Associate - Business Strategy and Management (Singapore) - Group Data Office

Nomura 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.

Function / Department Overview

The Chief Data Office (CDO) is the group central data and analytics arm that works closely with the Businesses and Corporate functions to enable the execution of Nomura group strategy through robust data standards & governance, actionable performance metrics & MIS, and high impact information and analytics products and solution.

Job Purpose

As a Business Strategy and Management (Associate) in the Chief Data Office, you will play a critical role in supporting the development, implementation, management, and communication of the Chief Data Office strategy. Reporting to the COO for Chief Data Office and supporting the Chief Data Officer directly, this role provides learning opportunities for a self-starter and strategic thinker to participate in defining the strategic agenda and managing the execution of a global function.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitate the annual strategic planning and budgeting, ensuring that the Group's objectives are clearly defined and aligned with the overall business plan and financial targets.
• Tracking CDO’s progress against plan, targets or industry trends and facilitate the management team to readjust course.
• Develop and maintain presentations, reports or other media to communicate our strategy, thought-leadership, achievements, proposals, and progress to senior stakeholder and governance committees.
• Plan and drive strategic initiatives to transform the way the CDO and the wider Nomura Group operate, including but not limited to:

o People: design and implement competency initiatives to ensure skill / capability availability to deliver CDO objectives

o Process: Analyze business processes and identify areas for improvement, proposing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

o Operating model: define and implement operating model changes to ensure efficient delivery of the book of work.

o Technology: identify technology related challenges and opportunities for innovation through the use of data analytics and AI

• Conduct analysis to support strategy and decision making; support data and AI development initiatives
• Develop and present findings, and recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in data and AI
• Develop and execute an internal communication strategy to drive engagement and change, tying together multiple communication touchpoints (e.g., committees, announcements, newsletter, townhalls, intranet site, knowledge base, etc.)
• Provide executive support and act as a sounding board/advisor to the Chief Data Officer on key activities and issues.
• Lead business management activities including managing vendors, human resources, governance, rewards and recognition programs, culture and training development etc.

Qualification & Core Skills requirement

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree or equivalent education
• Self-starter with 4+ years of experience from either consulting background or inhouse business management / strategy team
• Excellent MS Powerpoint MS Excel skills
• Good understanding of the Financial Services Industry and the role of data
• Understanding of technical disciplines including data, analytics and AI
• Familiarity with data and AI concepts such as data management, data governance, AI risks etc.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Experience in developing and implementing business plans and managing projects from start to finish
• Experience with project management with ability to handle ambiguity and rally for change.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality results in a timely manner.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Experience in handling ambiguity and uncertainty, with the ability to navigate complex situations and make informed decisions.
• Passion for learning and growing in the field of data and AI
• Multimedia skills are desirable

Diversity Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation.

DISCLAIMER: This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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