Strategic Startup & Market Intelligence Analyst

SGInnovate; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TechX Ventures in Singapore is seeking an Analyst to support the Scouting & Insights Unit by conducting market and technology research, evaluating startups, and generating actionable insights for Hatch and its MPs. The role focuses on business and strategic analysis, due diligence, market scanning, and intelligence development.

You will help build a robust pipeline of relevant technologies and startups, strengthening Hatch’s ability to support public safety and homeland security innovation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Innovation, Engineering, Public Policy, or related fields.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in research, analysis, consulting, innovation, or startup ecosystems.
• 5–8+ years of relevant experience in research, market intelligence, strategy, venture/startup evaluation, or innovation roles.
• Demonstrated experience owning analytical workstreams and producing strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on emerging technologies, market trends, and innovation developments relevant to public safety.
• Produce research briefs, thematic insights, sector analyses, and opportunity maps.
• Monitor global ecosystem developments, industry movements, and innovation patterns.
• Identify startups aligned with Challenge Statements (CS) and MP innovation needs.
• Conduct business and commercial due diligence, covering business models, traction, market fit, risks, and competitive positioning.
• Prepare structured evaluation reports and recommendations for internal decision-making.
• Maintain updated assessments of startup maturity and suitability for innovation trials.
• Assist in proactive scouting efforts, including pipeline development, sourcing, and ecosystem engagement.
• Maintain and update a curated list of relevant startups and technologies.
• Support initial outreach, information gathering, and exploratory conversations with startups.
• Synthesize research findings into actionable insights for Partner Success and Programs.
• Contribute to conceptual development of innovation themes and opportunity spaces.
• Support refinement of Challenge Statements through analytical inputs.
• Work closely with Partner Success, Programs Unit, Technologists; ensure timely sharing of outputs.
• Maintain accurate data in the startup database and ensure archival access.
• Prepare structured reports, slides, and internal briefs.

Skills

Market research

Due diligence

Data synthesis

Trend interpretation

Startup ecosystems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Innovation, Engineering, Public Policy, or related fields

Job description

TechX Ventures in Singapore is seeking an Analyst to support the Scouting & Insights Unit by conducting market and technology research, evaluating startups, and generating actionable insights for Hatch and its MPs. The role focuses on business and strategic analysis, due diligence, market scanning, and intelligence development.

You will help build a robust pipeline of relevant technologies and startups, strengthening Hatch’s ability to support public safety and homeland security innovation