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Business & Data Governance Associate - Data Science & AI

Nomura Holdings, Inc.
City of London
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Job Title: Business & Data Governance Associate - Data Science & AI

Job Code: 11363


Country: GB


City: London


Skill Category: Group Data Office


Description

Job Title : Business & Data Governance Associate - Data Science & AI


Corporate Title : Associate


Department : Chief Data Office


Location : London (Hybrid)


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, visitwww.nomura.com


Department overview:


The Chief Data Office is a second line of defence function that plays a key role in defining and implementing the firm\'s data, cloud and AI strategy, driving change through these capabilities, enforcing data, cloud and AI governance for the firm, and elevating Nomura\'s data culture. Governance remains a critical focus area, and the Chief Data Office, in partnership with Business and Corporate functions, is responsible for ensuring that the firm\'s data assets are managed in line with the firm\'s data management framework, policy and standards.


Role description:



  • This role covers a wide breadth of activities involving - interaction with senior stakeholders, understanding process pain points, ideating and developing hypotheses.
  • The person will also be required to dive-deep into data, test hypotheses, perform quick hands-on analyses and build solutions prototypes (pertaining to Risk & Controls domain).
  • We are looking for an individual with an understanding of operational risks emanating from interconnected risks of AI systems, data management, and cloud infrastructure.

The specifics of the role involves:



  • Lead the development of advanced analytics solutions for AI based automation of BAU processes for Data, Cloud & AI governance that are core to second line of defence responsibilities.
  • Develop testing methodologies to evaluate AI systems for bias, fairness, explainability, and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct impact assessments for new AI/ML implementations within the firm.
  • Develop comprehensive risk metrics that span AI, data, and cloud operations.
  • Develop and execute testing methodologies to evaluate controls across all three domains (AI, Data, Cloud)

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:

  • Bachelor\'s or Master’s degree in STEM (or any other quantitative field) is preferable but not required given relevant skillsets and experience.
  • Several years of previous experience in data science/business analytics roles, with preferably an exposure to Financial Services.
  • Exposure to consulting environment preferred. We are looking for agility to cross-connect ideas & best practices from one domain to another.
  • Experience with risk management & AI governance frameworks in financial services preferred.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis and model development.
  • Intermediate understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modelling, Gen AI solution architecture.
  • Familiarity with AWS and Snowflake environments is highly desired.
  • The role focuses on hands-on data analysis of structured & unstructured data & not necessarily model building.

Analytical skills:

  • Strong aptitude to grasp patterns in the data and perform hands-on analysis to test hypotheses (in the context of Risk & Controls domain).
  • Excellent listening and verbal communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Strong storytelling skills desirable.
  • Ability to learn quickly is highly valued.
  • Aptitude to continually learn and update one\u2019s knowledge base on the latest developments in AI technology & corresponding governance frameworks.

Nomura competencies

  • Explore Insights & Vision
    Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.


  • Making Strategic Decisions
    Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations.


  • Inspire Entrepreneurship in People
    Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity.


  • Elevate Organizational Capability
    Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing.


  • Inclusion
    Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.


Diversity Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender 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.


Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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