Vice President - FX Quantitative Research - Global Markets

NOMURA SINGAPORE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura Singapore Limited is seeking a VP-level Quantitative Research professional to join the Global Markets team. You will develop and implement models for valuing FX structured derivatives and work closely with Trading, Structuring and Risk Management to solve business problems and explain model behaviors.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Mathematics or a similar quantitative discipline, strong coding skills in C++ or Python, and excellent written and oral communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics or a similar quantitative discipline.
• Experience in financial mathematics and derivative products.
• Experience coding in C++ or Python.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement models for valuing FX structured derivatives.
• Collaborate with Trading, Structuring, Risk Management and other teams to solve business problems and explain models.

Skills

Financial mathematics

Derivative products

C++

Python

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics or Theoretical Physics or similar

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Company overview

Nomura is an Asia-based financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Asset 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 Division handles client transactions for financial institutions, corporates, governments and investment funds around the world. 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 taken market-leading positions across the globe by leveraging the strength of our talent, client relationships and technology.

By developing strong relationships with our client base through consistent interaction, independent advice and pre-eminent access to Asia, we have built a powerful global franchise across interest rates, currency and credit products. Our client services cover both high-volume flow products and carefully tailored structured solutions. We have adapted to the changing financial landscape to build a client centric focus differentiated by innovation, electronic and service excellence and market-leading derivatives capabilities.

Responsibilities of the role

Nomura seeks to recruit a VP-level professional to work in the Global Markets Quantitative Research team. The position will involve development and implementation of models and methodologies for valuing FX Structured Derivatives. Another key component of the role is working closely with Trading, Structuring, Risk Management and other teams to solve business problems, analyse and explain models, and help add value to the firm's bottom line.

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

Minimum Master's degree in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics or a similar quantitative discipline.

Proven experience of financial mathematics and relevant derivative products.

Proven experience of coding in C++ or python.

Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills

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.