Introducing Your New Company
An established insurance company in Asia, with a strong focus on effective risk management, governance, and internal control frameworks, they are current seeking a an expert to strengthen their policy architecture across the Region.

Your New Role
As Regional Risk and Governance lead, you will take a leading role in reshaping how the organisation assesses, monitors and reports on its risk and control environment, and how regional policies are designed and applied.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the structuring of the regional policy and manual framework in line with industry standards and regulatory expectations, and providing clear guidance to policy owners
• Collaborating with policy owners across central functions to update regional policies so they contain the appropriate level of detail and define clear minimum control standards for risk assessment
• Designing and embedding the policy exemptions and breach reporting process, working with analytics teams to introduce automation and strengthen management information
• Assessing risk governance arrangements across the organisation to ensure they remain effective, issuing guidance to promote consistency, identifying gaps, and supporting necessary improvements
• Taking ownership of the continuous review and updating of Regional Governance procedures and operating manuals to keep them relevant and practical
• Preparing high-quality papers and management information for governance forums and project steering committees
• Enhancing the Business Controls report and partnering with risk colleagues to strengthen reporting to risk governance forums, including identifying opportunities for greater automation
• Leading the planning and delivery of further improvements in governance and risk reporting across the organisation

Your Background

• Over 10 years’ experience, with a substantial portion spent in governance, policy and framework development, or risk reporting roles within financial services
• A strong preference for candidates with a mixed background of consulting and in-house insurance experience
• Highly disciplined with a clear focus on delivery and execution; able to support change while showing persistence and resilience
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments, managing competing priorities and meeting demanding deadlines
• Strong influencing skills together with excellent written communication and drafting ability
• Demonstrated experience in project or programme management

What You'll Receive in Return
A senior opportunity to influence regional risk and governance practices within a professional and complex environment.

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Introducing Your New Company

As a fast-growing, high-ambition insurance firm with a strong regional presence, this organisation is a dynamic player in the APAC insurance market. Known for its entrepreneurial culture, rapid expansion, and aggressive pursuit of market opportunities, the company is entering a significant growth phase through product innovation, new market entries, and strategic acquisitions. They are now seeking a high-calibre Strategic Business Leader, Chief of Staff

Your New Role

• You will act as a trusted chief of staff with the C-Suite team, driving cross-functional coordination, accelerating key growth initiatives, and ensuring execution across  revenue expansion and geographic footprint projects in a high-growth business environment.
• You will maintain and manage the strategic initiative portfolio across new market entries, partnership management and M&A initiatives
• Strategic planning, new market entries, regulatory and licensing coordination to partnership structuring and operational enhancements.
• You will prepare and pressure-test business cases, investment proposals, and executive decision papers on behalf of the CEO. Additionally, you will coordinate M&A activities, including pipeline management, due diligence workstream orchestration, and post-merger integration tracking, while supporting the growth of strategic partnerships and distribution alliances in target markets.

Your Background

• You are a high-potential, strategic professional with 8-12 years of experience in a strategy, corporate development, or chief of staff role, preferably supporting a CEO or C-suite executive
• You bring strong exposure to insurance M&A, strategic planning, revenue growth with a focus on Wealth Management, Insurance or Investment Sectors
• Foundation within Strategy Consulting with in-house exposure
• Communications in English & Chinese will be required

What You'll Receive in Return

In return, you can expect competitive compensation, direct exposure to high-impact strategic work, significant influence at executive level, and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of the company’s regional growth.

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Introducing Your New Company

A leading APAC insurer is shaping the future of insurance and is a top destination for innovative and strategic talent. With a strong focus on driving innovation and achieving strategic excellence across the region, they are seeking a dynamic Data & GenAI leader to join their team.

Your New Role

Provide technical and managerial leadership for the design, development, deployment, and governance of Data Analytics & AI solutions across the organisation’s APAC markets. Translate complex insurance and business challenges into scalable analytical data solutions that deliver clear, measurable value.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the delivery of Data & AI initiatives in partnership with regional operating companies and group functions, ensuring solutions translate into sustainable business impact.
• Partner with senior stakeholders c-suite and board to identify high-value opportunities where Data and AI can address complex business challenges.
• Manage and develop a team of data science professionals, mentoring and coaching talent to build capability and retain high performers.
• Oversee the integration of AI technologies into existing business processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
• Develop and govern the regional data strategy, maximising the use of data assets to drive growth, operational efficiency, and innovation.
• Lead Data & AI governance efforts, including responsible AI standards, related governance forums, and the application of robust data management frameworks.
• Apply agile ways of working to GenAI projects, with particular attention to data management, operationalisation, and long-term sustainability.

Your Background

• To succeed in this role, you should bring the following qualifications and experience:12+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or analytics within financial services (Insurance, Investment, or Wealth sectors preferred), with demonstrable leadership of projects or teams.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Strong understanding of insurance and wealth-related data (structured and unstructured) and how it supports strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences, including senior executives.
• Fluency in English and Chinese.

Candidates with less experience would be consider for one-level down.

What You'll Receive in Return

This is an exciting opportunity to drive data-driven innovation at scale, gain broad regional exposure, and work closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. You will play a key role in shaping the future of financial services through advanced analytics and AI solutions.

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If you have the qualifications and are enthusiastic about this opportunity, please contact Jason.Kwong@upsidegroup.co to learn more.

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Introducing Your New Company

As a leading financial services group at the forefront of Asia, this organization is a top destination for industry talent, driving innovation and excellence. They are seeking talented Data Scientists to join their dynamic team, focusing on data analytics to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Your New Role

• Data Science & Analytics: Build and deploy high-quality machine learning models using Python, including traditional and Generative AI solutions tailored to business needs. Conduct exploratory data analysis, advanced feature engineering, and assess data sources to align with project goals. Maintain clear documentation for transparency and reproducibility, while proactively updating models and staying ahead of industry trends.
•  Support the development of robust data pipelines for seamless integration and enhance data governance and quality standards. Evaluate data tools and platforms, providing actionable insights to improve data practices across teams and drive synergy.
• Market Intelligence & Innovation: Leverage expertise in data science and analytics to support business challenges, fostering cross-market collaboration and contributing to innovative strategies that drive revenue and operational efficiency.

Your Background

• MA/BA within Data Science, Mathematics, Stats or Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science and machine learning, with expertise in Python and ML libraries workflows.
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI frameworks and their applications.
• Proficiency in data engineering tools and cloud platforms
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and collaborative skills, with a proactive approach to learning and innovation.
• Communications in English & Mandarin will be essential.

What You'll Receive in Return

Join a forward-thinking organization offering career growth, regional exposure, and the opportunity to work with APAC senior management on innovative data-driven solutions.

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Introducing Your New Opportunity

A dynamic and leading Insurance organization with a solid presence in Asia is seeking skilled contractors to support a high-impact AI data initiative. We are looking for both AI Developers & Project Managers to help build, refine, and validate intelligent data extraction.

Your New Role

As part of the AI project team, you will work hands-on with submission documents, AI-generated outputs, and structured data pipelines to deliver accurate, repeatable results. 

• Review submission documents and Cold Agent outputs. 
• Adapt existing Python recipe logic to additional treaty cases. 
• Create, test, replay, and document assigned recipes. 
• Verify extracted data against source documents. 
• Record defects, missing data, source-file issues, and logic gaps. 
• Support human-in-the-loop validation and the production of repeatable scripts.
• Support business UAT and end-to-end case testing. 
• Review Submission Facts templates and Shopping List fields. 
• Support pass/fail assessment and preparation of test evidence. 
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to developers and recipe owners.

Your Background 

• Python scripting ability and comfort reading/adapting existing code
• Strong ability to compare source evidence with structured outputs and attention to detail. 
• Will be able to learn and understand insurance industry
• Comfortable collaborating across business and technical teams. 
• Communications in Mandarin & English

What You'll Receive in Return

This is a focused engagement offering the chance to contribute directly to a cutting-edge AI data project within a leading global insurance organization in Asia. You will work with modern document-processing workflows, gain exposure to reinsurance treaty operations, and help shape reliable, scalable data recipes in a collaborative environment based in Hong Kong.

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Job Description

Introducing Your New Company

A established organisation that places high importance on effective technology risk management and cybersecurity governance, and regulatory compliance.

Your New Role

As Senior Manager, Information Security and Technology Risk, you will help reinforce the organisation’s cybersecurity and IT risk framework.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting cybersecurity risk governance for reporting to risk committees and the Board
• Delivering professional security advice and recommendations on IT solutions and systems
• Leading the implementation of new cybersecurity regulations and keeping IT risk controls current and compliant
• Performing security and cloud risk assessments to uncover threats and vulnerabilities, then designing effective mitigation plans
• Maintaining the security risk register and clearly communicating key risks and their potential impact to stakeholders
• Partnering with subject matter experts on security assessments, penetration testing, and threat simulation activities

Your Background

• Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, Risk Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 7 years of experience in information security, security risk, or related area
• Good working knowledge of relevant IT and cybersecurity regulatory requirements
• Strong grasp of cloud security principles with hands-on experience securing cloud environments
• Solid understanding of application security, covering secure coding, vulnerability assessment, and secure deployment practices
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISA, OSCP, CEH, ISO 27001, or NIST) will be viewed favourably
• Strong written and spoken English and Chinese

What You'll Receive in Return

A senior opportunity to influence technology risk and cybersecurity practices within a professional setting. You will collaborate closely with senior management, gain wide exposure to governance and risk discussions, and make a tangible contribution to the organisation’s security posture.

Start Your Search Now Contact ada.cheung@upsidegroup.co to explore this opportunity.

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Job Description

Introducing Your New Company

A life insurance company places strong emphasis on sound risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance.

Your New Role

As Senior Manager, Operational Risk, you will take a leading role in enhancing the organisation’s risk management practices and providing clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing tailored risk reports for senior committees, the Board, and other relevant parties
• Developing internal policies and ensuring effective implementation of applicable regulatory requirements
• Advising business functions on risk assessments, mitigation measures, controls, and monitoring frameworks
• Conducting regular monitoring and risk reviews of business activities
• Supporting the ongoing review and refinement of the risk appetite, risk management policies and framework, and risk registers

Your Background

• Degree in Risk Management, Finance, or a related field
• At least 8 years of experience in risk management or a closely related discipline
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory standards
• Proven ability to identify trends, interpret data, and conduct scenario analysis
• Strong written and spoken English and Chinese

What You'll Receive in Return

A senior-level opportunity to shape risk practices within a professional and well-structured environment. You will work closely with senior management, gain broad exposure across the organisation, and contribute meaningfully to its governance and risk culture.

Start Your Search Now Contact ada.cheung@upsidegroup.co to explore this opportunity.

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Job Description

Introducing Your New Company

A dynamic, growing financial services group operating across key Asian hubs, offering integrated solutions in wealth management, advisory services, and specialized financial products. 

Your New Role

You will serve as the primary legal counsel to the business, providing strategic, commercially-oriented support across diverse operations including fiduciary services, wealth advisory, and asset management lines.

Key areas of impact include:

• Designing and implementing comprehensive legal SOPs, playbooks, and governance policies.
• Delivering proactive legal counsel on commercial initiatives, contracts, and strategic projects.
• Managing multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance, stakeholder liaison, and risk mitigation.
• Handling contractual drafting/negotiation, dispute resolution, and coordination with external counsel.

Your Background

• Qualified solicitor or barrister (Bachelor’s degree or above in Law) in Hong Kong or another common law jurisdiction.
• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in leading law firms and/or financial institutions, with strong exposure to insurance regulatory and commercial matters.
• Solid understanding of insurance and financial services laws in Hong Kong and Singapore, including product, distribution, and conduct requirements

What You'll Receive in Return

An exciting opportunity to lead legal strategy at a senior level within a forward-thinking organization, with significant autonomy, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the group’s governance and growth trajectory in Asia’s vibrant financial landscape.

Start Your Search Now Contact ada.cheung@upsidegroup.co to explore this opportunity.

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Introducing Your New Company

Our client is a local investment manager.

Your New Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Investment Analyst to join the team in Hong Kong. You will cover macro markets and traditional financial products, playing a key role in investment research, risk assessment, and product development while collaborating closely with the core investment team.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Conducting fundamental research on macro markets including the US, Hong Kong, and China, as well as listed companies across different sectors.
• Monitoring market trends and identifying investment ideas.
• Preparing high-quality research reports, investment strategies, and recommendations.
• Supporting the Portfolio Manager with portfolio analysis, optimisation, and management.
• Executing trades and placing orders across equities, bonds, futures, and options.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline from a reputable university.
• Approximately 3+ years of solid full-time research or investment experience at financial institutions (e.g., securities firms, fund houses, futures companies, asset management firms, or private banks).
• Proven track record in macro and financial markets research, with exposure to equities, bonds, and derivatives.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and at least one programming language for data analysis (Python or VBA).

What You'll Receive in Return

A competitive compensation package, opportunities to work at the forefront of traditional finance, exposure to diverse investment strategies, and the chance to contribute to innovative solutions for a growing client base in a dynamic Hong Kong-based environment.

Start Your Search Now

Contact ada.cheung@upsidegroup.co to explore this opportunity.

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