Investment Research Analyst

Nomura Holdings, Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 174,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Restricted stock units

Comprehensive medical benefits

Job summary

A global financial services group seeks an experienced equity analyst to join its Kansas City office. The role involves conducting in-depth analysis of financial services companies, developing financial models, and presenting investment recommendations. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience and preferably hold or be pursuing a CFA designation. Join a collaborative team atmosphere with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in equity fundamental research, particularly in financial services.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills and models development experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep analysis on financial services sector companies.
• Create financial forecasts and maintain relevant industry data.
• Present investment recommendations.

Skills

Equity fundamental research

Collaboration

Strong performance track record

Education

CFA designation or pursuing CFA designation

Job description

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $174k and $202k year * (see below footnote for additional compensation and benefits information).

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 .

Division Overview: NAM International

The international business brings together a legacy of investing in public and private markets on a global scale. Through active management, we deliver differentiated and innovative solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and private credit supported by a team of disciplined and tenured investment professionals. Building upon Nomura’s century long heritage, our teams are responsible stewards of clients’ capital. We approach everything we do with accountability, curiosity, and integrity to help clients across wealth and institutional channels navigate an ever-changing market, capture opportunities around the world, and reach long-term investment goals.

Role Description:

• You will be a part of the centralized Nomura Asset Management International equity analyst pool reporting to the Director of Research and will support multiple public equity product strategies in the Kansas City office with a focus on companies with greater than $10 billion market capitalization
• You will conduct deep, strong fundamental analysis on companies in the financial services sector as well as create and maintain detailed financial forecasts, models, and relevant industry data
• You will identify, develop and present investment recommendations
• You will have the opportunity to expand your industry and investment knowledge through meetings with company executives, sell‑side analysts, consultants, and industry experts

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:

• 5+ years of experience in an equity fundamental research role with experience covering the financial services sector
• Strong track record of performance
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• CFA designation or pursuing CFA designation preferred
• Role is located in Kansas City. Candidates must be willing to relocate.

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 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., 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.