Introducing Your New Company

As a leading financial services group shaping the future of Investment & Insurance, this organization is a top destination for innovative and strategic talent. With a strong emphasis on driving innovation and achieving strategic excellence in the region, they are seeking a dynamic Strategy Manager to join their team.

Your New Role

• Oversee company-wide business strategy and financial planning, collaborating with senior leaders to shape long-term objectives and guide cross-functional teams in executing forward-thinking projects.
• Spearhead innovative Product, Strategy and Propositions for their Insurance, Investment, and Wealth products.
• Perform market analysis and feasibility studies to uncover opportunities, delivering actionable insights for informed decision-making.
• Develop and roll out advanced Digital Wealth-Tech solutions to elevate the company’s service offerings.
• Oversee consistent reporting on strategic initiatives and progress updates to key stakeholders.

Your Background

To succeed in this role, you should bring the following qualifications and experience:

• A university degree in Business Administration, Finance, Investment, or related field, with at least 5 years of experience in products, investment, or strategic planning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial services in either Investment, Insurance, or Wealth sectors.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with expertise in research and presentating to executive teams.
• Fluency in English and Chinese.

Candidates with less experience, may be considered for Assistant Manager

What You'll Receive in Return

This is an exciting opportunity to drive strategic innovation, gain regional exposure, and work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

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Introducing Your New Company

As a leading this financial services group at the forefront of Asia, this organization stands as a premier choice for top industry talent. With a focus on growth and advisory effectiveness in the Asia Pacific region, they are currently seeking skilled Private Wealth professionals to join their team.

Your New Role

Working closely with the Consulting & Advisory team, you will be responsible for overseeing business development, relationship management and client experience.

• Relationship Management: Work closely with sales directors to drive revenue growth within HNW insurance product segment
• Support business on innovative strategies aimed at attracting and retaining high-net-worth individuals, family offices and enhancing overall client satisfaction with business partners.
• Client Onboarding: Facilitate a smooth onboarding process for clients, providing guidance and support throughout their journey.

Your Background

To excel in this role, you should possess a minimum of 8+ years of demonstrated experience within HNWI/ Family Office/ Trust relationship management

• A drive within Business Development & Advisory, enjoy client meetings, building partnerships & reaching goals
• Prior exposure within private wealth segment will be an advantage
• Fluency in English & Mandarin for presentations and communications is a plus.

What You'll Receive in Return

This presents an excellent opportunity for career advancement, regional exposure and working closely with APAC senior management.

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Introducing Your New Opportunity

My client, a leading global insurance firm with a diverse portfolio across multiple lines of business, is seeking a Senior Manager - Corporate Development to drive strategic growth in the health, medical, and group benefit insurance within the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with a focus on China and Hong Kong. This role is pivotal in shaping the firm’s expansion through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), strategic planning, joint ventures, and business intelligence.

Your New Role

• Lead corporate development initiatives, including M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, focusing on health, medical, and group medical products in APAC, particularly China and Hong Kong.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to identify market expansion and product innovation opportunities.
• Conduct business intelligence and data analysis to inform strategic decisions, market positioning, and competitive analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, product development, and finance, to align corporate development strategies with business objectives.

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities, partnerships, and acquisitions, conducting due diligence and financial modeling while overseeing the execution of joint ventures and strategic alliances to align with the firm’s long-term goals. 
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, industry partners, and clients, to support business development and collaboration.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in corporate development, M&A, strategic planning, joint ventures, business intelligence, or data analysis
• Strong preference for candidates with a consulting background (e.g., management or strategy consulting) combined with in-house experience in the insurance sector.
• Deep knowledge of the health, medical, and group medical insurance markets, with specific expertise in APAC, particularly China and Hong Kong.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders; fluency in English required, proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese highly desirable.

What You'll Receive in Return

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a global insurance leader, drive impactful growth in the APAC health and medical insurance markets, and build strong partnerships with key stakeholders.

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Introducing Your New Company
Join a leading wealth and investment group in Asia, celebrated for its innovative, client-focused solutions. With a commitment to growth and operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region, this organization is seeking a talented Compliance Manager to join their dynamic Legal & Compliance team.

Your New Role
As a Compliance Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the firm’s compliance and client onboarding processes, while contributing to systems that mitigate financial and business risks.

• Review and update policies related to business documentation, KYC processes, AML, and internal controls.
• Support the implementation of compliance workflows and provide guidance to business units.
• Develop and maintain compliance training materials, monitor training completion, and conduct file reviews to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to compliance and regulatory projects across the Asia Pacific region.

Your Background

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in compliance or legal roles, with expertise in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of compliance, AML, and KYC processes.
• Preferred industry experience in financial services, consulting, or insurance.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin.

What You'll Receive in Return
This role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for career development, and the chance to collaborate with industry leaders in a fast-paced environment.

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Introducing Your New Company

Join a premier wealth and investment group in Asia, renowned for its cutting-edge, client-centric solutions. With a focus on growth and operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region, this organization is seeking a skilled Data Engineer & Analyst.

Your New Role

You will be instrumental in optimizing data systems, supporting custom applications, and ensuring seamless data operations to drive the firm’s strategic objectives.

• Design and implement automated workflows to enhance data processing and reporting efficiency.
• Execute daily data integration tasks, aggregating information from diverse sources into a unified data repository.
• Partner with the application development team to improve and maintain proprietary software solutions.
• Safeguard sensitive data by ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and implementing robust backup protocols.
• Perform operational analysis to identify and address the data needs of various business units.
• Provide occasional support for website maintenance, collaborating with the web development team.
• Contribute to initiatives that strengthen the reliability and continuity of data operations.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or database administration.
• Strong expertise in Python, SQL Server, and API integration (RESTful or similar).
• Familiarity with system documentation practices and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

What You'll Receive in Return

This role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work alongside industry leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Introducing Your New Company
A leading global insurance group driving innovation across Asia seeks a talented professional to Lead of Property & Construction Underwriting lead to oversee strategic growth initiatives across APAC with a focus on Hong Kong and China, leveraging expertise to redefine the region’s property and construction insurance market presence.

Your New Role
You will spearhead the property & construction portfolio’s strategy, growth, and profitability in Hong Kong and China, ensuring alignment with global standards and local market needs.

• Develop and execute a regional property underwriting strategy, aligning with global standards and local market dynamics to drive portfolio growth and profitability. 
• Oversee underwriting for commercial, industrial, and specialty property lines, including builder’s risk and catastrophe-exposed assets. Monitor performance, optimize pricing, and leverage analytics for risk management. 
• Manage a team of underwriters in Hong Kong and China, fostering collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence while driving talent development. 
• Cultivate strong relationships with brokers, clients, and reinsurers in APAC to grow market presence and build partnerships. 
• Partner with claims, risk engineering, and actuarial teams to deliver seamless property, engineering and construction insurance solutions and proactive risk management.

Your Background
You bring 15+ years of property and construction insurance experience, with 10+ years in property underwriting or related fields (e.g., construction, engineering), ideally in Hong Kong and China.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Structural); certifications such as ANZIIF/ACII are an asset  
• Proven regional leadership, managing teams and portfolios in APAC including Hong Kong and China.
• Expertise in construction and engineering insurance (e.g., builder’s risk, CAR, EAR), with knowledge of commercial and industrial property lines.
• Excellent communication in English; fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese

What You'll Receive in Return
This role offers a step into a successful commercial insurance business with a strong market reputation. You’ll shape the future of their property and construction insurance portfolio.

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Introducing Your New Company

As a leading Global Insurance Group at the forefront of Asia, this prestigious organization attracts top-tier talent with its commitment to innovation and growth across the Asia Pacific region. They are currently seeking a skilled Events & Digital Media Manager to join their dynamic team and drive impactful initiatives.

Your New Role

Working in close partnership with the Marketing and Sales Leadership Teams, you will lead the planning and execution of events and digital media strategies to elevate brand presence and foster meaningful partnerships.

• Event Planning & Coordination: Oversee the end-to-end management of events, coordinating logistics with internal teams and external vendors to ensure flawless execution, both pre-event and onsite.
• Engagement, cultivate strong relationships with event organizers, digital media platforms, and other stakeholders to amplify brand reach and drive engagement.
• Digital Media, create and manage engaging content across digital channels, ensuring alignment with brand standards and resonance with target audiences.
• Maintain and update the company’s website and digital media platforms to ensure fresh, relevant content.
• Handle team ad-hoc tasks, including invoice processing, budget tracking, and expense reporting for events and campaigns.

Your Background

To succeed in this role, you should have 5+ years of relevant experience in event management, digital media, or partnership roles, ideally within financial services, banking or related.

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese; fluency in Mandarin is essential.
• A proactive, enthusiastic approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A professional demeanor and a passion for delivering high-quality results.

What You'll Receive in Return

This role offers an exciting opportunity for career growth, regional exposure, and collaboration with senior leadership across the Asia Pacific. You’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s brand and driving its success in a competitive market.

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Introducing Your New Opportunity

My client, a leading Insurance Provided, is seeking an IT Solutions Consultant to partner with clients, offering expert guidance on their internal software and IT environments. This role is essential in delivering tailored recommendations, driving technology optimizations, and collaborating with clients’ internal IT teams.

Your New Role

• Engage with clients to assess their software, systems, networking, and infrastructure, delivering recommendations to optimize performance and align with business objectives.
• Advise on enhancements to clients’ IT environments, ensuring solutions drive efficiency and competitiveness.
• Coordinate with clients’ IT teams to implement changes, using project planning and system administration skills for seamless integration.
• Provide technical support and remote user support, leveraging expertise in cloud computing, networking, and network administration.
• Deliver presentations, workshops, and training to guide clients through solution adoption.
• Oversee IT projects, ensuring timely delivery, and collaborate with vendors to implement solutions.
• Monitor IT solution performance, report outcomes, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration,
• 5+ years in IT consulting, with expertise in cloud computing, network services, infrastructure management, network engineering, and software development
• Proven client-facing success, advising on software and systems, and collaborating with IT teams using system and network administration skills.
• Strong analytical skills to assess IT environments, propose solutions, and mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; English proficiency required, Mandarin/Cantonese a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office and IT project management tools, with leadership experience.

What You'll Receive in Return

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape clients’ IT strategies, optimize their software and systems, and build strong partnerships.

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Introducing Your New Company

A leading RegTech firm specializing in AI-driven solutions to combat financial crime is embarking on an innovative journey. Operating out of its Hong Kong office, the company is seeking an Engineer to play a key role in advancing technologies.

Your New Role

As the AI Engineer, the individual will focus on creating and enhancing solutions tailored to regulatory challenges.

• Building LLM applications to support AML/compliance tasks, such as transaction analysis and risk identification.
• Investigating and prototyping new LLM techniques and methodologies.
• Working alongside the product team to identify and meet customer needs effectively.

Your Background

• Proficient in Python, Java, SQL and related tools.
• Well-versed in open-source LLMs
• Experienced in agentic frameworks, prompt design, LLM deployment and database systems.
• Passionate about developing LLM solutions, particularly within the AML field.

What You'll Receive in Return

This position offers a unique chance to contribute to cutting-edge technology in the RegTech space. The individual will collaborate with product teams and industry experts, gaining deep exposure to the evolving landscape of financial crime prevention and AI innovation.

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Introducing Your New Company

As a leading provider of insurance solutions, my client’s Asia Pacific operations are undergoing an exciting transformation. Working out of the Hong Kong Office, they are seeking an Operations and Case Specialist to play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional client service, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining robust case management standards.

Your New Role

As the Operations and Case Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end New Business processes within life insurance business. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing life insurance application case management, ensuring timely and accurate processing, from new onboarding applications, KYC analysis to fulfillment
• Facilitating seamless client experiences, providing technical guidance to relationship managers and intermediaries while maintaining client satisfaction and retention.
• Managing compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements, serving as the primary liaison for regulatory inquiries and audits.
• Maintaining and updating detailed records, case reports, policy administration

Your Background

• 7+ years of experience in operations, mid-office, or case management, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Strong proficiency in life insurance case management, new business processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with relationship managers, intermediaries and brokerages
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office or case management software for reporting and record-keeping.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Economics, or Finance).

What You'll Receive in Return

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and transformation of HK operations. You will work closely with regional leaders, relationship managers, and external partners, gaining valuable exposure to the life insurance industry’s operational and compliance landscape.

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If you possess the required qualifications and are passionate about driving operational efficiency and compliance excellence, we encourage you to reach out to The Upside Group. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to learn more about this exciting opportunity.