Financial Crime Advisory- Associate

Job Description

Job title: Financial Crime Advisory Associate Corporate Title: Associate Department: Compliance - Financial Crime Location: One Angel Lane Company overviewNomura is an Asia-based financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three businessdivisions: Retail, Asset 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 furtherinformation about Nomura, visit www.nomura.comDepartment overview:Within the Compliance Department, the Financial Crime Team exists to ensure that there are systems and controls in place to mitigate the risk that Nomura may be used in the process of committing financial crimes. We support wholesale divisions comprisedof two core business, Global Markets and Investment Banking.Role Description

• Providing advice on money laundering risks and KYC requirements to the Front Office, Operations and Control functions;
• Support the Financial Crime Advisory team in its wider responsibilities including Client Risk Assessment, Enhanced Due Diligence and Anti-Bribery and Corruption.
• Support the development, implementation and oversight of the Financial Crime strategy and controls within EMEA with particular focus on anti-money laundering and anti-bribery and corruption;
• Identify and propose improvements to current Financial Crime policies, processes and procedures to ensure compliance;
• Support and contribute as an SME into all types of Financial Crime training across the firm and generally raise Financial Crime awareness throughout the firm;
• Provide submissions and updates to monthly Financial Crime governance committees and MI reporting;

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:Essential

• Financial Crime/AML experience preferably within an investment banking/capital markets environment;
• Technical knowledge of Financial Crime Legal and regulatory obligations and industry best practice including Enhanced Due Diligence processes;
• Understanding of the UK regulatory regime
• Ability to work on own initiative and apply objective judgement;
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and communications skills;
• Strong time management, organisational, planning and follow-up skills; ability to multi-task and deliver change effectively;

Desirable

• A professional Financial Crime qualification from an internationally recognised body (e.g. ICA, ACAMS)
• Educated to degree level

Nomura competenciesTrusted Partner

• Understand clients needs and issues, and respond with high-quality proposals
• Acquire capabilities to perform ones responsibilities and contribute to being a Trusted Partner

Entrepreneurial leadership

• Produce new ideas that might challenge the status-quo or oneself

Teamwork Collaboration

• Seek advice from senior colleagues and utilize it for improved results
• Collaborate with members from relevant departments

Influence

• Contribute to the success of the organization both quantitatively and qualitatively, and act with awareness of the impact on others
• Serve as role model and provide guidance to junior employees

Integrity

• Have a good understanding of corporate philosophy, professional ethics, compliance, risk management, and code of conduct, and make decisions and take actions accordingly

Right to WorkThe UK Government have 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 requirea Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified roleDiversity & Inclusion 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 discriminateon 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.