Head of Corporate Real Estate & Services, KoreaEst & Serv

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, visit www.nomura.com   Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Compliance

Engineering infrastructure and office space management Facilities and fixed asset management Property insurance, travel logistics, and general services (meetings, dining, mail/reprographics, company vehicles)

Ensure strict adherence to local legislation, industry standards, and company policies.

Strategic Real Estate & Space Optimization

Collaborate with the regional team to align local real estate strategy with business objectives Manage office leases, subleases, and space utilization to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Innovation & Process Improvement

Drive continuous enhancement of CRES processes through innovative solutions, benchmarking, and best practices Evaluate and implement improvements to boost operational effectiveness, efficiency, and risk management

Regional Initiative Leadership

Champion regional CRES initiatives locally, taking ownership of selected projects to deliver measurable impact Contribute actively to regional improvement and innovation initiatives

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure seamless CRES service delivery. Partner with IT and business units to support technology initiatives and critical infrastructure needs. Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and outsourced service providers to optimize cost, quality, and innovation.

Risk & Continuity Planning

Establish robust incident management, business continuity, and escalation protocols. Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and corporate governance frameworks.

Financial & Resource Stewardship

Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring fiscal discipline and strategic allocation. Review resource requirements and operating models to enhance operational agility and cost efficiency.

Minimum 10 years of CRES management experience, with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent). Proven track record in banking/financial services, with deep understanding of large-scale corporate premises needs. Expertise in local building codes, regulations, and commercial construction practices (contracts, leases, budget/schedule management).

Ability to balance regional strategic oversight with granular local execution. Exceptional interpersonal skills to lead culturally diverse teams and influence senior stakeholders. Strong negotiation acumen for managing multiple vendors and delivering high-service outcomes in complex commercial environments.

Highly motivated with sharp business acumen and outstanding written/oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to meet demanding deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Client-centric mindset with a collaborative yet challenging approach to drive results.

Nomura Leadership Behaviours

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