Head of Early Careers Recruitment, Americas (VP)

Nomura Holdings, inc.•New York, NY

1d•$160,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. 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 The Early Careers Team sits within the HR department and is split across four segments: Investment Banking, Global Markets, Corporate Functions, and Information Technology. Reports to the International Head of Talent Acquisition Manage and develop the Americas Early Careers recruitment team Lead Early Careers recruitment strategy across Americas region (Investment Banking, Global Markets, Corporate Functions, and Information Technology), aligning hiring outcomes with the firm's long-term talent and business objectives Oversee operational execution of internship and graduate program hiring from attraction through onboarding Act as regional subject-matter expert, providing strategic guidance and market insights to business stakeholders Drive innovation in assessment, selection, and program structure to meet evolving business and talent needs Partner with global Early Careers leadership in EMEA and Asia Ex. Japan to deliver consistent, high-quality candidate experience while adapting to local market requirements Build strong relationships with business leaders and HR partners to forecast hiring demand and design scalable talent pipelines Develop and lead Early Careers attraction strategies across the Americas region Monitor and drive candidate conversion throughout the offer process, partnering with business and recruitment teams to secure acceptances Use data and market intelligence to assess hiring effectiveness and continuously improve program design and delivery Compile and analyze recruitment metrics, track offer-to-acceptance ratios, and provide regular reporting on hiring volumes, conversion rates, and program performance to business and HR leadership Ensure all recruitment activities adhere to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and local employment legislation Along with proven recruitment experience (ideally campus recruitment), we are looking for a driven individual who thrives on working in a fast-paced environment and building strong relationships at all levels.

Requirements

6+ years of Early Careers Recruitment experience, preferably at a financial institution
Min of 2 years of management experience
Bachelor’s degree is required
Strong communication and relationship management skills; client-facing and credible with ability to develop internal and external relationships
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage diverse stakeholders and build networks quickly
Results-orientated: ability to handle multiple, time-sensitive projects while focusing on the quality of work delivered to clients
Proven Project Management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities and project plan on an annual basis
Forward thinking; ability to foresee the impact of emerging trends/patterns
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Positive attitude, flexible mindset a strong team player, who is willing to roll up their sleeves
Able to thrive in a deadline-driven and fast paced environment
Ability to travel as required

Responsibilities

Manage and develop the Americas Early Careers recruitment team
Lead Early Careers recruitment strategy across Americas region (Investment Banking, Global Markets, Corporate Functions, and Information Technology), aligning hiring outcomes with the firm's long-term talent and business objectives
Oversee operational execution of internship and graduate program hiring from attraction through onboarding
Act as regional subject-matter expert, providing strategic guidance and market insights to business stakeholders
Drive innovation in assessment, selection, and program structure to meet evolving business and talent needs
Partner with global Early Careers leadership in EMEA and Asia Ex. Japan to deliver consistent, high-quality candidate experience while adapting to local market requirements
Build strong relationships with business leaders and HR partners to forecast hiring demand and design scalable talent pipelines
Develop and lead Early Careers attraction strategies across the Americas region
Monitor and drive candidate conversion throughout the offer process, partnering with business and recruitment teams to secure acceptances
Use data and market intelligence to assess hiring effectiveness and continuously improve program design and delivery
Compile and analyze recruitment metrics, track offer-to-acceptance ratios, and provide regular reporting on hiring volumes, conversion rates, and program performance to business and HR leadership
Ensure all recruitment activities adhere to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and local employment legislation