Ideal Start Date: Mid July 2026
Who we are
Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through our three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking) and Investment Management.
Driven by the insights of some 26,000 people worldwide, we put our clients at the center of everything we do, delivering unparalleled access to, from and within Asia.
Global Market overview
Nomura's Global Markets business facilitates client transactions for a diverse group of institutions including corporations, governments and investment funds around the globe. In addition, we act as market makers, trading in fixed income and equity securities, currencies, derivatives as well as structured financial products.
Nomura Alternative Investment Management (France) S.A.S ("NAIM") NAIM is an investment management company of the Nomura group. Based in Paris, NAIM is regulated by the AMF and offers expertise in fund structuring, portfolio management and risk management. It aims to develop and manage best-in-class quantitative or structured funds using quantitative and systematic investment strategies (“QIS”) of the Nomura group. NAIM implements investment solutions for investors and managers in different formats:
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Onshore and offshore AIFs (Alternative Investment Funds) for institutions, and
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UCITS funds with an established track record since September 2005
Program overview
Internships are a great opportunity to experience first-hand the possibilities of a career in Finance. It is your chance to get a feel for our culture, create new networks and gain valuable on-the-job training. This is an opportunity to work with NAIM team in Paris for a period of 6 months. Candidates applying to this vacancy must be fluent in English.
Your role
This role sits within the NAIM Fund Structuring, Operations & Services team (FSOPS).
The team combines Fund Structuring and Operations functions.
Operations work closely with the Portfolio Managers, the Risk Managers and all other support functions to enable the business to grow in a controlled environment. Operations includes Middle Office and Reporting responsibilities.
Fund structuring involves funds set-up and managing the project with all the teams involved in an efficient and timely manner.
During your internship, after relevant training your core mission within FSOPS will be to, amongst others:
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Perform portfolio reconciliations, confirm accuracy of trade bookings
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Trade confirmation and settlement with brokers and custodians
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Collateral management for OTC products (FX Forwards, Swaps etc…)
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Daily control and validation of fund NAV
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Establishing active and efficient interaction with Custodians, Fund Administrators and Transfer Agents in order to rapidly solve potential issues arising
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Producing client reporting and marketing materials (Factsheets, Pitch-books, Board packs, DDQs)
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Producing regulatory reporting (EMT/EET, EMIR, PRIIPS KID, UCITS KIID)
You will also have opportunities to be exposed to the Fund Structuring activity depending on projects and specific needs, which may include:
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Supporting Funds’ product management through their lifecycle and governance: creation, modification or liquidation, committees & boards preparation
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Preparing answers to RFPs, due-diligences, client reports, fund Awards participations
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Supporting project management liaising with functions or third-parties including QIS Structuring, Portfolio Management, Legal, Compliance, Fund administrators, Custodians, fund database providers, etc.)
What are we looking for?
At Nomura our goal is to attract and develop exceptionally talented people who share our passion for individual excellence and our commitment to teamwork. We recruit graduates and interns with a high level of academic and extra-curricular achievement, who will be able to withstand the rigors of a rapidly changing, demanding but ultimately rewarding environment.
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Key requirements:
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On course to complete Bachelor’s degree (second year minimum), or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Management at a Tier-1 University or Business School.
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Attention to detail, willingness to work in an International/global environment
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Team oriented, strong organizational skills and ability to work autonomously when required
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French-speaking fluency and English-speaking fluency an absolute requirement
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A first experience in the Banking/Insurance/Asset Management/Finance sector is a plus
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Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, - SQL, Python are a plus
Please contact us if you are visiting our offices and require any form of personal assistance or physical adaptations to be provided for your appointment. A member of staff will be happy to help.
How to apply
Please note that you can only submit one application per recruitment year and that all applications must be submitted online via: www.nomura.com/careers
Please clearly state the dates of your availability for an internship in your application as we recruit on a rolling basis for this vacancy and therefore advise that you apply as soon as possible.
For further information about Nomura, please visit www.nomura.com/careers
Diversity & Inclusion
Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our 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 any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
