Associate, Stress Testing Analyst

Nomura

Stress Testing Analyst analyzing BAU stress results and supporting regulatory submissions at Nomura. Collaborating with Risk and IT to enhance stress testing methodologies and tools in Singapore.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeSingapore • 🇸🇬 SingaporeJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management through advanced analytical skills, scenario analysis, and stress testing methodologies. Proficient in Python and VBA for process automation and data analysis, with a strong understanding of financial markets.

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Risk Management ExperiencePython ScriptingVBA AutomationAnalytical SkillsStress Testing Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisScenario AnalysisStress TestingFinancial ModelingQuantitative Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Work Under PressureAutonomous Work StyleRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Tactical ToolsStress Testing SystemsData Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Investment BankingCapital PlanningRegulatory SubmissionsFinancial MarketsRisk Methodology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate and analyze BAU stress results across a range of stress metrics, dissecting headline numbers into their principal components and identifying top and emerging risks
Present stress results to stakeholders and committees, and support global and regional capital planning and regulatory submissions
Perform scenario analysis to assess risk events that could materially impact the firm
Design and implement improvements to streamline the stress testing process and strengthen the operating model, delivering effective risk management information to senior management
Develop tactical tools and prototypes for scenario calibration and results analysis and use these to help define STG procedures and strategic IT requirements
Partner with Risk Methodology to enhance stress testing methodologies, and work with IT to deliver enhancements to the strategic Stress Testing systems
Work cross-functionally with Risk, IT and Finance to implement the strategic operating model
Build relationships within STG and across Risk Management, Risk IT and other departments to ensure timely, consistent delivery
Respond to ad-hoc requests on stress testing process, data and results from various stakeholders, and dissect overall numbers into their principal components when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or quantitative field
Minimum 3 years of experience working in an investment bank in a risk management function
Minimum 3 years’ experience scripting in Python and VBA to automate processes, analyze data, or build tactical solutions
Strong analytical skills to dissect complex data and communicate insights
Ability to work autonomously, escalate issues, and manage deadlines under pressure
Active interest in financial markets and their behavior under stress
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions in fast-moving markets
Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Medical and dental benefits
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements