Associate, Investment Banker, FIG

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Job Title: Associate, Investment Banker, FIGJob Code: 9915Country: GBCity: LondonSkill Category: Investment BankingDescription:Company overviewNomura 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.comJob title: Investment Banker FIGCorporate Title: AssociateDepartment: Investment BankingLocation: LondonFinancial Institutions GroupFIG is one of the largest teams in Investment Banking and executes high profile deals, providing analysts with unparalleled deal execution experience. Diversified Financials (incl. asset and wealth managers, insurance brokers and fund administrators) as a subsector of FIG is a highly dynamic and an in-demand specialism where the right candidate will be able to grow a rewarding career. FIG as a whole is a dominant revenue contributor in the EMEA Investment Banking Division. Diversified Financials operate EMEA-wide coverage alongside other sectors including banks, insurance, specialty finance (consumer finance, leasing, etc.). The team is closely integrated with key product teams across Global Finance (Equity Advisory and Debt Capital Markets, Acquisition & Leveraged Finance, Insurance and Risk Solutions Group).Role desciprtionKey objectives critical to success:Assisting in execution of on-going deals within the group, e.g. M&A transactions, strategic advisorySupporting senior bankers delivering strategic advice to clientsStrategic idea generation and sector coveragePreparation of pitch book and discussion materialsData analysisFinancial modelling and valuationProject management and client handlingSkills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:EssentialExperience / strong interest in FIG sector, ideally the capital-light segmentExperience of working within Investment Banking, Transaction Services/Corporate Finance Group of ‘Big 4’ Accountancy Firm or boutique advisory firmMastery of complex modelling and financial analysis (e.g. operating models, DCF, merger models, LBO)Detail orientated and accurateAbility to identify key issues, draw conclusions and raise questions about resultsTakes ownership and drives processes forwardPrioritises and coordinates projects effectivelyJudgementDesirablePrior experience working within the capital-light subsector of FIGFluency in a European languageNomura competenciesCulture & ConductContributes to desired cultureAware of different values / stylesMaintains own and holds others to high standards of behaviorSeeks to developAware of impact of own strengths / weaknessesLearns from experienceClient-Centricity & Business AcumenDemonstrates understanding of current marketAnticipates client needsPays attention to detail, synthesizes accuratelySees problems, recommends solutionsStrategy & InnovationArticulates own contributions to divisional and firm-wide strategyEmbraces and balances new / differing ways of thinking / workingMakes decisions appropriate to their role, knows when and how to escalateKnows when / how to compromiseResponds positively to changing needs and circumstancesIs able to change direction quicklyLeadership & CollaborationProactively participates in own and others' performance yearAssists in recruiting and on boarding new team membersGives credit to others for positive contributionsBuilds collaborative and productive working relationshipsProvides on-the-job training to colleaguesProvides and listens to constructive, timely and specific feedback to resolve conflictCommunication & ConnectivityAdjusts communication style to suit topic / audienceBalances listening / talkingCommunicates ideas and issues clearly and with considerationQuestions to understand others’ viewsIs a proven and credible resourceBuilds internal networkWillingly works with others to share informationExecution & DeliveryMaintains positive commitment to resultsTakes on challenging assignmentsExecutes priority actions on-timeKeeps stakeholders updated, manages expectationsPersists when confronted with resistanceSeeks, listens to and accepts feedbackRight to WorkThe UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role.Diversity & InclusionNomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr