Senior FX Options Trader

Nomura; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura in London seeks a Senior FX Options trader reporting to the Global Head of FX Options. You will work with sales, structuring and corporate partners to build a profitable, sustainable business while strengthening controls and risk discipline.

You will collaborate across EMEA and global regions to share insights, develop client strategies, supervise trading activity, and ensure alignment with firm-wide objectives and P&L metrics.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of FX options trading experience with a strong risk management mindset.
• Experience identifying revenue growth and product ideas in macro products.
• Strong supervisory experience and ability to establish an effective control and risk culture.
• Ability to act under pressure and adapt trading styles to market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Senior FX Options trading activity and report to the Global Head of FX Options.
• Partner with Sales and Structuring to service and develop client strategies.
• Coordinate with EMEA and global teams to share insights and align risk practice.
• Ensure regional FX Options trading strategies align with firm-wide objectives and P&L metrics.
• Maintain strong supervision and risk discipline across the desk.

Skills

FX options trading

Risk management

Client relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

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 www.nomura.com.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Nomura 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.

Department Overview

Nomura's Global Markets department provides liquidity, market insights, and execution services to clients worldwide across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. The team's focus on innovation and technology provides clients with access to cutting-edge trading platforms and customized solutions. Nomura's Global Markets team specializes in market-making, risk management, and electronic trading, with a strong global presence and reputation for exceptional service to clients. With expertise, global reach, and commitment to innovation, Nomura's Global Markets department is well-positioned to continue driving growth and success in the financial industry.

Role Description

• Senior FX Options trader based in London, reporting to the Global Head of FX Options, working with sales, structuring and corporate partners to build a profitable business in a sustainable and responsible manner.
• Partner with sales and structuring teams to maintain and develop new client strategies across our global FX client base – help service client needs whilst building lasting relationships and franchise
• Work closely with FX Options traders across EMEA and global regions to share market insights, coordinate positioning, and ensure consistent risk management practices
• Collaborate with the Global FX Options Head to ensure regional FX Options trading strategies, risk appetite, and business initiatives align with firm-wide objectives and market opportunities with direct accountability of individual and team P&L performance metrics
• Ensure strong supervision, effective control culture and risk discipline and ensure compliance with both global and regional supervisory requirements.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications And Knowledge Required

• Minimum of 10 years of FX options trading experience with a strong risk management mindset. Team track record responsibility ideal but not a pre-requisite
• Experience identifying key themes and opportunities specifically revenue growth and product ideas in macro products
• Strong supervisory experience and experience in establishing an effective control and risk culture to ensure compliance with both global and regional supervisory requirements.
• Ability to act under pressure and flexibility to adapt trading styles to market conditions.

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.

Nomura Leadership Behaviours

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

Diversity & Inclusion

Nomura 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.