Senior Executive Assistant (12-month FTC)
Corporate Title: Assistant
Department: Investment Banking
Location: London
Company 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
Department Overview
Nomura's Investment Banking division provides an array of advisory and capital‑raising solutions to corporations, financial institutions, governments and public‑sector organizations around the world. Our global teams act as geographic, product and industry specialists, with a focus on domestic, regional and cross‑border collaboration in M&A, DCM, acquisition finance and solutions businesses. Our global sector teams include Energy Infrastructure and Industrials, Consumer & Retail, FIG, Healthcare, Business Services, Media and Technology, and Financial Sponsors.
Role Description
This is a Senior Executive Assistant role for the Investment Banking division. The person must think quickly to prioritise urgent tasks and demonstrate good time management, initiative and resourcefulness in a demanding role. Previous IB experience is highly valued.
Responsibilities
- Provide day‑to‑day administrative and logistical support to an IB Executive committee member
- Manage and coordinate complex calendars, schedule virtual and in‑person meetings, and coordinate calls/meetings across multiple time‑zones
- Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries, logistics, accommodation, ground transportation, FX and related expense management
- Prepare, edit and format presentation materials, pitch books and client documentation (e.g., using PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
- Handle expense processing, invoice processing and reimbursement in line with the firm’s policies
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client or firm information
- Support onboarding activities for new hires and assist with their set‑up/access as well as maintaining team distribution lists
- Liaise effectively with internal departments (Finance, HR, Compliance and IT) to ensure seamless execution of admin tasks
- Provide general office support by covering other assistants’ bankers during absences
- Telephone duties including comprehensive messages and screening calls
- Act as a first point of contact for senior leaders, clients and colleagues, fielding queries and responding to fast‑moving issues as they arise in the workplace
Skills and Experience Required
- Proven experience supporting c‑suite or executive‑level seniority
- Relevant experience within an Investment Banking front‑office environment
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent administration, organisational and prioritisation skills
- Ability to multi‑task effectively and work on own initiative
- Effective team player with well‑developed interpersonal skills
- Good awareness of confidentiality
- Organised and detail‑oriented
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Ability to interact confidently at all levels
Nomura Leadership Behaviours
- 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 options for resolving problems and effectively prioritise 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).
Right to Work
The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming for employment. While we can consider applications from overseas workers outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that the vacancy is genuine for a qualified role.
Diversity & Inclusion
Nomura is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all 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 assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long‑term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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