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Updated 22 Mar 2024

Nomura Structured Finance Services Investment Banking Analyst Interview Experiences

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Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Divided in groups of 5-6 and given a topic related to India vs China. The GD was okay

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Cv based questions
  • Q2. Why nomura, questions about US market crash

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Group Discussion
Tips: Attend Mock GDs if you're not so confident of speaking in public.

Round: Other Interview
Experience: This interview was mostly based on resume based questions.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: There were actually 2 HR rounds, where they were trying to judge how well the candidate would fir in their company.

General Tips: Don't cave into peer pressure. Do what you really want, even if it's not the most sought after.
Skills: Puzzle solving
College Name: IIT KANPUR

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Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. I was asked some questions like Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Why Finance
  • Ans. 

    Finance is the backbone of any business and I am passionate about analyzing financial data to make informed decisions.

    • I enjoy working with numbers and analyzing financial data

    • Finance is the backbone of any business and I want to be a part of it

    • I am interested in making informed decisions based on financial analysis

    • I have a strong understanding of financial concepts and enjoy applying them in real-world scenarios

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How am I better than others
  • Ans. 

    I have a unique combination of analytical skills, industry knowledge, and work experience that sets me apart from others.

    • I have a strong background in finance and accounting

    • I have experience working in various industries, including healthcare and technology

    • I am skilled in financial modeling and data analysis

    • I have a track record of delivering accurate and timely financial reports

    • I am a quick learner and can adapt to ne...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Greatest things that I have done in life
  • Ans. 

    I have achieved several milestones in my life, including completing my education and securing a job as a financial analyst.

    • Completed my education with excellent grades

    • Secured a job as a financial analyst in a reputed firm

    • Successfully managed a portfolio of high net worth clients

    • Developed and implemented investment strategies that generated significant returns

    • Volunteered for various social causes and contributed to the ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Some company specific questions like what does American Express do and what new is going on in the company
  • Q6. I was asked certain questions related to my work in my previous company
  • Q7. Was asked to critically analyze one of my decisions in college
  • Q8. They told me that finance job is hectic- heavy work load- I wont get time for extra activities, will I be able to live with that
  • Q9. A question on Credit Risk Analysis:- How would you analyse credit worthiness of a customer?
  • Q10. How would you analyse his internet surfing history to plan what type of card should be given to him? Suggest some promotions that can be offered to customer
  • Ans. 

    Analysing internet surfing history to plan card type and promotions for customer.

    • Analyse the customer's search history for keywords related to shopping, travel, dining, etc.

    • Identify the customer's spending patterns and preferences based on their browsing history.

    • Offer promotions and discounts on products or services that the customer has shown interest in.

    • Suggest a credit card with rewards and benefits that align with ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Puzzles- A deck of cards (52 cards) with 4 aces. How many cards do you need to flip on an average to get the first ace?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: I had mathematics background and had prepared HR questions which were asked. Second interview was stress interview. I didn’t loose my calm there.

General Tips: Prepare your HR answers well, as they drive the course of interview.
Skills: Economics, Banking
College Name: NA

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic of Accounts

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was quite simple but must have basic knowledge of Accounts.

College Name: G Pulla Reddy College Of Engineering & Technology

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Directly she asked me about my working experiance... that tym iam apply as a fresher..but the vacancy is for the experience one's... than i was shared my training experiance but they want working experienc...

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: My resume shortlisted bcoz of my brothers refrence

College Name: Agra university

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before May 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. ANY incidence where you have taken an ethical decision
  • Q2. Why are you choosing this role or department
  • Q3. Any instances of you have faced failure & how did you overcome it.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Most important thing is to be confident & give honest answers about situations you have faced while your college. Eye contact is a must.Just keep a thought that you are the best & speak in a way to gain trust from the interviewer and always keep a decent smile

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Whether I was involved in any major project during my Articleship
  • Ans. 

    During my Articleship, I was involved in several major projects that enhanced my analytical and financial skills significantly.

    • Financial Analysis for Mergers: I assisted in analyzing financial statements and projections for a merger between two companies, which involved detailed valuation techniques.

    • Budgeting and Forecasting: I played a key role in preparing annual budgets and forecasts for a client, utilizing historic...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be confident about what you speak in whatever language you speak and show show your curiosity and willingness to learn more and join the company
Are these interview questions helpful?

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. If you want to compare yourself to any things what would be ?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be 15 mins early , be confident even though you don’t know the answer say it confidentiality that you do know and you will try to learn the things.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is derivatives? Long call is bullish or bearish? Options?
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial contracts that derive their value from an underlying asset. Long call is a bullish strategy in options trading.

    • Derivatives are contracts between two parties that derive their value from an underlying asset such as stocks, bonds, commodities, or currencies.

    • Long call is a bullish strategy in options trading where the buyer has the right to buy the underlying asset at a predetermined price (strik...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Trade life cycle

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Knowledge and confidence is the key to successfully complete your interview.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Tell us about your job profile?
  • Q2. What is your 5 year goal
  • Q3. Why CS to work with?
  • Ans. 

    CS is a great company to work with because of its strong reputation, diverse range of services, and commitment to innovation.

    • CS has a strong reputation in the financial industry, which provides a great foundation for career growth.

    • The company offers a diverse range of services, which allows for exposure to different areas of finance.

    • CS is committed to innovation, which creates opportunities to work on cutting-edge proj...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Ask more questions to be clear about the role

Nomura Structured Finance Services Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Nomura Structured Finance Services Investment Banking Analyst interview?
Nomura Structured Finance Services interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Nomura Structured Finance Services interview process are Group Discussion and One-on-one Round.
What are the top questions asked in Nomura Structured Finance Services Investment Banking Analyst interview?

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