At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on regulatory matters and manage compliance for derivatives and funding documentation.
- Company: Join Nomura, a global financial services leader with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a focus on diversity and charity initiatives.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in regulatory compliance while working with innovative financial products.
- Qualifications: Qualified Regulatory lawyer with knowledge of EMIR and related regulations.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
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.
The role sits within the Markets Advisory and Documentation Legal Department reporting into the product lead of the Advisory Team. The Advisory Team sits alongside the Masters Documentation Team and the Structured Confirmation Team. As a department, we provide an intellectually stimulating environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth. The department also has a strong charity and diversity focus, with strong encouragement to participate in internal networks or charitable initiatives.
We are seeking a dynamic lawyer to join a team advising on regulatory matters including relating to EMIR, SEC/CFTC, PRA/FCA as they relate to derivatives and funding documentation as well as participate in implementation workstreams. The candidate will have a core knowledge of derivative and funding products and related regulations that apply to them. The candidate will be able to manage regulatory workstreams independently, escalate as appropriate, liaise with internal stakeholders, and will be a strong team player.
- Key Experience
- Qualified Regulatory lawyer
- EMIR clearing and reporting obligations
- Margin requirements (IM/VM)
- CRR netting rules and the netting impact on capital/leverage ratio
- CCP documentation requirements and clearing agreements
- Terms of Business
- MiFid requirements
- Regulatory change implementation across master documentation
- Creating and enhancing internal procedures and framework documents
- Qualities and skills
- Ability to work independently on regulatory matters with strong attention to detail
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Strong analytical and advisory skills
- The ability to manage different priorities
This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of regulatory compliance and derivatives/repo/stock lending documentation, supporting the firm's adherence to evolving regulatory frameworks while maintaining efficient trading operations.
- 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: Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a 'Risk Culture' (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).
The UK Government has 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.
Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome all applications and 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.
Markets Regulatory Lawyer (Vice President) in London employer: Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Nomura is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment in the heart of London. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth, employees are encouraged to engage in charitable initiatives and internal networks that promote diversity and inclusion. The role of Markets Regulatory Lawyer (Vice President) not only provides the opportunity to work at the forefront of regulatory compliance but also supports personal development within a globally integrated financial services group.
