Corporate Communications – Vice President

Nomura Overview:

Nomura Services, India is a core center of excellence powering the group's global businesses. With world-class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support, the firm plays a key role in shaping, strengthening, and accelerating Nomura's global operations.

At Nomura, creating an inclusive workplace is a priority. Our approach to inclusion encompasses a variety of initiatives, including sensitization campaigns, implementing conducive policies & programs, providing infrastructure support, and engaging in community events. Over time, we have made meaningful progress in these areas, and this commitment has been well-recognized across the industry. We are proud recipients of the prestigious Top 10 Employers award by the India Workplace Equality Index (IWEI), IWEI Gold Employer of Choice awards, India CSR Leadership Award 2024 for Holistic Village Development Program, and the YUVA Unstoppable Changemaker Awards 2021.

Divisional Overview:

Corporate Communications forms a strategic division overseeing the overall communication strategy of the firm. Its main objectives are:

• Build a strong reputation for the brand via internal and external messaging
• Tailor communication strategies to support and promote the business and the firm
• Ensure employee alignment with organizational goals through clear, proactive and effective communication

What We Offer:

• We support employee wellbeing by ensuring a sense of purpose and belonging.
• We offer a comprehensive range of wellbeing services which allows employees to get access to the assistance they need at any point in their wellbeing journey.
• Our bespoke benefits support employees and their family’s holistic wellbeing and are inclusive of diverse identities and family structures.

Position Specifications:

Corporate Title: VP

Functional Title: VP

Experience: 12+ years

Qualification: MBA

Role & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive external communications strategy, encompassing media relations, social media, employer branding and thought leadership
• Create and lead a dynamic social media plan, including ideation for new posts, creation of content, building community engagement and tracking performance
• Manage all aspects of media relations, including proactive media outreach, building strong connect with relevant journalists and media monitoring for story opportunities
• Champion thought leadership for senior management by seeking suitable opportunities for speaker forums through partnerships and connect with external event platforms
• Draft strong and impactful content including messages for Leadership Talks, Articles, presentations, etc.
• Plan and execute impactful campaigns with an objective of promoting Nomura Powai brand internally and in the industry
• Support the Internal Communications and Branding efforts of Nomura Powai
• Collaborate with cross-regional teams and contribute to Global Projects and Campaigns

Mind Set:

Domain

• Minimum 12 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations or a related field
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels

Technical

• Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences, including content for various formats
• Proven experience in developing and executing social media strategies, including content creation and community management

We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout employment including in the recruitment, training and development of employees. We prohibit discrimination in the workplace whether on grounds of gender, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy, carer’s responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national or ethnic origins, religious belief, disability or age.

*Applying for this role does not amount to a job offer or create an obligation on Nomura to provide a job offer. The expression "Nomura" refers to Nomura Services India Private Limited together with its affiliates.

*The benefits are subject to change and will be in accordance with Company’s policies as may be applicable from time to time).