Head of Innovation

Company Description

Ready to make a difference? Experian has evolved into a global tech company and specialized in data and analytics. We're passionate about unlocking the power of data to transform lives and create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We're a member of the FTSE 30 and for more than 125 years we've helped economies and communities flourish – and we're not done.

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Job Description

The Head Innovation will play an important role for Experian's market positioning and driving long-term growth through strategic planning and solutions. You will analyze market trends, implementing a 5-year strategic roadmap, and ensuring that Experian's offerings remain aligned with client needs. By applying insights from projects, the position will create compelling value propositions that strengthen Experian's portfolio and support business development. You will be a bridge between strategy, innovation, and execution, to ensure that initiated products are bundled with consultancy-driven enhancements to maximize impact and enhance Experian's market presence. You will report to the General Manager in Turkey.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive landscape, and latest technologies to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Sales leadership to design a 5-year strategic roadmap aligned with our goals.
• Translate priorities into applicable plans and oversee their execution to bring measurable growth.
• Monitor progress against strategic goals and adjust plans based on market changes and performance metrics.
  
  

Value Proposition Development

• Use insights from projects and consultancy engagements to design client-centric propositions.
• Work with product, sales, and marketing teams to integrate consultancy-driven enhancements into Experian's solutions.
• Develop bundled offerings that combine products with consultancy services to maximize value for clients and differentiate Experian in the market.
• Support client presentations and proposals by promoting compelling value propositions.
  
  

Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as an important liaison between our teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration of insights and solutions.
• Provide experience on innovation and strategic growth projects across the organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team and broader business.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience with strategic planning and new ideas management.
• Experience discerning whether a prospect is a good fit for a product based on discovery conversations
• Translate market insights into relevant strategies and propositions.
• Experience establishing communication and engagement with prospects.
  
  

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and books.
• Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.
• Social benefit package including food vouchers, private health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, Employee assistance program and many other benefits!
• Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.
  
  

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

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