Investment Banking Strategy Analyst / Associate

Nomura Holdings, inc. • New York, NY

192d • $95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Investment Banking Strategy team plays a pivotal role in shaping Nomura’s near and longer-term strategy. The Strategy team works closely with senior leadership on a range of management initiatives including business expansion strategy, market & competitor analysis, business planning and performance reviews, and client strategy. The team works directly with Senior Management to determine the right strategy for reaching Nomura’s Investment Banking aspirations across regions in a rapidly changing market environment. The Analyst / Associate will be a key member of Nomura’s Investment Banking Strategy team focused on International IB strategic initiatives. They will work closely with Global / Regional Investment Banking Leadership teams and COOs, as well as with key corporate teams such as Finance, HR, Risk, Technology.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience either in a strategy role, in a consulting firm, in a strategy/business planning unit of a financial institution, or investment banking with a focus on financial institutions
• Strong analytical skills, including ability to develop financial models and perform data analysis
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel proficiency
• Strong communications skills (verbal and written) – ability to interact confidently with senior business leadership on a range of topics
• Interest in the wider Investment Banking industry including key trends and market dynamics including Market Structure, Regulations

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work on multiple projects and initiatives

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support on Investment Banking strategy initiatives, with a focus on strategic development, long term business growth, and overall positioning of the Investment Banking franchise
• Identify, analyze and monitor issues that affect profitability, growth, and productivity
• Conduct competitor/industry research and analysis leveraging both public and non-public sources
• Research and analyze business profitability and macroeconomic indicators, analyze specific client segments, conduct acquisition screening, perform strategic due diligence
• Prepare management presentations including business plans, business reviews, offsite presentations, town halls
• Work closely with Global Wholesale Strategy team on broader firm-wide initiatives

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility
• various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• sign-on bonus
• restricted stock units
• discretionary awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees