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Associate Director - High Performance Application

Job-title: Associate Director - High Performance Application
Location: Tokyo
Specialisation: Banking & Financial Services / Insurance
Salary: 19M ~ 19M
Reference: IJB2012312
Job-published: July 13, 2026 10:52

Company Overview

A company in the professional services industry is hiring for a Life Solutions leadership position. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of actuarial consulting, technology implementation, and strategic advisory services across Asia Pacific, with a strong focus on Japan. The position is ideal for someone who is eager to shape business direction, build trusted client relationships, and contribute to high-impact transformation initiatives within the life insurance sector.

Job Description

  • Lead delivery and implementation of Life Solutions projects using the PathWise platform across Asia Pacific, primarily in Japan

  • Provide ongoing client support and build strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders

  • Support business development by identifying opportunities and contributing to go-to-market strategies

  • Oversee client engagements including proof of concept development, system implementation, and managed service processes

  • Collaborate with internal strategy and technology teams to identify consulting and implementation opportunities across insurers, reinsurers, and related organizations

  • Contribute to the development of market propositions and integrated solutions that enable better client decision-making

  • Provide leadership and guidance to team members while driving the growth of the Life Solutions business

Qualifications

  • Experience in life consulting or transformation projects within insurance organizations

  • Background in actuarial system implementation and familiarity with topics such as Finance Transformation, IFRS17, ALM, and hedging

  • Understanding of regulatory developments, particularly within Japan and the broader Asia Pacific region

  • Ability to develop market propositions and execute go-to-market strategies

  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients

  • Native or fluent Japanese proficiency with functional English skills

  • Experience working within the Japan life insurance market

  • A pragmatic approach and strong collaboration skills

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Employees' Pension Insurance

  • Employment Insurance

  • Industrial Injury Insurance

  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan

  • Group Term Life Insurance

  • Group Long-Term Disability Income Protection Insurance