APAC Data Platform PM & Onboarding Lead

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead APAC data onboarding, governance and platform enablement in alignment with business priorities and SMBC-backed strategy.

You will coordinate onboarding from Head Office, regional sources into the APAC Data Hub, manage end-to-end delivery including schedule and risks, and collaborate with Global BizTech and data governance teams to improve data quality, security, and self-service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with around 10 years of IT Project Management experience.
• Proven experience in solution, architecture and design for IT systems.
• Proven experience in collaboration and workgroup for project delivery.
• In-depth knowledge on Project Management and Business Analysis.
• Knowledge of security and vulnerability-based approach to security hardening.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the APAC data onboarding roadmap aligned with business priorities and platform strategy.
• Lead onboarding initiatives for Head Office, regional, and local source systems into the APAC Data Hub.
• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding activities including requirements gathering, prioritization, planning, and execution.
• Manage project delivery, including schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Act as the primary liaison between APAC, SMBC/JRI Head Office, Global BizTech teams, and business stakeholders.
• Facilitate discussions to align data sourcing priorities, requirements, and delivery plans.
• Build strong relationships with system owners, data owners, and external vendors to ensure successful onboarding and adoption.
• Drive consensus and resolve cross-functional issues across multiple organizations and regions.
• Support the establishment and adoption of data governance standards, policies, and controls.
• Ensure onboarded data assets meet quality, security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote proper data cataloging, metadata management, and ownership models.
• Collaborate with governance teams to improve data transparency and usability across APAC.
• Contribute to the evolution of the APAC data platform leveraging Databricks and related technologies.
• Identify and promote opportunities for data analytics, reporting, and AI-driven use cases.
• Support business users in maximizing the value of onboarded data assets.
• Drive initiatives that enhance data accessibility, reuse, and self-service capabilities.
• Monitor onboarding progress, platform adoption, and value realization.
• Develop recommendations to improve operating models, processes, and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide regular management updates on roadmap progress, risks, dependencies, and achievements.
• Contribute to the long-term APAC data strategy and transformation initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead APAC data onboarding, governance and platform enablement in alignment with business priorities and SMBC-backed strategy.

You will coordinate onboarding from Head Office, regional sources into the APAC Data Hub, manage end-to-end delivery including schedule and risks, and collaborate with Global BizTech and data governance teams to improve data quality, security, and self-service