ABS Structuring Associate at Nomura Holdings, inc.

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structuring, Analytics, Cash Flow Modeling, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Client Interaction, Rating Agency Interface, Financial Asset Management, Presentation Preparation, Training, Securitization, Market Dynamics, Analytical Methodologies

Industry

Financial Services

Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob title: ABS Structurer in the Securitization GroupCorporate Title: Associate or VPDepartment: Global Markets Securitized ProductsLocation: New YorkCompany overviewNomura 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. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com.Job Description:We are looking for a Structurer to join Nomura’s Asset Backed Securitization Banking Team that is part of Global Markets Securitized Products and Private Credit. The responsibilities will include structuring and related analytics for new issue securitizations as well as certain warehouse lending activities. The Banking Team provides financing solutions for specialty finance companies and investment funds that originate or acquire financial assets or equipment and finance those assets through direct borrowing and securitization in the capital markets.The scope of the team’s mandate includes ABS securitization focusing on the Equipment Leasing, Transportation, and Esoteric ABS sectors. Nomura’s Securitized Products and Private Credit business has a leading market presence and works closely with our Securitized Products sales and trading teams.The Associate/VP will be an integral part of the Banking Team and will support the team in the new issue securitization process with structuring analytics including working with the deal team, clients, investors, rating agencies, accountants, transaction attorneys, Nomura’s syndicate desk and sales and trading teams. The structuring team has dedicated and experienced professionals who will provide training for the required process and tools including Intex Dealmaker.Role and Responsibilities: As a dedicated structurer and member of the Banking Team, to assist with pitching and winning securitization mandates from clients and to execute those mandates through the sale of new-issue securitization bonds in the capital markets Structuring activities include• running data and cash flow analytics on pools of financial assets in order to determine optimal capital structures given rating agency, market-based and tax/legal requirements• coordinating with the deal team and the syndicate team on structures to be presented to issuers and investors• reading transaction documents to ensure that the cash flow analytics are consistent with the legal framework• tying out with accountants on cash flows and results to be included in offering materials• creating Intex models for issuers and investors to be able to run cash flow analytics Assist in the preparation of presentation materials which incorporate structuring analytics2Desired Candidate Profile: Ability to structure and model ABS transactions across a variety of traditional and non-traditional asset classes inclusive of transportation, specialty equipment, digital infrastructure, and consumer products. Experience building cash flow models from scratch in Excel or using Intex DealMaker and the capacity to utilize models to understand and test deal structures. Prior experience working with the major rating agencies, understanding rating agency methodology, and the ability to interface with rating agencies to get transactions rated. Ability and experience training and managing analysts in analytical methodologies, ranging from data tape scrubbing to stratification reporting. Organized individual who is able to manage work steams across multiple transactions and deal teams and thrive in a fast-moving environment with tight timelines Extremely detail oriented and precision minded Strong analytical skills and enjoys working with numbers, including the ability to develop cash flow models and perform data analysis Strong communications skills (verbal and written) – ability to interact confidently with the team, clients, investors, rating agencies, attorneys and accountants Interest in the wider Capital Markets and Investment Banking industry including key trends and market dynamics

Responsibilities

The Associate/VP will assist with pitching and winning securitization mandates from clients and executing those mandates through the sale of new-issue securitization bonds. Responsibilities include running data and cash flow analytics, coordinating with deal teams, and preparing presentation materials.