Quantitative Investment Strategies Structuring (6-month FTC, Entry level)

Nomura; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking an entry-level intern for a 6-month contract in Quantitative Investment Strategies Structuring. The role involves supporting product development, marketing QIS transactions, and engaging in client servicing. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in quantitative strategies, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in quantitative investment strategies.
• Understanding of financial derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Supporting product development and implementation.
• Marketing and origination of QIS linked transactions.

Skills

Quantitative Investment Strategies

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Tools

Excel

Python

Job description

Quantitative Investment Strategies Structuring (6-month FTC, Entry level)

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Nomura's Global Markets Division handles client transactions for financial institutions, corporates, governments, and investment funds worldwide. We act as market makers, trading in fixed income and equity securities, including currencies, interest rates, and credit in cash, derivatives, and structured products. We have established market-leading positions globally by leveraging our talent, client relationships, and technology.

The Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) Structuring team seeks a long-term intern to join in London on a 6-month contract.

The QIS Structuring team develops and implements systematic trading strategies across asset classes and markets QIS linked transactions.

Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting product development and implementation.
2. Marketing and origination of QIS linked transactions.
3. Engaging in the full lifecycle of QIS product development, execution, and client servicing to build relevant skills as a QIS structurer.

Skills, experience, qualifications, and knowledge required:

• Strong interest in quantitative investment strategies and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of financial derivatives.
• High attention to detail and strong work ethics.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and good commercial awareness.
• Effective communication and presentation of technical concepts.
• Proficiency in Excel/Python is advantageous.

Culture & Conduct

• Promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Demonstrates high professional integrity.
• Engages in development opportunities and leverages strengths.

Client-Centricity & Business Acumen

• Deep understanding of the market and business area.
• Ability to generate commercial ideas and articulate complex information.
• Develops actionable recommendations and aligns with strategic goals.
• Innovative thinking and collaborative approach.
• Decisiveness and adaptability to changing circumstances.

Communication & Connectivity

• Effective listening and communication skills at all levels.
• Facilitates negotiations and supports network growth.

Execution & Delivery

• Inspires commitment and maintains focus on goals.
• Manages conflicting priorities and communicates changes effectively.
• Resilient in challenging situations and receptive to feedback.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering, Finance, and Research

Industries

• Banking, Capital Markets, and Investment Banking