Vice President, Business Manager (Equities)

Job Title: Business Manager 

Corporate Title: Vice President

Department: Equities

Location: Philadelphia

 

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $170,000 and $200,000 per year* (see below footnote for additional compensation and benefits information).

 

Company Overview

Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network. By connecting markets East & West, we service the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through our four business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking) and Banking.

 

Driven by the insights of some 28,000 people worldwide, we put our clients at the center of everything we do, delivering unparalleled access to, from, and within Asia. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

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Role Description:

We're seeking a strategic Vice President, Business Manager to serve as a trusted partner to the Head of Business Enablement and senior investment leadership. This high-impact role sits at the nexus of strategy, operations, and finance - driving business performance, operational excellence, and strategic growth initiatives across our equities platform.

 

As a key member of the business management team, you'll combine financial acumen, strategic thinking, and operational expertise to optimize team economics, enhance decision-making, and accelerate critical initiatives. This role offers exceptional visibility across the organization and direct partnership with investment leaders shaping our business trajectory.

 

In this dynamic role, you will:

 

Financial Strategy & Business Economics (~50% of role)

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for the equities business, providing actionable insights that inform strategic resource allocation
• Conduct comprehensive fee analysis, competitive benchmarking, and support fee negotiations to enhance profitability and competitiveness
• Develop proformas and scenario analysis for new products, strategies, and business initiatives—translating complex data into clear investment cases
• Create and track KPIs and performance metrics that provide early warning signals and identify growth opportunities
• Collaborate with corporate finance on expense management, cost allocation, and financial reporting

Strategic Initiatives & Business Planning (~20% of role)

• Partner with the Head of Business Management and investment leadership to translate strategic vision into executable plans with clear milestones and accountability
• Drive cross-functional initiatives spanning product launches, operational improvements, technology implementations, and organizational changes
• Evaluate market trends, competitive positioning, and business performance to inform strategic decision-making and business planning
• Analyze expansion opportunities, new product development, and strategic partnerships - building business cases and implementation roadmaps

 

Operational Excellence & Process Optimization (~20% of role)

• Diagnose operational bottlenecks and process gaps; design and implement scalable solutions that enhance productivity
• Streamline cross-functional processes, establish clear governance frameworks, and enhance communication protocols
• Lead initiatives from concept through execution, coordinating across investment teams, operations, technology, legal, compliance, risk, and finance
• Identify dependencies, anticipate challenges, and develop contingency plans to ensure successful project delivery

 

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management (~10% of role)

• Function as a trusted bridge between investment teams and corporate functions, facilitating alignment and collaboration
• Prepare compelling, data-driven presentations for senior management, investment committees, and other constituents
• Translate intricate financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights and executive-ready messaging
• Cultivate strong partnerships across all organizational levels, from analysts to senior management

 

 

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required: