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Responsibilities:

• Drive innovation in the areas of sustainability for the built environment and human wellbeing, focusing on energy use, thermal comfort, air quality and building controls topics.
• Co-create with business units in relation to sustainability initiatives, contribute to long-term product portfolio of Bosch, perform customer interview, formulate problem statements and generate innovation pitching and research proposals.
• Develop prototypes of AI/ML solutions to solve real business and engineering problems in the areas of optimal building control and human wellbeing improvement. Plan and execute experiments for proof of concept. Assist engineering team in the integration and implementation of the solutions in Bosch products.
• Build cooperation, assess opportunities, identify “Best-In-Class” within local institutions and universities for potential research / innovation collaboration.
• Regular alignment with Strategic Research Portfolio Owner, quarterly review project or milestone update, internal/external stakeholder management, idea pitching via Bosch Innovation Framework.

Get to Know the Role

You will work closely with the TFGI Programme Manager to develop research programmes for the institute, undertaking research and landscape analysis on social and economic issues accelerated by technology and tech-enabled business models in Southeast Asia.

This internship runs from January to May 2025, and you will be fully onsite.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

• You will initiate data collection, data management and data analysis
• You will develop first cut of research data e.g. through desktop research, data analysis needed for TFGI's upcoming research works
• You will develop strategy for research engagements, including panel discussions, community conversations and dialogues
• You will draft research materials and shareable content e.g. slides, concept notes, message house for sharing to relevant team members for amplification of completed research
• You will support the team in daily activities

Funding Societies | Modalku is the largest SME digital financing platform in Southeast Asia. We are licensed in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and registered in Malaysia. We are backed by Sequoia India and Softbank Ventures Asia Corp amongst many others and provides business financing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which is crowdfunded by individual and institutional investors. And here at Funding Societies | Modalku we live by our core values:

• Serve with Obsession: Build win-win relationships for the long-term by having a customer obsession.
• Grow Relentlessly: Strive to become our best, most authentic selves.
• Enable Teamwork, Disable Politics: Only by forging togetherness, we help each other succeed.
• Test Measure Act: Stay curious and reinvent ourselves, through innovation and experimentation.
• Focus on Impact: Create impact through bias for action and tangible results.

We are seeking a passionate and strong leader in Data Analytics and Data Science to lead the strategy, development, and implementation of data-driven solutions across the organization. This role will oversee and manage the end-to-end process, from data collection, analysis, solution deployment and business integration.

What you will do:

• Data Strategy & Vision: Understand key company priorities and translate them into an actionable Data strategy to drive data maturity across the organization, enabling business growth, improve risk management, and enhanced customer experiences. 
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Data Analytics and Data Science domain leads and their respective reportees to develop a high performance data team
• Influence Stakeholders: Partner with cross-functional teams such as Data Engineering, Product, Marketing, Sales, Risk, and Finance to drive data-driven initiatives, align on objectives, and ensure effective execution. 
• Data to Drive Business Impact:  Initiate new opportunities and continue existing projects where data can deliver analytics recommendations to drive key business metrics, and develop processes and frameworks to enable this.  

What we are looking at:

• At least 7+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Experience in  Financial Services, Fintech, and/or Tech companies and domain exposure to SME credit risk is preferred.
• Proven experience leading and managing teams in a fast-paced, high-growth company or fintech environment. Experience being a manager of managers is preferred.
• Proficient in SQL, Python or R and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik). Experience selecting and implementing tools for analytics and data science is preferred.
• Ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies and influence stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting insights to non-technical stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills  in a structured fashion
• Strong prioritization abilities according to business needs and constraints.

• Time off - We would love you to take time off to rest and rejuvenate. We offer flexible paid vacations as well as many other observed holidays by country. We also like to have our people take a day off for special days like birthdays and work anniversaries.
• Flexible Working - We believe in giving back the control of work & life to our people. We trust our people and love to provide the space to accommodate each and everyone's working style and personal life.
• Medical Benefits - We offer health insurance coverage for our employees and dependents. Our people focus on our mission knowing we have their back for their loved ones too.
• Mental Health and Wellness - We understand that our team productivity is directly linked to our mental and physical health. Hence we have Wellness Wednesdays and we engage partners to provide well-being coaching. And we have our Great FSMK Workout sessions too to keep everyone healthy and fit!
• Tech Support - We provide a company laptop for our employees and the best possible support for the right equipment/tools to enable high productivity

About Us

HELIX is the first RWA DeFi protocol leveraging Big-data & AI to connect on-chain investors to sustainable and uncorrelated yields from real-world private credit.

Winner of the Tokenized Debt & Bond Award at the 2023 TADS Awards, HELIX was born out of Helicap, a leading ASEAN private debt and credit analytics platform known for its impressive track record of more than US$300 million in deal volume with zero defaults. HELIX distinguishes itself through its strong Web2 institutional backing, proprietary Big Data credit analytics, a robust deal origination pipeline, planned decentralized credit scoring and a secondary loan marketplace, variable interest products, and solid investor support.

Role

HELIX is seeking a highly motivated and talented Web3/DeFi Research Intern to join our team. As a Web3/DeFi Research Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of HELIX's RWA protocol.

At HELIX, we are revolutionizing the way investors access private credit opportunities by connecting them to real-world assets through our innovative protocol. Our proprietary Credit Risk Analytics technology enables us to analyze and extract invaluable insights from millions of loan data points, ensuring that our investors have access to stable yields that are uncorrelated to the broader crypto market volatility.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of Web3 and DeFi while working alongside a talented and dynamic team. If you have a passion for blockchain technology, decentralized finance, and driving innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in reshaping the future of institutional investing.

Responsibilities

• Investor relations:
• Assist in preparation (design, develop and publish to investors) of investment materials, including teaser, investor presentation and whitepaper
• Identify new and existing relationships with crypto investors, including VC, family offices, private investors, and crypto funds
• Build, participate and maintain relationships with a large group of suitable investors for investment into the fund, including taking notes during meetings, maintaining internal CRM platform to organise and track fundraising progress
• Coordinate investor due diligence and onboarding
• Research:
• Conduct DeFi industry research and derive analysis to create internal and external reports
• Monitor markets across TradFi/CeFi/DeFi and contribute to jointly-authored daily newsletter
• Marketing:
• Publicise and market the protocol via social media and other communication channels (Twitter, Telegram, Discord, etc)
• Supporting on other brand and product campaigns to raise awareness about the Web3 decentralised lending protocol
• Other ad-hoc duties/projects as assigned as the role evolves

• Penultimate year or above undergraduates/postgraduates with a background in business, accountancy, or marketing.
• Proven track record of academic and professional excellence.
• Previous experience in consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, investor relations, venture capital, private equity, or web3 projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Basic understanding of DeFi protocols, trends, themes, and tokenomics.
• Networking skills and an enjoyment of building relationships with investors.
• Open-minded, curious, and eager to learn.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities and the capacity to meet tight deadlines.
• Programming skills are a plus but not required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Are you a recent Food Science graduate? Are you looking for your next step within your sensory career?

The role:

MMR is looking for a Graduate Sensory Panel Leader to join our rapidly growing sensory teams, our sensory panel leader will be based in Singapore. This exciting and brilliant opportunity entails many responsibilities which will help you to develop professionally on the job, you will be supported by some of the very best sensory experts globally.

About us:

Spotted an exciting new product in the shops recently? Chances are, we've played a key role in its creation.

We are an independent, global consumer and sensory research agency specialising in food, drink, personal and household care research. We are industry leaders, guiding best in class innovation for our clients – partnering with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands such as Coca Cola, Diageo, Mondelez, GSK, Kellogg’s, Colgate and Unilever.

Our team of over 900 highly engaged, multi-disciplined employees are primarily dynamic research professionals, sensory experts and data scientists. We’re a diverse bunch, with backgrounds in R&D, insight, marketing, sensory science, data sciences and psychology. We also boast a true global reach with offices in UK, US, China, South Africa, Singapore, Colombia, Brazil, India, Thailand and the Netherlands.

We are a “people first” company that prides itself on collaboration, honesty and mutual trust. Don’t take our word for it though, check us out on Glassdoor. You’ll see we’re currently rated at 4.7 out of 5 as an employer destination and a massive 97% of our employees would recommend working for us to a friend. Add to that 99% of our people approve of our CEO and you’ll get a general feel of what it means to be part of the MMR family.

Responsibilities:

• Sensory Panel Management Support – (including scheduling, profiling and training of our panels).
• Assisting the team with running sensory research projects for multinational clients, focusing on both team delivery as well as client management in order to ensure the accurate and efficient management of projects.
• You will assist in the daily operation of the sensory research projects and maintenance of sensory laboratory, involving management of test product logistics, preparation and support in panel session set up, execution and data analysis and reporting.

• A fresh Food Science graduate or up to one year's experience in a sensory role.

• A passion for food and drink, and personal care products.
• We take graduates from a range of degrees, from food science (preferred), social sciences (psychology, sociology), humanities and pure science.
• Knowledge or experience in sensory research methodologies is useful, but certainly not essential as we will teach you everything you need to know.
• Spoken and written English skills are essential to allow for clear and concise communication as our team & clients are multinational.
• Strong organisational and time management skill
• Strong team-working ability

At MMR, we're committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world!

We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits to enhance your experience with us. Competitive salaries, ample holiday allowances, and unparalleled training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee well-being is what makes MMR truly shine.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Apply now!

As part of the Palm Oil research team, you will play a crucial role in forecasting and analyzing key supply and demand developments to forecast palm oil prices. As a Palm Oil Market Lead, you will generate market insights and outlooks by closely analyzing data related to palm oil supply and demand. You will collaborate with our global trading team to drive strategic decisions.

The Palm Oil Market Lead role demands a keen ability to navigate and interpret complex market dynamics. The primary challenge lies in accurately forecasting supply and demand amidst fluctuating market conditions, policy changes, and global economic shifts. This requires not only strong analytical skills and attention to detail but also the ability to synthesize vast amounts of data into actionable insights. Effective communication and collaboration with local and global teams are essential to ensure timely and strategic decision-making in a highly competitive market.

This role will mainly interact with researchers, traders as well as the data science team on key projects. You will be working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Data Management & Forecasting:
  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate supply and demand (SnD) data for palm oil, reflecting current market conditions. Compile and update all relevant data and forecast components to anticipate market trends.
• Market Analysis:
  • Stay informed on market trends, policies, and currency fluctuations affecting palm oil supply and demand. Transform this information into actionable market insights and adjust SnD outlooks accordingly.
• Global Coordination:
  • Monitor palm oil flows and demand across Asian, African, and other non-major destinations.
  • Coordinate with team members to ensure accurate adjustments for specific products.
• Communication & Reporting:
  • Effectively communicate key changes in palm oil supply and demand to research and commercial teams.
  • Synthesize and present insights to help stakeholders understand market dynamics and swing factors.
• Quantitative Modeling:
  • Collaborate with the Data Science team to enhance palm oil data analytics and processes.
  • Contribute to the development of new models and approaches to improve internal knowledge.

Experiences & Competencies:

• At least 4 years of experiences in agricultural market research (including a minimum of 2 years in Palm Research)
• Genuine interest in global economics and commodities markets
• Ability to manage data and summarizing large quantity of data into key/actionable insights
• Ability to analyze trends, data, and numbers to draw meaningful conclusions and write comprehensive reports
• Willingness to participate in field surveys to collect observations
• Know how to communicate/explain complex ideas in a simple way
• Experience working with commercial teams to design trading strategies is a plus
• Ability to work with teams in different geographical locations
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with an attentive approach to analysis to ensure accurate assumptions and conclusions
• Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Interpersonal skills, ability to forge relationships with colleagues and external contacts
• Self-motivated & problem-solver individual
• Ability to work within a complex and international environment
• Ability to understand the business needs & potential issues and propose innovative ideas/solutions

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience with BI tools for analytics
• Python programming skills and command on SQL and Data visualization tools are a plus
• Strong statistical and analytical skills, with a solid understanding of data management best practices
• Good Business Intelligence awareness

Languages:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Agricultural Science, Engineering, Trade or related field of study

• Meet requests from institutional equity sales teams and their clients, and provide strong research support to group wholesale banking and group investment banking revenue pillars.
• Undertake and maintain research coverage on stocks and sectors, as assigned, which requires:
  • Active monitoring of the micro and macro factors affecting the stock(s) and sector(s).
  • Regularly visiting companies and organisations related to the sector(s).
  • Generate investment ideas on sectors/stocks including identifying sales/trading opportunities.
  • Write research reports on these investment ideas in a timely manner.
  • Consistently update clients on the latest development in the sector(s).
  • Assist in production/coordination of research publications and organisation of corporate-client engagement event (e.g. NDRs, conferences etc).
  • Meeting targets for the Equity Research team, e.g. internal client votes and external analyst polls.
• Accompany a Head of Research or Head, Regional Sector in marketing roadshows and other client servicing efforts in the home country as well as overseas markets, as assigned. All Research Analysts are required to market their investment ideas to key institutional clients in Malaysia.
• Research Analysts, subject to performance, may be given an enlarged role with additional responsibilities to:
  • Cover companies outside of the home country as part of a regional sector team.
  • Lead and manage a research project that includes other Research Analysts in the region.
• All analysts must:
  • Display teamwork to achieve a coherent research product
  • Work closely with other Board Members and other senior management personnel at all times to develop RHB’s research product and brand
• Ensure compliance of all legal and regulatory requirements to achieve a high standard of integrity for RHB’s research team and product.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic bachelor/master student to join our team as an intern in the field of sustainable HVAC systems. The focus of this internship is on experimental (testbed or laboratory) and data driven (data analytics and AI methods) development tasks on Residential or Commercial Air Conditioning systems (RACs or VRFs). Specifically, working on system level energy efficiency and anomaly detection analytics, application of AI/ML techniques for data analysis, visualization and validation. Successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties within corporate research center in Singapore:

• Conducting literature research on HVAC systems, focusing on energy efficiency, anomaly detection, AI/ML applications, and control methodologies.
• Carry out experiments related to RAC or VRF performance and anomaly detection at different indoor and outdoor conditions in research lab/testbed.
• Analyze and interpret data using AI/ML techniques to improve system diagnostics and control strategies that leads to energy efficiency or quality improvement.
• Collaborate with other team members to advance project goals and implement findings into practical applications within our physical/digital products and solutions.
• Participate in group meetings and discussions related to the project or tasks.
• Prepare and present project updates to the team and other stakeholders.

• Seek new collaborative opportunities with external partners mainly in Asian region as well as globally by collaborating with Research Coordination members.
• In the course of the cooperative works with team members, support to carry out the collaboration management tasks.
• Build a close relationship with scientists mainly in Asian region, capture UMN in the region, and provide feedback with team members.

About Us

HELIX is the first RWA DeFi protocol leveraging Big-data & AI to connect on-chain investors to sustainable and uncorrelated yields from real-world private credit.

Winner of the Tokenized Debt & Bond Award at the 2023 TADS Awards, HELIX was born out of Helicap, a leading ASEAN private debt and credit analytics platform known for its impressive track record of more than US$300 million in deal volume with zero defaults. HELIX distinguishes itself through its strong Web2 institutional backing, proprietary Big Data credit analytics, a robust deal origination pipeline, planned decentralized credit scoring and a secondary loan marketplace, variable interest products, and solid investor support.

Role

HELIX is seeking a highly motivated and talented Web3/DeFi Research Intern to join our team. As a Web3/DeFi Research Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of HELIX's RWA protocol.

At HELIX, we are revolutionizing the way investors access private credit opportunities by connecting them to real-world assets through our innovative protocol. Our proprietary Credit Risk Analytics technology enables us to analyze and extract invaluable insights from millions of loan data points, ensuring that our investors have access to stable yields that are uncorrelated to the broader crypto market volatility.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of Web3 and DeFi while working alongside a talented and dynamic team. If you have a passion for blockchain technology, decentralized finance, and driving innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in reshaping the future of institutional investing.

Responsibilities

• Investor relations:
• Assist in preparation (design, develop and publish to investors) of investment materials, including teaser, investor presentation and whitepaper
• Identify new and existing relationships with crypto investors, including VC, family offices, private investors, and crypto funds
• Build, participate and maintain relationships with a large group of suitable investors for investment into the fund, including taking notes during meetings, maintaining internal CRM platform to organise and track fundraising progress
• Coordinate investor due diligence and onboarding
• Research:
• Conduct DeFi industry research and derive analysis to create internal and external reports
• Monitor markets across TradFi/CeFi/DeFi and contribute to jointly-authored daily newsletter
• Marketing:
• Publicise and market the protocol via social media and other communication channels (Twitter, Telegram, Discord, etc)
• Supporting on other brand and product campaigns to raise awareness about the Web3 decentralised lending protocol
• Other ad-hoc duties/projects as assigned as the role evolves

• Penultimate year or above undergraduates/postgraduates with a background in business, accountancy, or marketing.
• Proven track record of academic and professional excellence.
• Previous experience in consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, investor relations, venture capital, private equity, or web3 projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Basic understanding of DeFi protocols, trends, themes, and tokenomics.
• Networking skills and an enjoyment of building relationships with investors.
• Open-minded, curious, and eager to learn.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities and the capacity to meet tight deadlines.
• Programming skills are a plus but not required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

About Bjak

Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Our main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage for them. Our investments in technology such as Custom API, blockchain, trading systems, and data science enable easy access to financial services that were previously inaccessible or difficult to understand. Our core strengths lie in navigating the most complex regulations and environments, creating some of the most innovative products in the world. For instance, we are the first platform globally to simplify and offer investment-linked life and health insurance online, coupled with an instant talk-to-agent service.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Head of Research for Blockchain to join our team in Hong Kong. In this role, you will lead blockchain research initiatives, providing deep insights and analysis on blockchain technologies and their applications within the financial services sector. You will produce detailed research reports, engage with industry stakeholders, and leverage both qualitative and quantitative data to support Bjak's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on blockchain technologies, trends, and their impact on the financial services sector.
• Develop and publish in-depth research reports that provide unique insights and actionable recommendations.
• Formulate original theses on blockchain trends and technologies, using these as the foundation for your research.
• Stay abreast of key developments in the blockchain space, with the ability to produce timely reports as needed.
• Engage with industry stakeholders, including investors, developers, and other professionals, to gather insights and validate research findings.
• Collaborate with the broader research team to ensure alignment and coherence in research outputs.
• Represent the company at industry events and on social media platforms, enhancing the company's visibility and reputation in the blockchain community.

• 3+ years of experience in blockchain research or a related field within the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality research reports and analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to synthesize a wide range of data and insights into a coherent framework that facilitates in-depth understanding of blockchain technologies.
• Resourceful, curious, and able to think critically and independently.
• Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with blockchain metrics and data sources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of SQL and Python for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience in conducting valuations and financial analysis within the blockchain space.
• Familiarity with the landscape for blockchain and cryptocurrencies worldwide

• Work remotely 
• Work in a fast-growing startup that promotes flexible and open culture
• Fast moving, challenging and unique business problems
• Attractive remuneration and performance incentives
• Strong learning and development plans for your career growth
• Great career development opportunities in a fast growing company
• International work environment and flat organization

We are Assembly – and we’re not like the rest. We’re the modern alternative agency, bringing together industry-leading data, talent, and tech to Find the Change That Fuels Growth for the best brands on the planet, including Lenovo, Lane Crawford, Marina Bay Sands, and more. Our diverse, global community of over 1,600 passionate experts combines global thinking with unmatched local expertise in more than 20 markets worldwide – enabling brands to engage and move consumers anywhere. We use STAGE, Assembly’s proprietary, privacy-centric data solutions platform, to surface powerful insights that transform into actionable brand opportunities. We’re at the cutting edge of new media, technology, and platforms embedded in the lives of today’s consumers, and we’re tapped into how culture and communities’ needs change. We do this while staying steadfast in our commitment to Leave the World Better Than We Found It through measurable social and environmental impact work.

Assembly was named The Drum’s APAC Media Agency of the Year in 2021 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking someone passionate about data, obsessed with media trends, and eager to make a strategic impact for our clients and our organization. You’re a highly analytical and data-driven leader who can shape and elevate Assembly's research capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. This pivotal role will be the driving force behind our understanding of media landscapes, macro media trends, and consumer behavior, directly informing strategic decisions and client recommendations. 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON ANY GIVEN DAY 

• Mastering Media Landscapes: Conducting deep dives into media consumption habits, platform performance, and emerging trends across diverse APAC markets. 

• Macro Trend Maven: Synthesizing vast amounts of data to identify and articulate overarching trends that impact media strategies, consumer engagement, and brand positioning. 

• Social Listening Guru: Managing and interpreting real-time social data to understand consumer sentiment, conversations, and emerging trends. 

• Research Powerhouse: Overseeing a comprehensive research program, encompassing proprietary surveys, focus groups, social listening, and competitive analysis. 

• Data Wizard: Leveraging advanced analytics tools (Excel macros, SQL, Google Analytics) to extract meaningful insights and uncover hidden patterns. 

• Knowledge Curator: Managing a robust library of third-party research reports, ensuring access to cutting-edge insights for the agency and clients. 

• Investment Strategist: Conducting cost-benefit analyses for potential research tools and platforms, maximizing value and impact. 

• Thought Leadership: Make trend/reporting recommendations to internal teams and play a pivotal role in shaping strategic thought-leadership programs that elevate the agency status.  

Your Impact: 

• Strategic Support: Your insights will directly guide the agency's strategy team and media recommendations, ensuring they're rooted in data-backed understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape. 

• Competitive Advantage: You'll equip Assembly with a unique understanding of macro trends and consumer behavior, positioning us as thought leaders in the industry. 

• Client Value: Your research will empower clients with actionable insights and a clear roadmap for navigating the complex media landscape in APAC. 

• Data-Driven Culture: You'll foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, elevating the agency's capabilities and outcomes. 

• Innovation Catalyst: You'll identify and champion new research methodologies, tools, and platforms to stay ahead of the curve. 

Must Haves: 

• Analytical Acumen: Preference to quantitative degree holders (statistics, mathematics, computer science, etc.) or equivalent. 

• Research Methodologist: Demonstrated ability to design and execute full-scale surveys and focus groups, including analysis and reporting. 

• Social Listening Ace: Extensive experience managing and analyzing data from social listening platforms (e.g., Quid, Netbase, Brandwatch, Meltwater). 

• Trend-spotter: Proven track record of identifying and interpreting macro trends in media, consumer behavior, and technology. 

• Communication Champion: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in a clear and compelling manner. 

• Technical Expertise: Mastery of Excel macros, SQL, Google Analytics, and other data analysis tools. 

• Leadership Presence: Experience leading and mentoring research teams, fostering collaboration and driving results from outsourced and remote teams. 

Good to Haves: 

• Media Agency Experience: Understanding of media planning, buying, and measurement processes. 

• APAC Market Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique media landscape and consumer behaviors across APAC markets. 

• Multilingual: Proficiency in multiple languages relevant to the APAC region. 

• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to approach research challenges with innovative thinking and a solutions-oriented mindset. 

WHY ASSEMBLY?

• We‘re part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble, smart, and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy holdcos.
• We care about your growth — we offer competitive salaries, annual compensation reviews, and keep detailed personal development plans to ensure you’re hitting your personal and company goals.
• We recognize and celebrate your success...all the time! Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated!
• We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we operate in hybrid model with flexibility, Work from Anywhere Scheme, allows you to be in control of your work-life balance.
• We believe in making impactful change in society, we encourage you to take Impact Leave time off from work to engage in volunteer activities with a charity that you support.

Are you looking for a part-time position based in Singapore? MMR is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Office Coordinator and Project Assistant to join our dynamic team!

MMR Research Worldwide is a global market research agency, specialising in sensory, offering research solutions to support optimisation in products, packaging and all aspects of branding within food, drink and other FMCG and retail sectors.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented part-time Office Coordinator to join us! This role is integral to maintaining the smooth operations of our office and ensuring that our clients and visitors have a professional working experience with us.

As our Office Coordinator, you will assist with the day-to-day organisation of product logistics and assisting the team with day-to-day project set up / administration to ensure smooth delivery and upkeep in internal system and programs. You may need to support some preparation of food and beverage, or personal care products needed for our in-house sensory trained panel’s assessment for research purposes.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for a part-time position, working 20hours per week, 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. This individual would be suitable for an individual who is organized, proactive, and enjoys working in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities would include:

Product Preparation / Assistance:

• Preparing samples and materials for in-house panel training and profiling
• Researching, sourcing and managing products for research
• Preparing the working area for panel session, assist panel leader in clearing up afterwards and ensuring that all activities comply with basic food hygiene standards
• Routine upkeeping and maintenance of sensory lab which include the product preparation area, product storage and panel discussion room.

Administrative Support:

• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records and databases.
• Assist with basic charting using internal PowerPoint or Excel template (training will be given).
• Support activities including assistance for new starters.
• Source / ship / receive products and clear customs for projects

Office Management:

• Oversee the maintenance of office and basic lab equipment and coordinate with relevant teams.
• Coordinate office events, meetings, and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Greet and assist visitors with a warm and professional demeanour.
• Answer and direct emails or phone calls promptly and accurately.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and welcoming working area.

• Proven experience as an office administrator, receptionist, or relevant role.
• Fluent English in both written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to lift heavy products.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Conveniently located office with a positive team culture.
• Hybrid work environment (able to work from home on certain days)

MMR is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Your responsibilities may span the following areas:

• Data cleaning and organizing.
• Tracking performance of NBCU content across various platforms – linear and digital.
• Assist in populating templated reports.
• Report writing and insight generation.
• Brainstorm ideas for how to improve/ automate current processes in place.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Data Scientist and Research Analyst to join our Palm Platform team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for agriculture and a thirst for learning new skills. As a Junior Data Scientist and Research Analyst, you will play a key role in developing and applying analytical and machine learning solutions to tackle various agricultural challenges. You will have the opportunity to work with large spatial-temporal datasets, standard analytical packages, and financial instruments to support supply, demand, and marketing strategies. We are looking for someone who thrives on technology and innovation, excels at solving complex problems with creative solutions, and is adept at communicating findings to local and global stakeholders proactively.

Main Responsibilities:

• Contribute to database construction:  
  • Contribute to the construction and maintenance of internal databases and Python libraries.   
• Analyse internal and external data sources:  
  • Proactively monitor external data and market intelligence, stay abreast of routine releases, policies, and market trends. 
  • Analyse and extract valuable insights from data and market information.
• Develop high-quality models, including predictive models:  
  • Use high-quality statistical, econometric, and machine learning tools to analyze large-scale internal and public commodity-related data. This includes estimating supply, demand, and price models based on sound theory, and best-practice programming techniques, and state-of-the-art analytical tools. Clearly explain assumptions, model advantages, and limitations.  
• Create and maintain dashboards and custom tools:  
  • Develop dashboards and custom tools to deploy findings to commercial groups using latest tools and technologies, while ensuring its integrity and accuracy 
• Present findings:  
  • Present findings to broad commercial groups and effectively summarize and communicate model features and results for global risk management.   

Experiences & Competencies:

• Knowledge of statistical methods and machine learning techniques, with practical experience applying them to real-world agricultural problems 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – Know how to communicate/explain complex ideas in a simple way to non-technical stakeholders  
• Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines 
• Interpersonal skills, ability to forge relationships with colleagues and external contacts 
• Ability to work within a complex and international environment 
• Genuine interest in global economics and commodities markets 

Technical Skills:

• Advanced IT skills (e.g., Excel, VBA, PowerPivot, Power Query) 
• Good Programming skills (Python, etc.) and experience with data analysis libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, GeoPandas, etc.) 
• Strong command on SQL and Data visualization tools 
• Good Business Intelligence awareness 

Language:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

•  Degree in Computer Sciences, Statistics, or Mathematics, or related field of study