Global Head of Finance Transformation and Japan Transformation Lead
Executive Director
- 職務内容 Job Description
- Company Overview：
Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East and West, Nomura serves 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, visit https://www.nomura.com/
Department Overview：
International Change, within the Chief Transformation Office (CTO), drives strategic transformation across Nomura's Wholesale Business and Corporate Functions.
We deliver enterprise wide initiatives that shape the firm's future through:
・Excellence in project execution and investment governance
・Deep partnership with business, technology, and corporate stakeholders
・Seamless collaboration between International and Japan
Our delivery approach combines deep domain expertise, strong execution capabilities, and practical transformation experience to translate strategic vision into measurable outcomes. Through disciplined investment management, governance, and change leadership, we accelerate Nomura's transformation agenda and create sustainable value across the firm.
Role Purpose：
The Global Head of Finance Transformation and Tokyo Transformation Lead is responsible for driving the strategic transformation agenda across Nomura's global Finance function.
The role is accountable for the Finance change portfolio, ensuring effective delivery of Finance sponsored investments, strengthening organisational capability, modernising Finance operating models, and driving measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior Finance leadership globally to translate strategic priorities into executable roadmaps and tangible results.
Working in partnership with the Head of Transformation Strategy, the role will help shape the future direction of the Finance function, ensuring transformation investments are aligned to long term business objectives, regulatory requirements, operational efficiency goals, and emerging technology opportunities.
In parallel, the role serves as the most senior International Change leader based in Tokyo, acting as a key representative of the Head of International Change and strengthening connectivity between Japan and International transformation agendas.
Role Overview:
This highly visible Executive Director level role leads the global Finance Transformation function within International Change.
The role operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering with Finance Management, Technology, Corporate Functions, and the broader Chief Transformation Office to drive transformational change across the Finance organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the portfolio of Finance transformation investments, overseeing mission critical programmes, driving business case development and benefits realisation, and ensuring robust governance of Finance sponsored initiatives.
The role will work in close partnership with the Head of Transformation Strategy to align strategic priorities, develop transformation roadmaps, shape future operating models, and ensure Finance investments are targeted at the highest value opportunities.
As the senior International Change representative in Tokyo, the individual will play a critical leadership role in strengthening alignment between Japan and International transformation priorities. The role requires extensive engagement with senior executives across Finance, Corporate Functions, Technology, and the CTO organization to drive collaboration, accelerate decision making, and support the firm's broader transformation objectives.
The successful candidate will lead a global team of programme and project managers and will be expected to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, risk excellence, and delivery discipline.
Responsibilities：
In addition to leading the global Finance Transformation function, the role serves as a key Tokyo based leadership position within International Change with responsibility for:
・Acting as the senior representative of the Head of International Change in Japan
・Building and maintaining trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Finance, Technology, Corporate Functions, and Executive Management
・Strengthening alignment between Japan and International transformation priorities
・Supporting other International Change function heads in managing Tokyo based resources and delivery teams
・Serving as the primary engagement point for the CTO Head Office organisation
・Coordinating activity across domestic and international transformation initiatives
・Helping resolve cross regional delivery challenges and stakeholder issues
・Promoting best practice, consistent governance standards, and strong collaboration across regions
・Supporting talent development and leadership capability across the Tokyo based International Change population
・Acting as an ambassador for International Change across the Japan franchise
Key Objectives Critical to Success:
■Finance Transformation Leadership
・Lead the delivery of mission critical and other Finance transformation initiatives globally, as well as Finance components of Business / Firm wide initiatives
・Define and execute a multi year Finance transformation roadmap aligned to business strategy
・Translate strategic objectives into executable programmes and measurable business outcomes
・Act as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership on transformation priorities, organisational effectiveness, operating model evolution, and strategic investment decisions
・Drive efficiency, productivity, and simplification across the Finance organisation
・Influence the long term direction of the Finance function by combining Finance domain expertise with transformation leadership
■Portfolio Management and Governance
・Manage and optimise the global Finance change portfolio of investments and initiatives
・Chair the Finance Investment Spend Committee and ensure effective investment governance
・Drive business case development, investment prioritisation, and benefits realisation
・Ensure Finance transformation investments deliver measurable business, operational, financial, and regulatory outcomes
・Define and maintain KPIs and OKRs that measure delivery performance and value creation
・Support relevant Investment Governance forums and standards
■Strategy and Transformation Partnership
・Partner closely with the Head of Transformation Strategy to translate Finance strategic priorities into a coherent transformation roadmap
・Support Finance leadership in defining future operating models, organisational capabilities, and strategic investment priorities
・Challenge and influence strategic thinking regarding transformation priorities and emerging opportunities
・Identify opportunities to modernise processes, simplify operating models, and improve organisational effectiveness
・Ensure strong alignment between Finance initiatives, business strategy, and regulatory requirements
■Technology, Data and AI
・Champion the adoption of AI, automation, data, and advanced analytics capabilities across Finance
・Leverage technology to improve productivity, efficiency, insight generation, and decision making
・Promote data driven management approaches and performance measurement
・Support modernisation of Finance processes, systems, and operating models
・Drive innovation while maintaining appropriate governance and controls
■Stakeholder and People Leadership
・Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Finance leadership globally
・Partner effectively with Technology, Risk, Operations, and Business leadership
・Lead and develop a high performing global Finance Transformation organisation
・Build leadership capability, succession pipelines, and talent development plans
・Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement
・Enable effective matrix management across regional and functional teams
■Tokyo Leadership
・Serve as the senior International Change leader in Tokyo
・Strengthen executive relationships across the Japan franchise
・Provide local leadership support and escalation management for major transformation initiatives
・Support collaboration between Japan and International stakeholders
・Drive consistency of execution standards and governance practices across regions
・Represent the broader International Change agenda with senior stakeholders in Japan
- 登録資格 Requirements
- Requirements：
＜Mandatory＞
■Language Capability
・Fluent Japanese and English language skills, both written and spoken
・Ability to operate effectively in a bilingual and multicultural environment
■Finance Domain Expertise
・Extensive experience within the Finance function of a major financial services institution
・Strong understanding of Finance operating models, management processes, and organisational structures
・Deep understanding of Finance control, governance, and reporting environments
■Transformation Leadership
・Proven track record leading large scale Finance transformation programmes
・Experience developing and executing transformation roadmaps
・Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into practical delivery plans and measurable outcomes
■Strategic Leadership
・Experience shaping target operating models and organisational transformation initiatives
・Strong business case development and investment prioritisation experience
・Ability to advise senior executives on strategic transformation decisions
■Executive Partnership
・Demonstrated experience partnering directly with CFOs, Finance Executive Committees, or equivalent senior leadership teams
・Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills
■Portfolio and Investment Management
・Accountable for large scale investment portfolios, budgets, and resource allocation
・Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
・Strong governance, benefits realisation, and portfolio optimisation capabilities
■Technology, Data and Innovation
・Understanding of Finance systems, including General Ledger and associated Finance platforms
・Strong appreciation of data architecture, automation, AI, and analytics opportunities
・Experience driving digital transformation within
Finance organisations
■Regulatory Knowledge
・Deep understanding of Finance and regulatory requirements within global financial institutions
・Ability to balance innovation and transformation with effective risk management and controls
＜Preferred＞
・MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification
・Professional Finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA or equivalent)
・Experience working across both Japan and international financial services environments
・Experience leading global teams across multiple regions
- 待遇 Salary/Benefits
- Nomura Competencies：
■Explore Insights & Vision
・Identify root causes and emerging opportunities
・Define a compelling vision and direction for the future
■Making Strategic Decisions
・Evaluate alternatives and prioritise actions effectively
・Balance strategic ambition with practical execution
■Inspire Entrepreneurship in People
・Motivate teams through clear communication and purpose
・Create an environment that encourages innovation and ownership
■Elevate Organisational Capability
・Invest in individual and team development
・Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
■Inclusion
・Foster a culture of respect, diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety
・Champion Nomura's Risk Culture principles of Challenge, Escalate, and Respect
Diversity & Inclusion：
Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex, 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.
- 勤務地 Location
- 東京
