Key Facts
• 2023: Keio University ranked 1st for both Nomura Securities and Daiwa Securities.
• 2024: Keio University (49 hires) and Waseda University (27 hires) lead Nomura’s list.
• Daiwa Securities: Waseda University (41 hires) ranked 1st, followed by Keio University (36 hires).
• Central University and Kwansei Gakuin University tied for 3rd place in Daiwa’s ranking.
• Rankings based on responses from 561 universities out of 757 surveyed nationwide.
• Nomura focuses on students with strong communication, intellect, and sales aptitude.
• Keio’s venture initiatives align with Nomura’s industry-academia collaboration goals.
• Daiwa collaborates with Waseda on sustainability and carbon neutrality projects.
• Securities industry shifts focus to private banking and equity products due to fee declines.
• Independent securities firms invest in non-financial sectors like healthcare.
Summary
The 2024 recruitment rankings for Japan’s two major securities firms, Nomura Securities and Daiwa Securities, highlight the dominance of Keio University and Waseda University. Keio led Nomura’s list with 49 hires, while Waseda topped Daiwa’s with 41 hires. Both firms emphasize collaboration with universities to foster talent aligned with their strategic goals, such as sustainability and venture development. The securities industry is adapting to changing client needs, focusing on private banking and diversifying into non-financial sectors. These trends underline the evolving priorities in Japan’s competitive job market.
