Open Innovation Research Analyst (with Japanese)

Ideally based in Oxford or London (but remote possible)

Background

To support our innovation consulting work for Japanese clients, we are seeking a full-time Innovation Research Analyst.

You will ideally based near our UK head offices in Oxford, but London-based candidates and remote locations will also be considered.

You should have a university degree, worked in or with Japan and speak intermediate-to-advanced Japanese. Priority will be given to candidates with experience and/or strong interest in technology, including information technology, and with creative and/or copywriting skills.

Open Innovation Research Analyst (with Japanese)

The Job

To support our innovation and corporate consulting work for Japanese clients. You will work alongside project teams tasked with delivering projects for these clients.

Responsibilities

Together with your managers and other colleagues, you will:

Undertake research and ‘technology scouting’ for our Japanese corporate clients
Compile regular reports (in English) for submission to our clients
Work with clients to help them engage and collaborate with potential technology partners
Prepare schedules for and accompany Japanese clients on visits to Europe
Generate and produce interesting and relevant marketing content
Other general project delivery and marketing-related tasks

Experience

University degree in any subject
Fluent English speaker with excellent writing (and preferably creative) skills
Experience of working in Japan or with Japanese companies and with intermediate-to-advanced Japanese language skills (minimum JLPT N3)
Experience or interest in business, marketing, Japan/Asia and technology/innovation
Right to live and work in the UK

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Terms, including salary, will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interested candidates should apply using the form below: