Equity Sales Trader

Nomura; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura's Global Markets division in Malaysia seeks an experienced equities professional to deliver best execution for client orders and support monetization of research ideas. You will coordinate trades for local and international clients and contribute to maintaining strong client relationships within a dynamic market environment.

The role requires 4–8 years of equity product experience, strong communication, integrity, and the ability to work under pressure, with a focus on market

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in Malaysian Equity products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethics and display high level of integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Motivated to take initiative to grow the franchise.
• Good understanding of market microstructure and local regulation.
• Good client relationship with local and international asset managers.
• Good Understanding of Equity Trading System and Algorithm.

Responsibilities

• Provide best execution for stocks for Nomura’s clients.
• Help monetize Nomura research products and trading ideas and coordinate client servicing.
• Source and cross block trades for local and international clients.

Skills

Equity trading

Market microstructure

Client relationships

Trading systems

Algorithm understanding

Communication skills

Resilience under pressure

Initiative

Tools

Trading platforms

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

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.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing best execution for stocks on behalf of Nomura’s clients.


• Help monetize Nomura research products and trading ideas and to assist in coordinating the effort to service clients.


• Source and cross block trade for local and international clients.

Experience

• 4-8 years of experience in Malaysian Equity products


• Excellent Written and Verbal communication skills.


• Strong work ethics and display high level of integrity


• Ability to work under pressure.


• Motivated to take initiative to grow the franchise.


• Good understanding of market microstructure and local regulation.


• Good client relationship with local and international asset managers.


• Good Understanding of Equity Trading System and Algorithm.

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