US Economic Research Analyst

Corporate Title: Analyst

Department:  Global Markets

Location:  New York

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $110,000/year*

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

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Department Overview

The US Economic Research team produces thoughtful and timely analysis on various aspects of the U.S. Economy. The team monitors domestic economic and political developments, providing key insights and a dynamic U.S. economic outlook generated by detailed underlying forecasts, with a particular focus on Fed policy. Nomura’s trading desk relies heavily on the U.S. Economic Research team's macro view. The team communicates its views primarily through periodic research reports and frequent client meetings.

Job Duties

The US Economic Research Analyst will focus primarily on analyzing macroeconomic data – with implications for growth, inflation and the labor market – forecasting, and following Federal Reserve and government policy. In this role, you are responsible for modeling/analysis, conducting research, contributing to research reports, and servicing institutional clients. Key tasks include:

• Providing rapid analysis of data releases for key economic indicators with thoughtful and concise written comments
• Developing and maintaining forecasting models (time series, panel and larger macro)
• Monitoring and analyzing real-time comments from Federal Reserve officials and their market implications
• Supporting internal stakeholders (traders and sales) with data requests and commentary
• Assisting with and participating in client meetings
• Specializing and developing expertise in a specific sector of the U.S. economy
• Assisting with publishing reports and updating key charts/tables

 Skills, Experience, Qualifications and Knowledge Required

• 0 – 2 years of industry experience

• Strong quantitative skillset, including a background in economics, mathematics, statistics or data science with some programming ability

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong understanding of economic principles

• Familiarity with some combination of Stata, Eviews, Python, R, or similar

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• High level of intellectual curiosity

• Significant attention to detail

• Ability to be on-site in the NYC office 5 days per week

*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.

If hired, 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”.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer