JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Market Data Content, Business Analyst /Vendor Manage

rCorporate Title: Associat

eDepartment: Wholesale Data and Ops Technolog

yLocation: Jacksonville, F

L

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $95,000 and $120,000 annual

ly.

Company ove

rviewNomura is an Asia-based financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Asset 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.nomur

a.com

Department O

verviewThe WDOT (Wholesale Data & Operation Technology) is a global team geographically spread across London, New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, India and Shanghai. The team is responsible for delivering strategic WDOT initiatives that impact core data and real-time applications and platforms, and is responsible for mandatory and strategic project delivery, performing requirements gathering, design, development, testing, project management and gove

rnance.

Role

Overview:Market Data Content is the commercial owner for the front-to-back acquisition, data governance and financial management of content data, providing both Market, Index and Reference Data. Market Data Content is a global function with teams based in Japan, Hong Kong, New York, London and Powai. A new opportunity has emerged to support our newly acquired Asset Management business in Philadelphia, expanding our capabilities and market presence in this key financial hub. The main roles within the team include Vendor Managers, Business Analysts, Lifecycle Management and Governance. Working together, we strive to offer the business access to the services they need in both an efficient manner and at the ri

ght cost.
Build and maintain strategic relationships between business stakeholders and external market data
providersEvaluate and make decisive recommendations on market data service requests, ensuring they align with organizational cost objectives and domai
n strategyOversee the complete contract lifecycle management using established workflows a
nd systemsSpearhead market data transitions, pilot programs, and new implementatio
n projectsDrive cost optimization initiatives and provide expert consultation to business units on market data
solutionsMaintain comprehensive accuracy in the Market Data inventory sy
stem (MDM)Conduct thorough vendor payment verification and reconciliation utilizing existin
g workflowReview and validate month-end financial reporting for new busines
s segmentsDevelop and distribute monthly management information reports for new business st

akeholders

Key objectives critical

to success:To understand the business’ requirements and collaborate on market data solution enablement and cost optimisation opportunitie
s (regional)To identify global opportunities and challenge the cost optimisation of Business Un
its (global)To govern the core market data processes that directly impact the Business Units, as the ‘voice’ for Market
Data ContentTo ensure Business Units are aware of their Market Data risk and obligations, and collaborate on any mitiga

tion efforts

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowl

edge requ

ired:EssentialA seasoned professional with sufficient knowledge of trade life cycle, markets and products gained through w
ork experienceExperience working in an investment bank or broker/dealer environment (experience in Middle Office and/or Operations
are welcome)-Buyside experience a plus, but
not essentialExcellent written and oral communication skills enabling the individual to liaise effectively and share information with Nomura senior management and other key stakeholders throughout
the industry.A self motivator who is a fast learner and able to work proactively to identify opportunities for process improvement and/or realis
ing cost save.Must have good analytical skills and a strong attention to detail. The ability to question existing practises/procedures, ensuring efficiency and recognition of streamlining opportunitie
s are all key.A strong sense of customer service and the abilty to prioritise workload and the expectations of int
ernal clients.Work well within an extended team environment (on shore and off shore) and take a keen interest in developin
g the functionBasic Excel, Word and PowerPoint s
kills requiredConfidence to represent the department at any relevant inte
rnal meetings.Excellent written and verbal commun

ication skills

Nom

ura competencie

s
Trusted PartnerUnderstand clients’ needs and issues, and respond with high-
quality proposalsAcquire capabilities to perform one’s responsibilities and contribute to being

a Trusted Partner
Entrepre

neurial leadershipProduce new ideas that might challenge the sta

tus-quo

or oneself
Te

amworkCollaborationSeek advice from senior colleagues and utilize it f
or improved resultsCollaborate with members from r

elevant d

epartments
InfluenceContribute to the success of the organization both quantitatively and qualitatively, and act with awareness of
the impact on othersServe as role model and provide guidance

to junio

r employees
IntegrityHave a good understanding of corporate philosophy, professional ethics, compliance, risk management, and code of conduct, and make decisions and tak

e actions accordingly

*base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives

an offer of employment.

If hired in the U.S., employee will be in an “at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performa

nce, and market factors".

Nomura is an

Equal Opportunity Employer

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