Market Risk Manager - Securitized Products
About The Position
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. Aon’s Benefit Index®, Nomura’s benefits rank #1 amongst our competitorsDepartment Overview: Nomura's Risk department plays a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across our business. We strive to protect the firm's assets, reputation, and financial stability by implementing robust risk management practices. Join our team and contribute to our proactive approach in managing risks, allowing us to make informed decisions and thrive in an ever-changing market environment. Role Description: The firm is seeking an experienced Front Office-facing risk professional for our Securitized Products Market Risk team with a focus on identifying, monitoring, and managing market risk exposures across our RMBS, ABS, CMBS, CLO, Mortgage Whole Loan trading and financing desks. In addition to product expertise, the candidate must exhibit strong quantitative skills, effective management ability and excellent communication as the role requires extensive collaboration across various functions and regions.
Requirements
- 4 - 8 years of relevant market risk experience
- Strong understanding of Non-Agency Mortgages and Securitized Products
- Proven experience managing stakeholder relationships
- Comprehensive understanding of market risk methodologies
- Expert knowledge of risk metrics and limit frameworks
- Strong grasp of regulatory requirements and capital rules
- Proficiency with risk systems and market data platforms
- Understanding of trading strategies and portfolio management
- Exceptional ability to communicate complex risk concepts clearly
- Experience presenting to executive committees
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities
- Ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups
- Confidence in challenging senior stakeholders constructively
- Clear written & verbal communication for regulatory correspondence
- Experience managing through market stress events
- Global mindset and cross-cultural awareness
- Crisis management and problem-solving abilities
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with trading desk heads and senior business stakeholders
- Present risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior management & executive committees
- Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics between front office, control functions, and regulators
- Provide clear, impactful communication of risk issues to senior management
- Partner with global teams across different jurisdictions and time zones
- Influence key decision makers on risk appetite and portfolio strategy
- Cover Market Risk across US Securitized Products & Private Credit business including Non-Agency RMBS, CMBS, ABS, CLO, Mortgage Whole Loans, Mortgage Financing and Trading activities.
- Drive enhancement of risk methodologies and models for complex structured products
- Review and challenge trading strategies and risk positions
- Oversee limit framework design and implementation
- Guide development of risk analytics and reporting frameworks
- Contribute to regulatory capital optimization initiatives
- Participate in new product approval processes
Benefits
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
