Nomura Mumbai , IN 46615
Posted 1 month ago
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
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.
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
Associate
Experience
4-7 Years
Qualification
LLB / LLM
Requisition Id
7710
Role & Responsibilities - Transactions Legal:
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating financial/derivative contracts and related documents of various jurisdictions including India, Asia, Japan, EMEA and US including prime brokerage agreement, master agreements (ISDA, GMRA, etc.), trade documents for debt/notes issuances, trade confirmations.
Handling multiple negotiations simultaneously as well as responding to queries received in relation to agreements/ other legal matters.
Liaising with various relevant business stakeholders and corporate divisions for their approval on risks / deviations.
Being able to identify and highlight risks and liaising with and instructing law firms.
Providing commercially savvy legal advice on a variety of matters basis the in-depth research and study of the applicable law provisions.
Being abreast with the changing laws and regulations.
Advising on the queries received from the business and legal teams related to agreements.
Liaising with stakeholders, regional lawyers and business partners in various locations of the firm.
Qualification:
Mandatory
Desired
Domain/ Technical
[Legal]
Qualified Law graduate with at least LLB degree.
4-7 years of demonstrated experience in contracts drafting and negotiations.
Excellent communication, drafting, negotiating skills, with a good understanding of financial/derivative contracts and related documents.
Excellent analytical and legal skills, an eye for detail.
Good team player.
Knowledge and understanding of various Indian laws.
Interpersonal
Maturity in dealing with senior stakeholders.
Well organized in data and record management.
Excellent analytical, skills and detail oriented.
Excellent command over the English language and first-rate written and oral communication & presentation skills.
Resourcefulness, solution oriented and good team player.
Ability to manage multiple tasks as well as prioritize time management.
Ability to identify issues and knowing when to escalate.
Self-starter, with a sense of ownership towards the work and the company.
Critical thinking, Conflict Management
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.
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