Analyst/Associate, Fixed Income Strategy & Solutions Group

Corporate Title: Analyst/Associate

Department: Fixed Income Investments

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $85,000 and $125,000/year* (see below footnote for additional compensation and benefits information).

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.

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The international business brings together a legacy of investing in public and private markets on a global scale. Through active management, we deliver differentiated and innovative solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and private credit supported by a team of disciplined and tenured investment professionals. Building upon Nomura’s century long heritage, our teams are responsible stewards of clients’ capital. We approach everything we do with accountability, curiosity, and integrity to help clients across wealth and institutional channels navigate an ever-changing market, capture opportunities around the world, and reach long-term investment goals.

The Fixed Income Strategy and Solutions Group is centralized in the Fixed Income Investment team, driving strategy and data-driven solutions with disciplined focus on clients. This role offers exceptional growth opportunities within our ~$100bn Fixed Income platform spanning 7 investment capabilities across our global hubs in Philadelphia, New York, London, and Vienna. The International business brings together a legacy of investing in public and private markets on a global scale. Through active management, we deliver differentiated and innovative solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and private credit supported by a team of disciplined and tenured investment professionals.

This role involves three key areas

• Assist Client Portfolio Managers who serve as extensions of investment desks, acting as the intersection between Investment, Distribution, and Product
• Support client and prospect presentations, queries, RFPs, and questionnaires across our Fixed Income suite including Corporate Bond, Emerging Markets Debt, Leveraged Credit, Municipals, Multisector & Securitized Credit, Private Placements, and Leveraged Credit
• Help develop and deliver market presentations and thought leadership materials that articulate PM views to clients, consultants, and prospects
• Support the triage of meeting requests and provide initial client engagement support
• Contribute to quarterly pitchbook updates and strategy materials, partnering with Information Services

• Support strategic initiatives aligned with Fixed Income's priorities
• Conduct market/industry data analysis including competitive landscape and peer analysis to increase credibility and marketability
• Help define and implement product and vehicle solutions, ensuring strategies are positioned in proper wrappers
• Work closely with our client group and distribution partners to field requests for the investment teams

• Work closely with all investment teams using our dedicated coverage model: Corporate Bond, Emerging Markets Debt, Insurance, Leveraged Credit, Multisector, Municipals, Private Placements, and Securitized Credit
• Support investment teams to focus on investments by handling product and client-facing responsibilities
• Assist with investment collateral development and ensure our strategies are in the right vehicles and channels
• Assist with RFP/RFI/DDQ processes for investment team review
• Help bridge communication between investment teams and distribution channels
• Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

• 1-5+ years of relevant experience in financial services, investment management, or related field
• Strong interest in financial markets, investment management, and fixed income across public and private markets
• Bachelor's degree
• CFA or licensing interest

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite – PowerPoint and Excel (required)
• Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities with experience in financial modeling and data analysis preferred
• Ability to synthesize complex investment concepts and present them clearly to diverse audiences
• Understanding of fixed income markets, credit analysis, and investment vehicles preferred
• Ability to utilize AI beyond chat capabilities (i.e., LLM, design)

• Team-oriented mindset comfortable building relationships across our global organization
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing and internal interactions
• Proactive, resourceful attitude with powerful work ethic and client-focused lens
• Critical thinking skills with ability to challenge status quo and propose innovative solutions
• Adaptability to support multiple investment teams and varying levels of effort as needed
• Nomura Competencies

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

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

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

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

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