[Job ID:1625183]

Job Summary:

Drive innovation insights and ecosystem partnerships to support strategic initiatives across Japan and the APAC region.

Responsibilities:

Conduct research on emerging trends and innovations across insurance, financial services, healthcare, aging, and childcare sectors in Singapore and APAC
Analyze developments in AI, AI governance, FinTech, HealthTech, InsurTech, digital health, and data utilization
Prepare reports and presentations for management and headquarters
Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, insurers, startups, technology companies, venture capital firms, accelerators, universities, and government agencies
Perform market scanning and networking within Singapore's innovation ecosystem to identify collaboration opportunities
Participate in conferences, seminars, and industry events locally and overseas to gather insights and expand networks
Support the planning and execution of internal and external events, including study visits and roundtable discussions
Plan and promote Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives with startups and external partners
Coordinate with headquarters, group companies, and stakeholders on project activities
Support project management, including tracking progress, resolving issues, and reporting outcomes
Translate market insights into actionable recommendations to support business development and strategic initiatives
Prepare management reports and strategic materials and present updates to stakeholders

Requirements:

Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in finance, FinTech, insurance, HealthTech, consulting, or innovation-related fields
Business-level Japanese language proficiency (e.g., JLPT N1) is for liaising with Japanese-speaking clients and stakeholders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Strong analytical, research, and reporting capabilities
Proven project management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and familiarity with Copilot tools
Proficiency in Japanese language (minimum JLPT N2-N3) for liaising with Japanese-speaking clients and stakeholders
Experience in financial institutions or FinTech companies in areas such as digital payments, cross-border remittance, digital assets, or related fields is an added advantage
Experience in insurance or InsurTech projects involving digital transformation, AI utilization, or customer experience enhancement is an added advantage
Experience in healthcare or HealthTech sectors, including medical data, wellness, or elderly care solutions, is an added advantage
Experience in consulting, strategy, or digital transformation projects across financial, insurance, or healthcare sectors is an added advantage
Experience in innovation ecosystems, venture capital, or corporate venture capital (CVC), including startup scouting and PoC initiatives, is an added advantage

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Japanese Speaking Innovation Research Analyst / Senior Analyst