Research on emerging trends in insurance and fintech
Build relationships with startups and financial institutions
Plan and promote proof of concept projects
Nippon Life Asia Pacific is seeking an Innovation Research Analyst/Senior Analyst to conduct research on emerging trends across various sectors, build ecosystem networks, and support strategic initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and proficiency in Japanese and English
Job Summary
The role involves conducting comprehensive research on innovations and emerging trends across the insurance, healthcare, and sustainability sectors in Singapore and APAC.
Candidates will build and maintain a robust network with financial institutions, startups, Big Tech companies, and government agencies to identify collaboration opportunities.
The position requires supporting Proof of Concept projects and presenting strategic findings to management in Japan twice a year.
Matching Summary
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Nippon Life Asia Pacific is seeking an Innovation Research Analyst/Senior Analyst to conduct research on emerging trends across various sectors, build ecosystem networks, and support strategic initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and proficiency in Japanese and English.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Research on emerging trends in insurance and FinTech
Build relationships with startups and financial institutions
Plan and promote Proof of Concept projects
Connect insights to headquarters in Japan
Strong English communication skills
Nice-to-have
Experience in AI governance or digital health sectors
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Copilot tools
Background in consulting or innovation ecosystems
Experience with cross-border collaboration
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline
2 to 5 years of practical experience in finance, FinTech, or consulting
Business-level Japanese language proficiency (e.g., JLPT N1)