" manner.
Global Markets Powai team is an extension of regional Global Markets teams supporting Equities,
Securitized Products, Rates, FX, and Credit. The division in Powai provides support for a range of
activities like research, quantitative modelling, sales and trading support, pricing and balancing,
product development and strategy. The Powai operation is a critical part of the platform to support
the growth of Nomuras global business.

Business Unit Overview:

The Quantitative Research team is a global team with its principal centres in London, Tokyo, Mumbai,
New York and Singapore. The aim of the team is to predict the likely future outcomes of financial
markets, so that Nomuras traders can execute profitable trades and the firm can correctly value
them. The team comprises about sixty people globally, often exceptionally talented individuals, with
strong and deep knowledge of modelling and computer science.
Quant works involves many different skills and abilities, all of which involve centre around being able
to solve complex quantitative problems in an accurate and timely way.
The core quant function is to calculate the correct price for any of Nomuras financial trades across all
the asset classes (interest rates, equity, FX, credit, etc). This involves a sequence of steps starting
with the basic modelling of financial markets, through to designing a model for any particular product,
and finally implementing that model in C++ computer code. Nomura quants also have an industryleading approach to calculating the risks of trades (known as the greeks).
Other areas of quant activity include e-trading algorithms; pricing adjustments for capital, collateral
and margin; and general advisory to the firm on risk, valuation and systems issues.

Position Specifications:
Corporate Title
Functional Title
Experience
Qualification
Requisition No.

Analyst
Analyst
1-3 years
B. Tech
15PGME7006

Role & Responsibilities:

Working as a fully integrated member of the global quant team, part of the front office
Gain knowledge of the relevant global financial products
Understanding and implementing the state-of-the-art pricing models in C++ code
Working with traders and structurers to enable new trades to be executed
Interacting with risk managers and other corporate functions to explain new quant models
Learn how to efficiently calculate fast greeks for the firms trades, using state-of-the-art
methodologies
Interact with IT groups, and help steer Nomuras systems development

Key Skills:

Mandatory

Domain

Core Competencies
Strong analytical skills
High aptitude for mathematics
Determined
problem
solving
ability
Excellent knowledge of C++
Quick Learner

Desired

Good communication skills.

Ability to work effectively as part
of the team
Strong work ethics

Nomura Core Competencies:

Competencies
Culture & Conduct
Building Nomuras Culture
Diversity & Inclusion Professional
Integrity Self-Awareness
Client-Centricity & Business Acumen
Commerciality Client-Centricity
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Strategy & Innovation
Strategic Thinking & Change
Decision Making & Judgement
Agility
Leadership & Collaboration
Managing Talent
Recognising and Motivating Supporting,
Developing
& Collaborating with others
Managing Conflict
Communication & Connectivity
Articulation & Receptiveness Impact Connectivity

Communication & Influence

Articulation and Receptiveness
Impact Connectivity

Execution & Delivery

Driving Performance
Execution-Focus
Planning & Organising Adaptability

Behavioural Indicators
Contributes to desired culture
Sets positive example
Aware of different values/styles
Holds high standards of behaviour
Aware of own strengths/weaknesses
Understands current market
Anticipates client needs
Pays attention to detail
Sees problems, recommends solutions
Balances alternative views
Knows when to decide/when to escalate Champions
new ideas
Is both disciplined and entrepreneurial
Sees when to escalate
Thinks differently
Balances alternative views
Knows when/how to compromise
Learns from experience
Seeks to develop
Assists in recruiting
Gives credit
Builds productive working relationships
Provides constructive, timely and specific feedback
Adjusts style to suit topic
Balances listening/talking
Communicates with clarity and consideration
Is a proven and credible resource
Questions to understand others views
Builds internal contact network
Willingly effectively works across teams
Demonstrates accountability/commitment
Takes on challenging assignments
Executes priority actions on-time
Keeps stakeholders updated
Manages expectations
Persists when confronted with resistance