Business Overview Nomura’s Securitized products team provides clients with a range of service including flow trading liquidity, financing, bespoke solutions, in-depth market analysis, and unrivalled analytics. The team in Mumbai works with counterpart teams in EMEA and US. As a member of the team, you will be responsible for analysis, conducting research, developing models across asset classes, to help our desk. The team assists in identifying and valuing bond-specific opportunities in the Securitization market. The Mumbai team also prepares reports/presentations on the various macroeconomic and regulatory themes that impact the market thereby providing an evolution of the desk’s views regarding the same. Quant work involves many different skills and abilities, all of which centre around being able to solve complex quantitative problems in an accurate and timely way. The core function of the quant team is to develop MBS/ABS models. This involves a sequence of steps starting with the basic modelling of financial markets, through to designing a model and finally implementing that model in C++ computer code 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 <a href="http://www.nomura.com">www.nomura.com</a>. 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. Division Overview: Global Markets Division in Powai, the front-office team, delivers pricing, modelling and risk management expertise to the Global Markets business. Founded as a center of excellence, the group leads the way in price discovery and portfolio optimization techniques and is integral to the business’ aggressive revenue targets. The team is playing an integral role in structuring, pricing, risk management and new idea generation. Global Markets Division comprises of the following teams: Structuring, Quantitative Investment Strategies, IWM, Securitized Products, BRM trading and GM Front Office Risk What We Offer: <ul style="list-style-type:square;margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">We support employee wellbeing by ensuring a sense of purpose and belonging. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">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. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Our bespoke benefits support employees and their family’s holistic wellbeing and are inclusive of diverse identities and family structures.</li> </ul>Position Specifications: <table class="MsoTableGrid" style="border-collapse:collapse;border:none" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width:111.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Corporate Title </td> <td style="width:338.85pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-left:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Analyst </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:111.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Functional Title </td> <td style="width:338.85pt;border-top:none;border-left:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Analyst </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:111.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Experience </td> <td style="width:338.85pt;border-top:none;border-left:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> 0-2 years (any experience in EMEA/US Securitization market preferred) </td> </tr> <tr style="height:9.85pt"> <td style="width:111.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Qualification </td> <td style="width:338.85pt;border-top:none;border-left:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> B.Tech/M.Tech/MSc/Phd, ComputerScience/Electrical/Maths/Statistics/FinancialEngineering/Physics </td> </tr> <tr style="height:6.25pt"> <td style="width:111.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Requisition No. </td> <td style="width:338.85pt;border-top:none;border-left:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> 13616 </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Role & Responsibilities: <ul style="list-style-type:square;margin-bottom:10.0pt;margin-top:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:130%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Development of quantitative MBS/ABS models</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:130%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Working as a fully integrated member of the global quant team, part of the front office</li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Gain knowledge of the relevant global financial products</li> <li style="margin:1.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:130%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Understanding and implementing the state-of-the-art pricing models in C++ code</li> </ul> Mind Set: <table class="MsoTableGrid" style="width:492.15pt;border-collapse:collapse;border:none" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:15.25pt"> <td style="width:14.4pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;background-color:#002060;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> </td> <td style="width:477.75pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-left:none;background-color:#002060;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:155.65pt"> <td style="width:14.4pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt"> </td> <td style="width:477.75pt;border-top:none;border-left:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 5.4pt 0.0cm 5.4pt" valign="top"> Key Skills: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Excellent knowledge of C++</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">C++ analytics development using Intex APIs</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">High aptitude for mathematics</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong understanding of financial markets and investment concepts</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Excellent communication and collaboration skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Creative problem solver; works well in a team</li> </ul> General Competencies <ul style="list-style-type:square;margin-bottom:1.3pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Fast learner</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work effectively as part of the team </li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong work ethics</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Multitasking and ability to work with multicultural teams</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Dependable and proactive. </li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.3pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Able to prioritize the workload and use time efficiently</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 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).

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