Senior Associate or Vice President, Real Estate and ABS Solutions

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Job Title: Senior Associate or Vice President, Real Estate and ABS SolutionsJob Code: 10415Country: GBCity: LondonSkill Category: Global MarketsDescription:Company overviewNomura 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.comJob Title: Real Estate and ABS SolutionsCorporate Title: Senior Associate or Vice PresidentDepartment: Global Markets DivisionLocation: London, UKDepartment OverviewNomura'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.Desk Overview:The desk’s broad mandate and expertise allows it to position its risk taking and activities where it identifies the highest relative value propositions with a focus on identifying market opportunities which require novel and creative solutions that do not fall within the standard boxes serviced by more industrialised competitors. Since its establishment, the desk has in particular developed a cutting edge franchise around financing the acquisition of performing / non-performing loans portfolios (granular / non-granular), and along with financing non-bank lending platforms originating RE-backed loans with consumers / SMEs. The financing solutions offered by the desk cut across the capital structure, with an ability to structure both senior and/or junior / subordinated structures when opportunities arise. The desk underwrites risk for the bank’s balance sheet and for distribution and has transacted in various jurisdictions and clients across Europe.Key Role ActivitiesUnderwrite, structure and execute structured financings of specialty finance RE platforms and portfolio of RE backed loansResearch asset classes and markets relevant to potential or existing transactions to form trading views and inform transaction underwriting, structuring and risk managementCoordinate transaction due diligence and execution work streams with third party advisers and legal counselsModel transactions throughout their lifecycles (origination, underwriting and post-closing)Work in partnership with our client coverage teams to identify and assess opportunities and contribute to transaction idea generationPrepare internal transaction approval memos and collaborate with credit risk and other control functions throughout transaction lifecycleRole RequirementsAt least 4-5 years of structured finance underwriting experience in an investment bank or a buy-side outfit.Strong understanding of real estate / mortgage backed loans essential; relevant experience in warehouse / portfolio / NPL financing desirableCandidate should be able to demonstrate experience in RE-backed credit structuring, and comfort with loans documentationStrong quantitative and technical abilities including financial modelling and excellent attention to detail.Proven project management, analytical and credit skillsNomura competenciesCulture & ConductContributes to desired cultureAware of different values / stylesMaintains own and holds others to high standards of behaviourSeeks to developAware of impact of own strengths / weaknessesLearns from experienceClient-Centricity & Business AcumenDemonstrates understanding of current marketAnticipates client needsPays attention to detail, synthesizes accuratelySees problems, recommends solutionsStrategy & InnovationArticulates own contributions to divisional and firm-wide strategyEmbraces and balances new / differing ways of thinking / workingMakes decisions appropriate to their role, knows when and how to escalateKnows when / how to compromiseResponds positively to changing needs and circumstancesIs able to change direction quicklyLeadership & CollaborationProactively participates in own and others' performance yearAssists in recruiting and on boarding new team membersGives credit to others for positive contributionsBuilds collaborative and productive working relationshipsProvides on-the-job training to colleaguesProvides and listens to constructive, timely and specific feedback to resolve conflictCommunication & ConnectivityAdjusts communication style to suit topic / audienceBalances listening / talkingCommunicates ideas and issues clearly and with considerationQuestions to understand others’ viewsIs a proven and credible resourceBuilds internal networkWillingly works with others to share informationExecution & DeliveryMaintains positive commitment to resultsTakes on challenging assignmentsExecutes priority actions on-timeKeeps stakeholders updated, manages expectationsPersists when confronted with resistanceSeeks, listens to and accepts feedbackRight to WorkThe UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role.Diversity & InclusionNomura 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr