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The Kyndryl Institute Lead – Japan

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

In 2024, Kyndryl launched The Kyndryl Institute – a ‘thought leadership’ initiative designed to convene expert and eminent perspectives on topics that matter for business executives.

The Kyndryl Institute produces forward-thinking content pieces from academics, executives, and domain SMEs at the intersection of business and technology. Besides monthly content, The Kyndryl Institute also produces a bi-annual journal, and will imminently launch a dedicated app.

This role is expected to have a deep understanding of Japan market and what appeals to customers based in Japan. S/He can make a judgment what needs to be translate/contextualized as well.

Overall, the initiative is designed to help build greater brand permission and authority for Kyndryl, and develop deep, trusted relationships with C-Level stakeholders beyond IT.

This role will support the establishment and success of The Kyndryl Institute in Japan, working closely with the global team to:

・Deeply understand of the aims and objectives of The Kyndryl Institute and how this supports overall business growth

・Educate local stakeholders about The Kyndryl Institute – what it is, how it works, and how content can be leveraged to build customer trust and permission

・Provide translation and contextualization for content from The Kyndryl Institute for the Japanese market

・Suggest editorial contributors based on relevant themes, industries, and broader selection criteria

・Work with the local Marketing and Communications teams to build derivative assets and activate core content in the local market as part of wider campaigns

・Champion communication and enablement to ensure local sales and client partner teams know about latest content and are equipped to use it in their customer engagements

・Help provide the interlock between content and activities from The Kyndryl Institute and local programs such as Executive Circle

・Oversee the creation of any local assets to ensure quality and consistency with The Kyndryl Institute brand

・Manage relevant local agencies for content / editorial / messaging / translation / production etc

・Project manage any other relevant tasks/responsibilities in establishing The Kyndryl Institute in Japan

・Provide feedback to the global team to help strengthen the overall program

・Be an ambassador for The Kyndryl Institute across the organisation

・Help identify and support named Consult SME eminence – complementing Institute messaging, and furthering reach

Your Future at Kyndryl

As a Business Strategy Consultant at Kyndryl you will join the Kyndryl Consultant Profession, working with other Kyndryl Consultants, Architects, Project Managers, and cross-functional Technical Subject Matter Experts – presenting unlimited opportunities with unmatched support through our investment in your learning, training, and career growth.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills And Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in researching domestic and international technology trends and writing analytical reports, ideally within the intelligence division of a consulting firm, a think tank, or a technology research department of a business enterprise
  • 3 years of experience in utilizing intelligence to support consulting engagements or executive-level decision-making
  • Background in Business Analytics
  • Skilled in gathering and synthesizing data, conducting market research, and developing actionable insights and recommendations
  • A deep understanding of business operations, industry dynamics, and market trends
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively engaging with customers, delivering presentations, and preparing reports
  • Native Japanese Proficiency
  • Business professional proficiency in English

Preferred Skills And Experience

・Experience in technical translation and localization

・Experience in planning and launching new business initiatives

・Project management experience

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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