Manager / AVP - Commercial Lawyer

Description:

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

Nomura Services India, (Powai) supports Nomura’s businesses around the world. Powai’ s world class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support have played a key role in facilitating Nomura’s global operations and are an integral part of Nomura’s global expansion plans. The Powai operation is a critical part of the platform to support the growth of Nomura’s global business.

Nomura Overview:

Nomura Services, India is a core center of excellence powering the group's global businesses. With world-class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support, the firm plays a key role in shaping, strengthening, and accelerating Nomura's global operations.

At Nomura, creating an inclusive workplace is a priority. Our approach to inclusion encompasses a variety of initiatives, including sensitization campaigns, implementing conducive policies & programs, providing infrastructure support, and engaging in community events. Over time, we have made meaningful progress in these areas, and this commitment has been well-recognized across the industry. We are proud recipients of the prestigious Top 10 Employers award by the India Workplace Equality Index (IWEI), IWEI Gold Employer of Choice awards, India CSR Leadership Award 2024 for Holistic Village Development Program, and the YUVA Unstoppable Changemaker Awards 2021.

Divisional Overview:

Powai LCC broadly covers the areas of Legal, Compliance and Conduct, and is responsible for building a robust risk and control framework. The Powai LCC teams support Nomura Powai entities, as well as LCC teams globally to ensure effective risk management of Legal, Compliance and Conduct related risks for the firm.

Powai Legal

comprises of the Corporate Legal and Transaction Legal functions, which provide advice and support on corporate, employment and transactional matters. The Offshore Legal team supports global teams on corporate and secretarial matters, Global Markets, and Masters documentation related requirements.

Powai Compliance

comprises of functions such as Core Compliance, Trade Surveillance, Electronic Communication Surveillance, Financial Crime Monitoring, Control Room & Disclosure Monitoring and Employee Compliance. The teams provide advisory and operations support to global / regional Compliance teams driven by global / regional policies and regulatory expectations.

Business Unit Overview:

The legal department provides support both to the India businesses and globally as well. The support areas include, but are not limited to IT, HR, ESS and Facilities, litigation, Real Estate, Employment Law, Corporate Secretarial, bond issuances, syndicated lending mandates, margin financing transactions, M&A advisory mandate, other Industry agreements and also drafts and negotiates prime brokerage and various commercial agreements.

Position Specifications

Corporate Title Manager / AVP - Commercial Lawyer Experience 5-10 years Qualification LLB / CS / LLM Requisition No. 10586

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join our Legal Department supporting Nomura's business operations across EMEA. The role involves providing strategic legal advice on complex commercial matters and transactions during London business hours. Key Responsibilities Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial contracts and agreements Providing legal advice on regulatory matters affecting the business Managing relationships with external counsel when required Supporting various business units on day-to-day legal matters Advising on compliance with UK and EU regulations Contributing to the development of standardised legal documentation Managing legal risk across commercial operations

Required Qualifications Legal qualification in India/UK/EU jurisdiction OR equivalent experience advising on India/UK/EU legal and regulatory issues Proven experience in financial services or investment banking sector General experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts Strong track record of advising on financial services matters

Required Skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Strong commercial acumen and business judgment Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines Strong project management skills Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team Knowledge of derivatives and structured products

Desired Experience Previous experience in a similar role within investment banking Experience with financial technology and digital transformation projects International transaction experience Additional language skills (particularly German, Italian and/or French) would be advantageous

Nomura Leadership Behaviours:

Leadership Behaviours Description Element Exploring Insights & Vision Comprehensively analyse the nature of the problems we face and set our focus toward the future vision Gather Intelligence Create a vision Identify an issue Making Strategic Decisions Analyse options and feasibility to resolve issues, in making judgments and recommendations Identify countermeasures Assess feasibility Make a judgment Inspiring Entrepreneurship in People Promotes the vision and goals to others in such a way that inspires commitment and independent contributions Influence Inspire Commit Elevating Organizational Capacity Maximize organizational productivity through leadership development and engagement Have an ownership in own development Support other‘s growth Encourage organizational growth Inclusion Respect diverse perspectives and promote psychological safety and the creation of a risk culture Foster psychological safety Encourage the active participation of all talent Foster a risk culture

Nomura Core Competencies:

Competencies Behavioral Indicators Culture & Conduct Building Nomura’s Culture Diversity & Inclusion Professional Integrity Self-Awareness Contributes to desired culture Sets positive example Aware of different values/styles Holds high standards of behavior Aware of own strengths/weaknesses Client-Centricity & Business Acumen Commerciality Client-Centricity Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving Understands current market Anticipates client needs Pays attention to detail Sees problems, recommends solutions Strategy & Innovation Strategic Thinking & Change Decision Making & Judgment Agility Balances alternative views Knows when to decide/when to escalate Champions new ideas Is both disciplined and entrepreneurial Sees when to escalate Leadership & Collaboration Managing Talent Recognizing, Motivating, Supporting, Developing, Collaborating with others and Managing Conflict Thinks differently Balances alternative views Knows when/how to compromise Learns from experience Seeks to develop Communication & Connectivity Articulation & Receptiveness Impact Connectivity Assists in recruiting Gives credit Builds productive working relationships Provides constructive, timely and specific feedback Communication & Influence Articulation and Receptiveness Impact Connectivity Adjusts style to suit topic Balances listening/talking Communicates with clarity and consideration Is a proven and credible resource Questions to understand others’ views Builds internal contact network Willingly effectively works across teams Execution & Delivery Driving Performance Execution-Focus Planning & Organizing Adaptability Demonstrates accountability/commitment Takes on challenging assignments Execute priority actions on-time Keep stakeholders updated Manages expectations Persists when confronted with resistance

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Nomura is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout employment including in the recruitment, training and development of employees (including promotion, transfers, assignments and beliefs). We prohibit discrimination in the workplace whether on grounds of gender, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy, career’s responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national or ethnic origins, religious belief, disability or age. Our objective is to attract job applications and applications for development from the best possible candidates and to retain the best people.