Investment Risk Analyst (Nomura Asset Management)

Job title: Investment Risk Analyst 

Corporate Title: Associate 

Department: Nomura Asset Management 

Location: London (hybrid)

Company 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 www.nomura.com.

Department overview

Nomura Asset Management is headquartered in Tokyo but NAM UK is the largest overseas office. The Risk function provides advice and information to multiple business teams in the UK and several of the Sales and Marketing functions in other International offices.

Role description

There is an opportunity within Nomura Asset Management for a Risk Analyst to join the Investment Risk team, reporting to the Head of Investment Risk.

The role would suit someone who possesses advanced analytical skills in the assessment of investment Risk. Knowledge of fixed income in particular, and equity risk systems and analysis would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have the confidence and credibility to present risk concerns and potential corrective actions to senior investors and the management of NAM UK. The individual will report to the Head of Investment Risk.

Role responsibilities:

• Run monthly risk reports for Equity, Fixed Income and Multi Asset Portfolios
• Attend Equity, Fixed Income and Multi Asset risk meetings with PMs and explain the risks
• Attend formal risk committees and present the portfolio risks
• Run additional analyses, either to satisfy non-standard client requests or to supplement the abilities of the risk systems in use
• Maintain knowledge of industry standards and best practice
• Work closely with investment teams to understand the intended portfolio risks and point out any unintentional exposures. Our Investment Risk team should add value to our portfolio management effort where possible
• Suggest corrective actions where portfolio tolerances are breached. Appropriately escalate communication of any breaches within the organisation
• Work with the Performance team (and beyond) to increase understanding of risk reporting techniques and the portfolios we manage
• Free ranging role to identify, report and resolve investment risks 

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:

• Degree qualified with strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Previous experience in a risk management/reporting role
• Be able to challenge the Investment team
• Excellent communication skills, in order to communicate research methodology and tools used to client base and investment teams
• The ability to prioritise deliverables and meet client expectations
• Be able to establish good working relationships internally/externally and maintain existing client relationships
• Able to bring a fresh perspective relative to systems (RiskMetrics, Port) or investment teams (equity, fixed income, multi asset)
• VBA (desirable)
• Previous experience using RiskMetrics, Barra One and Bloomberg PORT (desirable)
• Fixed income/multi asset experience is particularly desirable

Nomura competencies 

Trusted Partner 

• Understand clients’ needs and issues, and respond with high-quality proposals  
• Acquire capabilities to perform one’s responsibilities and contribute to being a Trusted Partner  

Entrepreneurial leadership  

• Produce new ideas that might challenge the status-quo or oneself 

Teamwork & Collaboration 

• Seek advice from senior colleagues and utilize it for improved results  
• Collaborate with members from relevant departments  

Influence 

• Contribute to the success of the organization both quantitatively and qualitatively, and act with awareness of the impact on others 
• Serve as role model and provide guidance to junior employees 

Integrity  

• Have a good understanding of corporate philosophy, professional ethics, compliance, risk management, and code of conduct, and make decisions and take actions accordingly 

Right to Work 

The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers from outside the EEA coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the EEA (who require a Tier 2 (General) visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that there are no other suitable candidates for this vacancy from inside the EEA. 

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Diversity Statement

NAM is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Nomura Asset Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer