Japanese Speaking Innovation Research Analyst - #1161979

[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
• 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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