2027 - Information Technology - Industrial Placement - London

About the role

Nomura offers a 12-month Industrial Placement in Technology, providing hands-on experience in software development, technical support, and business analysis within a global financial services firm.

Programme Overview

• 12-month placement from June 2027 to June 2028 in London.
• Exposure to Technology departments: Support, Development, Infrastructure.
• Opportunity to develop applications using Java, C#, C++, Python, and more.
• Gain knowledge of financial products, risk management, and live trade analysis.
• Receive extensive training including seminars, business presentations, and team-building.
• Supported by a buddy, mentor, and dedicated programme management team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Business Analysts bridge communication between Technology and business teams.
• Software Developers design, implement, and deploy bespoke software solutions.
• Technical Support teams diagnose and resolve system issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Roles may span multiple categories depending on project needs.
• Work involves using various technologies and frameworks like Spring, React, Node.
• Engage with financial and risk management systems to maintain competitive edge.

Technology Divisions

• Corporate Technology Services supports business applications across corporate divisions.
• Enterprise Infrastructure Services manage core IT infrastructure and cloud technologies.
• Global Markets Technology develops software for trading, pricing, and risk management.
• Risk IT supports risk management with software solutions for market and credit risk.
• Wholesale Production Services ensures system stability and incident management.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled at university and complete a 12-month placement from June 2027 to June 2028.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• High academic and extracurricular achievement expected.
• Available for full-time employment in July 2029 after graduation.
• Open to overseas students with visa support provided.
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Application Details

• Apply online via www.nomura.com/careers.
• Only one application per recruitment year (Sep 2026 – Aug 2027).
• Application deadline: 2026-12-01.
• Nomura supports visa applications for non-UK/EU candidates.
• Encouraged to apply early as recruitment is rolling.
• Placement is a pathway to potential full-time offers.