Delta One Trader

Nomura; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura in Hong Kong invites applications for a Delta One trader within Global Markets. You will price, hedge, and book Delta One trades, contributing to efficient balance sheet usage and funding resources.

The role requires strong Python and SQL skills, plus Mandarin and English communication. You will work with cross-functional teams on product development, risk management, and system automation to optimize trading performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field; relevant finance knowledge is a plus.
• Strong programming and data analysis skills with Python/SQL.
• Fluent English and Mandarin preferred with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Price, hedge and book Delta One trades and manage risk.
• Coordinate delta one product development and trade execution with teams.
• Assist in system enhancements and automation projects for Delta One.

Skills

Python

SQL

English

Mandarin

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/ Mathematics/Computing

Tools

Trading platforms

Risk systems

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

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

Divisional 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

The position holder will join our Delta One trading team, responsible for pricing, risk management, trading, and booking of our Delta One business. This position includes hedging trade execution, inventory management, and system automation to optimize the efficient usage of balance sheet and funding resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with various teams on delta one product development, trade execution, and risk management
• Responsible for sourcing, pricing, distribution and managing security inventories to optimize balance sheet usage
• Assist in trading/booking system enhancement project buildout for Delta One Business

Skills, Experience, Qualifications And Knowledge Required

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University
• Knowledge of financial markets, investment products, and trading strategies specific to China & Hong Kong equity markets
• Upright, humble, diligent with high moral values
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey ideas behind a complex research clearly and precisely
• Taking proactive approach to identify and solve problems for building and developing infrastructure and processes
• Proficient in Python and SQL, knowledge in any other programming language is a plus
• Strong analytical thinking and team player
• Adaptable to changing business requirements
• Fluency in English and Mandarin preferred

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 Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation.

DISCLAIMER

This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer