EMEA Head of EMIR

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: EMEA Head of EMIR & Central Bank Reporting
Corporate Title: Vice President
Department: EMEA Regulatory Operations
Location: London

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

Department overview:

We are looking for a EMIR & Central Banks Regulatory Reporting person at VP level in the Operations division. This will comprise oversight of BAU controls and processes, interaction with regulatory change, horizon scanning through attending industry forums and monitoring Q&A's/Market Watches. We consider this a key focus area and opportunity moving forward, as we enhance our operating model for key data aggregation and reporting mechanisms

The individual and the team will support the broader EMEA Regulatory Reporting by performing the following functions:

• VP EMIR & Central Banks will manage a small team with responsibility for all EMIR & Central Bank Regulatory Reporting obligations.
• Provide oversight and progress to the department senior management team and stakeholders, regionally and globally
• Supervision of regular meetings and reporting to/with all stakeholders to keep them up to date and ensure expectations are met/managed
• Leading continual improvements to both the process and control environment

• Thorough understanding of the regulatory reporting environment and ensuring Nomura is compliant for EMIR & Central Bank reporting

• Represent Operations in the different Industry forums

• Build and maintain ongoing dialogue with key Business and Corporate stakeholders to understand and align on strategy
• Proactively manage breach process, taking ownership of issues from inception to conclusion including technology remediation and back reporting

Key contribution areas critical to success:

• Demonstrates an excellent understanding of EMIR & Central Bank Regulatory reporting requirements in the financial market including best practice controls and process
• Ability to collaborate with teams in different locations
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to prioritize and allocate resources to focus on key areas
• Ability to articulate key messages through all mediums and escalate potential risks in a timely manner
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to collaborate with teams in different locations to drive the agenda
• Proactive with a 'can-do' attitude and the ability to manage requests with a flexible and dynamic approach
• Project management experience is preferred, whilst no formal qualifications are necessary the candidate needs to demonstrate successful involvement in key programmes

Qualifications:

• Experienced working in financial services in a Regulatory reporting role
• Good business knowledge, having worked directly in the Front/ Middle or Back office
• Strong analytical skills & synthesis ability
• Strong interpersonal skills and have experiences in operating & connecting in a global lead organization
• Hands on experience on digital tools and data analytic tools are strongly preferred.

Nomura competencies

Explore Insights & Vision

• Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.

Making Strategic Decisions

• Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations.

Inspire Entrepreneurship in People

• Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity.

Elevate Organizational Capability

• Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing.

Inclusion

• Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).

Right to Work

The 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 & Inclusion

Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome all applications and 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.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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