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About the Role

The Credit Risk Management (CRM) division protects the Firm by analyzing counterparty creditworthiness, assigning internal credit ratings, and managing credit risk limits. The Hedge Funds (HF) and Private Equity (PE) credit team specifically manages credit risk for a diverse client set, working closely with various internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team within the Hedge Funds and Private Equity Funds Credit Risk team in New York, providing day-to-day oversight and guidance.
Review and approve credit memos, ratings, and limits; assess creditworthiness of hedge funds and private equity funds.
Conduct due diligence visits and calls with HF and PE clients to produce high-quality credit assessments.
Collaborate with Front Office Risk and other risk functions to understand stress loss scenarios and perform ongoing monitoring.
Review and approve trading activity, margin requirements, and structural enhancements to transactions.
Define credit terms and covenants for legal documentation and negotiate legal documentation.
Maintain close communication with HF and PE team leads globally and monitor international risk developments.
Establish and maintain constructive relationships with Front Office, Market Risk, Legal, Operations, Compliance, and Finance.
Support enhancement of specialized data analytics and portfolio monitoring tools.
Lead or participate in firmwide projects such as credit policy development, system implementations, and regulatory initiatives.

Requirements

12+ years of relevant experience in managing credit risk to Hedge Funds and/or Private Equity Funds at a major financial institution.
Proven team management experience including application of delegated approval authority.
Deep understanding of alternative investment strategies.
Well-versed in leading client due diligence meetings.
Experience in both hedge funds and private equity transactions/structures strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of all major derivative instruments and Prime Brokerage products/services with full understanding of their respective risk characteristics.
Thorough understanding of master trading documentation (ISDA, CSA, GMRA, F&O, Prime Brokerage agreements).
Strong quantitative skills with ability to interpret complex risk metrics for informed credit decision-making.
Comprehensive understanding of portfolio trade risks and credit risk frameworks.
Proven ability to lead, develop and mentor analysts in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Ability to prioritize and complete tasks according to project needs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage effectively with Sales teams, Front Office, and external clients at all levels.
Strong negotiation and consensus-building abilities.
Experience working closely with various business partners such as sales/trading, market risk, legal, operations and client integration.
Demonstrated business and project management acumen with executive presence.

Skills

Credit Risk Management
Hedge Funds
Private Equity
Derivative Instruments
Prime Brokerage Products/Services
ISDA/CSA
GMRA
F&O
Prime Brokerage Agreements
Quantitative Skills
Portfolio Trade Risks
Credit Risk Frameworks
Team Management
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills
Negotiation
Consensus-Building
Business Acumen
Project Management

Location

New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Executive Director
12+ years of relevant experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field required; advanced degree

Salary/Compensations

base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired in the U.S., employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors”.

Benefits

Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
401(k) eligibility
Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Sign-on bonus
Restricted stock units
Discretionary awards

About the Company

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions.
By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management.
Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership.
Aon’s Benefit Index®, Nomura’s benefits rank #1 amongst our competitors.

Equal Opportunity

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer