Settlements Operations Specialist Vice President

Nomura Holdings, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Settlements Operations Specialist Vice President in New York. The role supports Global Wholesale operations, ensuring timely settlement of new issues and asset servicing while collaborating across corporate functions.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in settlements, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with settlement procedures. Base salary range is $145K–$160K with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Settlements Operations in Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of DTCC Settlements is a plus; familiarity with Broadridge BPS, Impact, Gloss HV or similar is helpful.
• Familiar with WSP/SOP/DLF procedures is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or related field.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel; quick learner of internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Global Wholesale operations across asset classes including Fixed Income, Equities, Futures & options.
• Ensure new issues settle on value date and asset servicing is performed as needed.
• Collaborate with corporate functions to align processes with business and risk objectives.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Process impact/risk

Communication skills

MS Office/Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/Economics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Job Title: Settlements Operations Specialist Vice President

Job Code: 15121

Country: US

City: New York

Skill Category: Operations

Description:

Corporate Title: Vice President

Department: Operations

Location: New York, NY

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $145K and $160K/year*

Company overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. 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 .

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Department Overview:

Role description:

Global Wholesale operations supports Global Markets trading activity across multiple asset classes including Fixed Income, Equities, Futures & options across securities & derivative products.The function of New Issues is to work closely and support the businesses that bring new securities to the market. The team will partner with other corporate functions to ensure the new issue settles on value date as well as ensuring asset servicing of the security occurs as needed.

Key contribution areas critical to success:

• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and a sense of urgency
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Understanding impact of processes/procedures carried out on daily basis and its relation to the business and risk
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required

• 6+ years of experience in Settlements Operations role within Financial Services
• Strong knowledge of DTCC Settlements is a plus. Additionally, Broadridge BPS, Impact, Gloss HV or similar is helpful.
• Familiar with Written Supervisory Procedures (WSP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Detailed Functional Lists (DLF) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or related degree
• Motivated, diligent learner that is able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly in Excel and ability to quickly learn internal & industry applications
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment both in office and in remote scenarios
• Series 99 preferred or ability to obtain shortly after joining

*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, and discretionary awards 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, 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