Nomura Hiring Business Analyst (0-2 yrs) | Mumbai

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:

Nomura International Wealth Management have more than 50 years of experience delivering value to our high-net-worth clients in Asia. Our commitment to deliver bespoke solutions is paired with judicious planning, coupled with Asia insight to meet clients' wealth planning and investment goal objectives.

Nomura IWM have access to both global and regional investment opportunities across multiple asset classes - fixed income and equity securities, including currencies, interest rates and credit in cash, derivatives and structured products. IWM will take advantage of Nomura's research-based advice, strong execution capabilities and bespoke solutions that leverage our global expertise in Global Markets, Investment Banking, Asset Management and other affiliates.

IWM rolls up to Nomura's Wholesale division along with Global Markets (GM) and Investment Banking (IBD).

Business Overview:

We are seeking a junior Business Analyst to join our Lending and Credit Solutions Business Transformation team. Reporting to the LCS Platforms Transition Head, you will be instrumental in implementing new systems and digitalization efforts for product solutions, order management, execution, and trade lifecycle management platform changes. Your expertise will drive operational efficiency and support key strategic business transformation initiatives.

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:

Corporate Title: Analyst

Functional Title: Analyst

Experience: 0 to 2 years

Qualification: BE/BTech, MBA (Finance) or CA

Role & Responsibilities:

• Support in executing strategic business transformation initiatives in domain of Lending and Credit Solution
• Gather requirements from Product Owners and end users, translating them into user stories, business requirement documents, ensures alignment with stakeholder needs
• Conducts analysis of current business processes, identifies inefficiencies, focus on continuous improvement, process re-engineering translated to target operating model and provides data-driven recommendations for optimizations.
• Conduct data gathering, analyze and prepare data driven insights, review design and functional specifications and solutions against business requirements and operational processes
• Ensures artifacts and deliverables meet project management standards for all transformation projects
• Assist Programme Manager with project planning, coordination, issue resolution, and executive updates
• Collaborate with Business/Technology Owners to ensure value creation and operational efficiency
• Work with technology teams and vendors to resolve system issues effectively and timely
• Manage risks, issues, and conflicts, removes barriers, resolves minor project issues and escalates to management when necessary
• Ensure engagement with business integrity, process owners, control functions e.g. legal, compliance, risk management, product control, treasury and finance as determined by implications of the change

Mind Set:

Domain - Mandatory:

• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach and strong sense of ownership

Domain - Desired:

• Highly organized with excellent presentation skills
• Drive for constant improvement and ability to challenge the status quo
• Composure under pressure and ability to create a positive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately

Technical - Mandatory:

• Proficiency in Excel, Visio, JIRA & Confluence
• Data Visualization skills in PowerBI, Tableau or similar tools

Technical - Desired:

• Programming skills in Excel Macro, VBA, Python, SQL+

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).