Asset Servicing Associate

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $95K and $115K/year*
Company overview
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 www.nomura.com.
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Department Overview:
The Asset Services Team is responsible for the handling and processing of all market driven corporate action events that bring a material change to an organization and its stakeholders such as reorganizations, splits, rights offerings, spinoff, mergers and acquisitions.
Role Description / Areas of responsibility include:

• Handling ,processing and reconciliation of time sensitive , critical Corporate action events
• Daily communication with Internal and external Nomura stakeholders to ensure event elections ,expiration, effective dates are understood and confirmation received
• Working directly with custodians to ensure elections are received and in good order
• Relationship management with various internal Trading Desks, Finance, Trade Support, Settlements, Repo, etc. and act as a point of escalation for the resolution of any issues
• Create, monitor, and test various metrics, reports, and procedures

Key contribution areas critical to success:

• Strong communication, leadership and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Understanding impact of processes/procedures on daily basis and its relation to the business and risk
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

• At least 5 years of work experience within financial Asset Services area
• Understanding of Equity , Fixed Income , Delta 1, SWAP and Prime Broker accounts
• Experience in processing Corporate Actions , Reorg , Dividends and PNI
• Proficient in DTC and US market Corporate Action events
• Firm understanding of Securities lending , Repo and Settlement areas

• Motivated, diligent learner that is able to work in a fast paced environment
• Proficient in MS office and ability to quickly learn internal & industry applications
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Series 99 preferred