ETF Product Associate

Nomura; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura is building a world‑class ETF platform and seeks an ETF Product Associate to support product strategy, development, competitive positioning, and client solutions. You will work with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams to bring new ideas to market, position offerings competitively, and deliver solutions that meet evolving client needs in a dynamic asset management environment.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, expertise with Bloomberg and other market data

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred (or in progress).
• 3-5+ years’ financial services experience, preferably in ETFs or product management, with a solid understanding of ETF mechanics and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of derivatives or alternative investments with strong investment, analytical, and quantitative aptitude.
• Exceptional Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Experience with Bloomberg, Morningstar, Simfund, and similar platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
• FINRA Series 7 license (or acquisition within 90 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Conduct competitive analysis across ETF providers, tracking product launches, flows, and positioning strategies.
• Provide market insights on competitor movements and differentiation opportunities.
• Research and evaluate new ETF opportunities across equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes.
• Support product launches working with Investment Management, Legal, Compliance, and Marketing.
• Serve as ETF subject matter expert for distribution teams and clients.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track product metrics, flows, and market share.
• Create presentations, marketing materials, and analytical reports.
• Perform quantitative analysis using Bloomberg, Simfund, Morningstar, and Excel.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred

Tools

Bloomberg

Morningstar

Simfund

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Corporate Title: Associate

Department: Active ETF

Pay Range: \$120,000 - \$150,000 per year*

*See below for additional compensation and benefits information.

Role Overview

Nomura is a Top 10 ETF issuer globally and a leading financial services institution with a rich heritage spanning over 100 years. As we accelerate our US market expansion, we’re building a world‑class ETF platform that combines deep investment expertise with innovative product solutions. Our commitment to excellence and client‑focused innovation has positioned us as a trusted partner to institutional investors, financial advisors, and asset allocators worldwide.

We are seeking a talented ETF Product Associate to join our dynamic and growing ETF team during an exciting period of strategic expansion. This role offers the opportunity to support product strategy, product development, competitive positioning, and client solutions in one of asset management’s fastest‑evolving segments. You’ll work alongside senior leaders and cross‑functional teams to bring new investment ideas to market, position our offerings competitively, and deliver meaningful solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients.

In This Role, You Will

• Conduct competitive analysis across ETF providers, tracking product launches, flows, and positioning strategies.
• Provide market insights on competitor movements and differentiation opportunities.
• Research and evaluate new ETF opportunities across equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes.
• Support product launches working with Investment Management, Legal, Compliance, and Marketing.
• Serve as ETF subject matter expert for distribution teams and clients.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track product metrics, flows, and market share.
• Create presentations, marketing materials, and analytical reports.
• Perform quantitative analysis using Bloomberg, Simfund, Morningstar, and Excel.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, and Knowledge Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred (or in progress).
• 3-5+ years’ financial services experience, preferably in ETFs or product management, with a solid understanding of ETF mechanics and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of derivatives or alternative investments with strong investment, analytical, and quantitative aptitude.
• Exceptional Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Experience with Bloomberg, Morningstar, Simfund, and similar platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
• FINRA Series 7 license (or acquisition within 90 days of hire).

Nomura Competencies

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

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job‑related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign‑on bonus, restricted stock units, discretionary awards and eligibility for commissions for applicable sales roles in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired in the U.S., the employee will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer.