Repo Operations Vice President
About the role
Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network, connecting markets East & West to serve individuals, institutions, corporates, and governments through its Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Banking divisions. Driven by the insights of approximately 28,000 employees worldwide, Nomura places clients at the center of its operations, delivering unparalleled access to, from, and within Asia.
The Operations department supports Nomura's business activities through efficient operational processes. The team collaborates with senior leadership, business units, and stakeholders to develop effective operational strategies, providing guidance on process design, implementation, and management to align operations with business objectives. Nomura's Operations team specializes in trade processing, settlement, custody, and asset servicing, known for providing exceptional service to clients.
Responsibilities
- Support multiple funding desks consisting of over 10 traders across multiple fixed income security products while playing a daily role in position management, pricing, and funding across multiple entities in the most efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective manner.
- Assist various funding desks in trade processing and inter‑life functions such as reprices, re‑rates, rolls, substitution, and trade reconciliation.
- Provide input in developing new trading strategies and operational flows.
- Support a multitude of finance types such as repo, tri‑party, sec lending, buy‑sell backs, structured repo settling via Fed, DTC, Euro‑Clear, and local markets.
- Cultivate relationships with the business to maximize funding potential, compliance, and communication.
- Assist with identifying and implementing areas for improvement within existing operational and technical processes.
- Resolve issues and minimize client impact.
- Perform activities related to upgrades of existing services.
- Participate in updating and maintaining procedure documentation.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in Repo Operations at a broker dealer is required.
- 3+ years of management experience.
- Experience with fixed income products is a must.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of APEX(Martini), IMPACT(BR), Loanet, BONY BDC, DTCC, FICC (RTTM/GCF & DVP) is preferred.
- Experience with ECN products such as Broker Tec or Trade Web is preferred.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self‑motivated, customer focused, innovative, and analytical.
- Ability to prioritize workflow and handle high‑pressure situations.
- Nomura Leadership behaviors:
- Explore Insights & Vision: Identify underlying causes of problems and define a clear vision and direction.
- Making Strategic Decisions: Evaluate options and prioritize actions or recommendations.
- Inspire Entrepreneurship in People: Inspire team members through effective communication and motivate them to enhance productivity.
- Elevate Organizational Capability: Engage in professional development and promote knowledge sharing to boost team productivity.
- Inclusion: Foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety; cultivate a “Risk Culture” (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).
Benefits
- Sign‑on bonus.
- Restricted stock units.
- Discretionary awards.
- Full range of medical and financial benefits.
- 401(k) eligibility.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
Pay
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $160K and $180K per year.
Schedule
This role starts at 7 AM.