Business Analyst, Equities

Nomura

. Work directly for and in close partnership with the CIO of Equities as a strategic content and analytical/execution partner .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in investment management and risk analytics, with a strong focus on quantitative research and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Proficient in utilizing analytical tools like FactSet and AI-driven methodologies to support strategic initiatives and stakeholder communications.

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Investment Management ExperienceRisk Analytics ExpertiseProficiency In FactSetStrong Statistical SkillsetExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk ModelingAttribution AnalysisFactor AnalysisPythonRSQLData VisualizationStatistical AnalysisScenario AnalysisAI-Driven Analytical Tools

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Verbal CommunicationAbility To Manage Competing PrioritiesDiscretionIndependent Operation

Tools & Technologies

FactSetBloombergStyle AnalyticsBarraPowerPointExcel

Industry Keywords

EquitiesCross-Desk Risk AnalysisFactor-Exposure AnalysisInvestment StrategiesM&A Evaluations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work directly for and in close partnership with the CIO of Equities as a strategic content and analytical/execution partner
Conduct cross-desk risk, factor-exposure, and attribution analysis across regional, cap-size, and specialized equity strategies
Build risk decomposition, scenario, and factor-attribution frameworks using FactSet
Investigate CIO questions using data from various analytical tools
Apply proprietary AI tools to accelerate data synthesis and pattern identification
Prepare strategic presentations for the Executive Committee, Boards, and key clients
Translate complex investment and business topics into clear narratives for senior and external audiences
Draft talking points, briefing packs, and pre-read materials for meetings, offsites, and reviews
Track CIO commitments and cross-functional deliverables through closure
Manage information flow to and from the CIO and escalate issues with recommended paths forward
Support ad hoc strategic initiatives and cross-platform analyses
Provide project support for capability build-outs, M&A/lift-out evaluations, and operating model changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8 years' experience in investment management, quantitative research, or risk analytics, ideally across multi-strategy equity platforms
Proficiency in FactSet required
Working knowledge of Bloomberg expected
Familiarity with Style Analytics and/or Barra a plus, not required
Comfort adopting AI-driven analytical tools
Strong statistical/quantitative skillset in risk modeling, attribution, and factor analysis
Python/R/SQL a plus
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills
Data visualization tools a plus
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, exercise discretion, and operate independently in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting senior stakeholders and cross-functional initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus
Restricted stock units
Discretionary awards
Medical benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
401(k) eligibility
Paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Paid parental leave